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15 Sep: Guyanese-born filmmaker wants to tell the world about Guyana’s rich cultural heritage

Mason Richards Mason Richards, a Brooklyn, USA-based Guyanese award-winning filmmaker, professor, and creative producer, recently spent two weeks in Guyana, in search of a location to shoot scenes for his upcoming feature film, “Beyond the Seawall”. Although the date of the release of the film is yet to be […] Click here to view original article at Guyanese-born filmmaker wants to tell the world about Guyana’s rich cultural heritage

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03 Jun: She Rocks! Celebrating The Inspiring & Resilient Journey of Saskia Christian

Saskia Christian is an accomplished Trauma Healing and Global Resilience Expert born in Georgetown, Guyana, and resided in Antigua and Barbuda in her early adulthood. She completed her undergraduate studies in Chemical Engineering at The University of The West Indies in Trinidad. With over 17 years of corporate visionary engineering leadership experience in the high-tech sector, Saskia has a track record of success and a passion for empowering others. Little did she know that her…

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24 May: She Rocks Her Guyanese Heritage – Meet NYPD’s First Deputy Commissioner Tania Kinsella

Tania “Mohabeer” Kinsella is a leading female force and inspiration in the heart of diverse New York City. The First Deputy Commissioner of the NYPD—the world’s largest police department—she exemplifies top-notch law enforcement and proudly reflects her rich Guyanese heritage. Her mother, Linnet Mohabeer, a proud New Amsterdam Berbice native from Guyana, and her Jamaican father instilled in her the values of determination, respect, and community. These values, deeply rooted in her upbringing, have propelled her…

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02 May: She Rocks! Guyanese Olympian Aliann Pompey Wins Herbert V. Hess Award

Congratulations to Guyanese Olympian Coach Aliann Pompey on winning this year’s Herbert V. Hess Award! From the tracks of international stadiums to the fields of St. John’s University, Aliann Pompey’s journey through athletics has been inspirational. A four-time Olympian, Alainn represented Guyana with distinction at the Olympic Games in 2000, 2004, 2008, and 2012, showcasing her talent in the 400-meter dash. Born in Georgetown, Guyana, Aliann moved to the United States at 14, settling into…

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26 Mar: CARIBBEAN IMPACT AWARDS CELEBRATE GUYANESE AMERICAN DR. DAWNN LEWIS FOR HER TRAILBLAZING CONTRIBUTIONS TO ENTERTAINMENT AND PHILANTHROPY

The Schneps Media annual Caribbean Impact Awards, renowned for recognizing exceptional individuals of Caribbean descent, recently celebrated Dr. Dawnn Lewis among this year’s honorees in recognition of her remarkable accomplishments in both entertainment and philanthropy. Dr. Lewis, a distinguished Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and acclaimed actor, has significantly impacted the entertainment landscape while steadfastly dedicating herself to philanthropic initiatives to empower underprivileged youth and grassroots organizations. Dr. Dawnn Lewis, a shining example of excellence and…

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01 Feb: She Rock! Meet Christine Neblett: The Unstoppable Force Behind Chrisdan Enterprises

Christine Neblett’s journey from facing the hardships of single motherhood to becoming an influential entrepreneur is genuinely inspirational. Born and raised in Guyana,  the New York-based businesswoman has built a solid foundation with her degrees in Communication from the University of Guyana and Applied Management with a focus on Finance from Medgar Evers College. Christine has a  background in International Multi-level Marketing, which she began in 2004 with YTB Travel, followed by a significant stint…

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20 Sep: SHE ROCKS HER GUYANESE HERITAGE! MEET OLIVIA SINGH: SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER FOR INSIDER

Olivia Singh is a Senior Entertainment Reporter at Insider in New York City. Her mother is from Wakenaam, Essequibo and her father is from Berbice. Both of her parents immigrated to America from Guyana in the 1980s. Singh’s older sister and herself were primarily raised by their single mother in Queens, New York — where she resides. Singh joined Insider as an Entertainment Fellow back in December 2017, shortly after graduating from college. Following her…

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19 Sep: From Georgetown to NASA: The Inspiring Journey of Guyanese Planetary Scientist Keanna Jardine

Meet Keanna Jardine, a US-based Guyanese planetary scientist, whose story will inspire you to reach for the stars, quite literally.   Keanna’s journey from Georgetown, Guyana, to NASA’s research team at Arizona State University stands as a testament to her resilience and ambition. Notably, she made history as the first Black woman to graduate with a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Central Florida, a significant achievement given her humble beginning. Keanna’s interest in…

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18 Sep: SHE ROCKS! SOCIAL MEDIA PRODUCER, SABRINA MOHAN: “THERE IS BEAUTY IN CHALLENGING TRADITION”

We often hear people say it doesn’t matter where you come from, it only matters where you are going but Social Media Producer, Sabrina Mohan, aims to challenge that. As an Indo-Guyanese-American (the pinnacle of hyphenated identities) born and raised in New York, while living part-time in London, Sabrina’s Guyanese heritage keeps her grounded, regardless of what continent she’s on. Through her career in technology, entertainment, and media, she wants to show her community that…

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08 May: From Dual Citizenship to Mrs. Guyana International 2023: Malika Manelva Blount’s Journey of Cultural Roots, Pageantry, and Making a Difference

As a proud Guyanese-American, Malika Manelva Blount has always felt a strong connection to her roots in Guyana. Both her parents are Guyanese, and she became a dual citizen of Guyana in 2018. Her husband is also Guyanese, and they met right here in their beautiful country. They’ve been married for a year, and their shared cultural heritage has played an essential role in their journey together. Today, we delve into Malika’s incredible story, exploring…

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01 Oct: Guyanese Model Lystra Adams Joins the Cast of Real Housewives of Cheshire

The UK franchise of the Real Housewives is adding a fresh new face to the Cheshire version of the show.  Model, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, Lystra Adams, will make her reality TV debut when she joins returning cast members Dawn Ward, Ester Dohnalová, Hanna Kinsella, Lauren Simon, Nicole Sealey, Rachel Lugo, Seema Malhotra, and Tanya Bardsley for season 12 of the show. Born in Guyana, South America, Lystra originally moved to the UK at the age…

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13 Sep: Canadian-Guyanese Becomes the First Miss Regal World Title Winner

Janice MacGregor is a first-generation Canadian of Guyanese heritage. She recently won the title of the very first Miss Regal World; a new online pageant that welcomes females from around the World to compete at an international level. No stranger to the world of pageantry, Janice was the winner of the 2007 Miss Saskatoon 2007 title. She also won Miss Saskatchewan International 2007, Miss World Saskatchewan 2008, and Miss Petite Saskatchewan 2009. Janice has held…

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