How a North Miami Councilwoman is Leading Through Crisis

Mary Estimé-Irvin describes herself first as a single mother then as a community advocate, entrepreneur and, importantly, as the North Miami councilwoman elected to represent...
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Meet The Uplifting South Florida Community Program Changing Lives

“If it wasn't for GA, I would probably be in jail or dead.”  These words are the reflection of one young...

The Inspiring Woman Behind This Miami Wellness and Community Center

When she first launched a food bank for MJD Wellness and Community, Emmanuella Fleurimont recalls taking rations from her family's own fridge to give to others...
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Chef Creole: South Florida’s King of Caribbean Fusion Cuisine

Island Origins Director of Business Development Tamara Philippeaux recently had a chat with her old friend, celebrity chef and serial entrepreneur Ken Sejour, the...
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An Exclusive Look at Chef Thia’s New Line of Signature Haitian Spices

An accomplished culinary expert and social media influencer known for Haitian-fusion cuisine and a larger-than-life personality, Cynthia Verna is adding a few new elements to...
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These 6 Powerful Caribbean Singers and Rappers Transformed Pop Music

In a highly competitive music industry, it's often hard to get your voice heard. This is especially true for those who are willing to break boundaries, adding...
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Caribbean-American Women in Journalism

In times of turmoil and uncertainty, the best journalists have always been the voice of reason, providing facts and context to cut through confusion. These Caribbean-American women...
Caribbean-American women in politics

Who Run the World? Meet the Amazing Caribbean-American Women in Politics

For Americans among minority and immigrant communities, equal representation in American governance remains an urgent goal. So much still needs to be done, but many Caribbean-American women...
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Caribbean Charities double down to help during COVID-19 crisis

In the Caribbean’s fight against COVID-19, there are many battlegrounds: in the hospital wards with medical professionals lacking supplies to protect themselves, in homes where families struggle...
Caribbean art during COVID-19

How creativity endures: Making Caribbean Art during COVID-19

Filled with breathtaking challenges that have tested our faith and endurance, 2020 has been a year like no other. But, depending on...

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