Kalinago Resilience: Dominica's Indigenous Story & Heritage with Crispin Gregoire

In this episode, Wendy Aris interviews Crispin Gregoire about the Kalinago people of Dominica, exploring their rich family history and cultural traditions. We delve into their deep heritage and governance, examining how they have survived through colonization to the present day. The episode covers critical topics such as the impact of colonialism, the Carib Act of 1978, land rights, cultural preservation, and language revitalization. Crispin also voices important calls for legal updates and greater recognition of Indigenous sovereignty and youth engagement, emphasizing the vital role of community efforts in safeguarding Kalinago heritage.                  

Bio:

Crispin S. Gregoire is a businessman from Dominica and was the Permanent Representative to the United Nations for the Commonwealth of Dominica until 2010. He presented his credentials to Secretary-General Kofi Annan on 1 October 2002.

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