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Commemorating United Nations World Social Justice Day 2025

Enabling Just Futures: What Would Garvey Do?"

A Panel Discussion

 

 In celebration of United Nations World Social Justice Day 2025 The Institute of Caribbean Studies (ICS) is proud to present a discussion entitled "What Would Garvey Do?" in celebration of United Nations World Social Justice Day 2025. This virtual event will take place on Thursday, February 20th, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Eastern Time via Zoom. Attendees can join the discussion via the following link: https://bit.ly/SOCIALJUSTICEDAY2025.

 

The United Nations World Social Justice Day, observed annually on February 20th, highlights the need for fair and inclusive societies. It promotes efforts to tackle poverty, gender inequality, human rights issues, and economic disparities worldwide. The day serves as a call to action for policymakers, activists, and communities to create equitable opportunities and uphold social justice principles for all.

 

The Right Excellent Marcus Garvey, Jamaica’s first National Hero was a pioneering advocate for Black empowerment and Pan-Africanism. As the founder of the Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA), he championed economic independence, self-reliance, and African unity. His vision of a globally united Black community inspired movements for civil rights and liberation across the world. Garvey’s philosophy of "One Aim, One God, One Destiny" continues to influence social justice activism today.

 

The evening’s discussion will explore how Garvey’s ideals and legacy can inform current movements for economic justice, racial equality and sustainable development.

 

Distinguished guests include Steven Higgins, vocalist; author and poet Geoffrey Phillips; Chairperson for the Caribbean Political Action Committee, Dr. Golda Downer; Professor of Political Science, Dr. Ken Irish-Bramble. Radio host Donovan Longmore and newspaper publisher Mark Milward will serve as moderators.

 

“As we observe World Social Justice Day 2025 and Black History Month, it is vital to reflect on Garvey’s teachings and their relevance today,” said Dr. Claire Nelson, Founder and President at the Institute of Caribbean Studies. “This discussion will provide a thought-provoking space to engage with Garvey’s vision and consider how his ideas can inspire action in today’s fight for justice and equity.”

 

The Institute of Caribbean Studies is a leading organization dedicated to advocacy, education and the promotion of Caribbean culture and heritage in the United States. Through initiatives like this, ICS continues to foster dialogue and action on critical issues affecting Caribbean and African-descendant communities globally.

 

The event is free and open to the public

 

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