The eighth staging of the Caribbean Posh Weekend concluded with resounding success, highlighting the hardworking achievements of Caribbean girls and fostering a spirit of unity and empowerment.
Organized by Caribbean POSH Journal, this annual occasion has grow to be a beacon of celebration, networking, and recognition for girls excelling in numerous fields, together with enterprise, arts, tradition, and social activism.
The weekend, which started in 2016 as a one-day occasion with the ‘POSHgirl POWER Brunch’ at Scrub Island Resort within the British Virgin Islands (BVI), has not skipped a beat. The occasion persevered and tailored to altering instances, transitioning from distant to hybrid codecs till returning to full in-person gatherings. At present, it has advanced right into a full vacation spot occasion, with this yr being its second staging in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands.
The first goal of the Caribbean Posh Weekend is to raise and rejoice the distinctive contributions of Caribbean girls. Janette Brin, the occasion organizer, emphasised, “By honoring these exceptional girls, we purpose to encourage and empower the following technology of Caribbean girls to dream huge and pursue their objectives with ardour and dedication.”
Unity and collaboration amongst Caribbean girls
This yr’s occasion launched a major change, together with the Caribbean Posh Icon Girl Awards with seven classes and the naming of 4 honorees. “The awards foster unity and collaboration amongst Caribbean girls, encouraging networking, mentorship, and the sharing of experiences, thereby making a supportive atmosphere for collective development,” Brin added. The awards have added a brand new stage of status, broadening the viewers to incorporate influential figures and trade leaders, and solidifying the occasion’s place as a premier platform for Caribbean excellence.
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This yr, seven classes had been featured, with 22 Jamaicans nominated general and 4 successful of their classes.
Jamaican Amashika Lorne, winner of Cultural Preservation and Promotion, devoted her award to her 91-year-old grandmother throughout her acceptance speech. “I’m delighted to know that there’s an award class like this, as a result of the documentation, preservation, and promotion of our cultures go hand-in-hand. My work over time with younger kids as we discover Jamaican folklore, proverbs, and their meanings, in codecs that hold tempo with their altering world, isn’t any straightforward feat. I stay resolute and I’m grateful for all of the partnerships and engagements which have enabled me to positively affect kids over time,” shared the Jamaican advertising and marketing guide and Summer time Camp Director.
Deciding on this yr’s honorees concerned cautious consideration to make sure a various vary of industries, professions, and ages. The nominees had been chosen not just for their particular person achievements but in addition for his or her embodiment of a “coronary heart of gold.” The organizer emphasised, “We sought out people who constantly demonstrated a willingness to offer again and assist convey different girls ahead. It was vital to us that the nominees not solely excelled of their respective fields but in addition exhibited a real dedication to supporting and uplifting others.”
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This yr’s honorees included Dr. Yvette Noel Schure from Grenada, Sidnee Douyon from Haiti, Janeisha John from the US Virgin Islands, and Naomi Cowan from Jamaica.
Reflecting on the weekend, Brin expressed immense happiness and achievement. “One facet that stood out for me this yr was the extent of sisterhood and love for variety displayed throughout the occasion. Think about girls who had by no means met me or attended the occasion earlier than coming in with hearts and arms vast open, desirous to become involved and assist construct this factor.”
