The Jamaica Cultural Association has been rebirthed – after being dormant for some years – under the leadership of President Warren Buddle, notable entrepreneur, board member of the AHTA and other Government entities.
The new elected body was unanimously selected when the group convened last Wednesday September 9th . The other members of the executive:
Vice President – Andrew Niles of Advanced Caribbean
Secretary – George Batchelor of NCDS
Treasurer – Sean Isaacs – member of the RAPF
Public Relations Officer – Ms. Patricia Bygrave – General Manager, Long Bay Villas
Sub-committee members include Dr. Indira Singh, Mrs. Hope Romney, Ms. Dahlia Shield, Mr. Omar Rowe of Round Robin Entertainment and Ms. Iola E-banks.
According to President Warren Buddle: “It was felt that there was a need to rejuvenate and re-energise an association to provide an avenue whereby Jamaicans living in Anguilla can have a point of contact to, among other reasons, maintain their culture with a unified approach, develop outreach programmes to those in need or at a disadvantage with various social-related issues, as well as becoming visible and impacting positively within the Anguillian community on all spheres including the environment, support to the elderly and youths, all working closely in a collaborative manner with the local relevant Government Ministry.”
Public Relations Officer – Patricia Bygrave – noted that one of the first events on the Association’s agenda – as it works with the Diaspora to maintain the Jamaican culture – will be the planning of the celebration of Jamaica’s National Heroes Day, celebrated annually in October.
The event, slated to take place here on October 18, will feature a full programme with display and narration on the seven (7) National Heroes, performances encompassing the Jamaican Dialect and Reggae Dances – all against the backdrop of an array of famous Jamaican cuisine including the National dish – Ackee and Saltfish.
President Warren Buddle further reiterated the need for the Association to have been revived – indicated by the increased turnout of Jamaicans living in Anguilla at their first official meeting last Sunday, September 13th. He emphasised the need for the group to give back to society whilst working and living here in Anguilla and unite as, our Jamaican motto depicts “Out of Many One People”.
The Association leader concluded that the event, slated for October, will not be for only Jamaicans but for Anguillians – as well as all other expat groups from the region living in Anguilla. The Association hopes that this will provide an opportunity for all to converge and enjoy Jamaica’s succulent cuisine and other goodies on sale that day, crowned with high class entertainment as we showcase our rich and diverse culture.
Mr Buddle emphasised the need for the group to give back to society whilst working and living here in Anguilla and unite as, our Jamaican motto depicts,“ Out of Many One People.”
– Press Release
