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In our second episode of Trinbago Diaspora Vignettes, we talk about the remarkable journey of Dr. Reynold Agard, a Trinidad-born internist whose mission-driven career has touched lives across four continents. As president of HANDS International,
Ingrid Jean-Baptiste, longtime president of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Ottawa, shares her remarkable journey from South Trinidad to Canada—and her decades of service to the diaspora. From life-saving support for medical patients to donations for schools and children’s homes, Ingrid’s story is a testament to the power of social remittances and diaspora leadership.
Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival 2025 is poised to set new economic records, with projections indicating that visitor spending will surpass the $640 million mark achieved in 2024. This anticipated surge is attributed to a significant increase in tourist arrivals and heightened participation from the Trinidad and Tobago diaspora. Tourism Minister’s Projections Minister of Tourism, Culture, … Read more
As Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival 2025 approaches, the nation’s diaspora is playing a pivotal role in enhancing the festivities. A significant highlight is the Epic Cruise, which offers a unique and immersive Carnival experience.
The Caribbean like any other region has a sizeable diaspora, with a total of 9.08 million migrants from the Caribbean living outside their country or territory of origin according to statistics from the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA).
So with so many Caribbean people out there in the world, where are they located? And what are some facts about the biggest Caribbean communities around the world? Let’s dive in together in our countdown of Cities with the Largest Caribbean Diaspora and how they are doing.
On Sunday, July 7th, the Cara Hotel played host to a night of glitter and gala as the first annual Diaspora Patriot Awards dinner honored 15 outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to philanthropy and cultural promotion of Trinidad and Tobago1
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On Sunday, July 7th, the Cara Hotel played host to a night of glitter and gala as the first annual Diaspora Patriot Awards dinner honored 15 outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to philanthropy and cultural promotion of Trinidad and Tobago.
Yesterday was a landmark day as we gathered at UTT’s South Campus for a special media launch of Diaspora Homecoming 2024.
The Trinbago Diaspora Outreach Network is set to make waves with its inaugural digital promotion of the much-anticipated Diaspora Homecoming 2024.
