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CURB Invites Members To Join Discussion Group
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] is inviting CURB members to join their focus group on reparations. A spokesperson said, “Reparations have long been a focal point for CURB’s advocacy efforts, and now, we invite you to deepen your engagement by joining our ongoing discussion on Reparations for Bermuda. “Our commitment to... Read more of this article
CURB To Host Annual Tag Day On March 21st
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will hold its annual Tag Day on March 21 “in alignment with the International Day of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.” A spokesperson said, “Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda, a registered charity [#768], is gearing up for its annual Tag Day on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in alignment... Read more of this article
CedarBridge Students Hold ‘Politics & Pizza’
[Written by CedarBridge student Leeya Jeremy] The issue of land grabbing has and continues to be a major concern in various jurisdictions and has negative consequences on land owners as some governments seem to manipulate the laws to acquire prime lands from the owners. It is with this in mind that the Social Studies Department of CedarBridge Academy... Read more of this article
Annual Student Leadership Conference Held
Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] and Bermuda High School [BHS] announced the conclusion of the successful first Annual Student Leadership Conference. “Stacey-Lee Williams Executive Director of CURB, and Carol Swainson Head of BHS, collaborated to design and launch the Conference, guiding students toward constructive conversations about... Read more of this article
Photos: CURB Dr Hodgson Racial Justice Gala
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] held their inaugural Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson Racial Justice Award event which celebrated the life and legacy of the late Dr. Eva Hodgson, and also honoured individuals and organizations that have made a significant contribution towards furthering racial equity and and inclusiveness in Bermuda. CURB President... Read more of this article
Dr. Eva Hodgson Racial Justice Award Winners
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] held their inaugural Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson Racial Justice Award Banquet, honouring “individuals or organizations that have made a significant contribution toward the elimination of racism and/or furthering racial equity, restoration of relationships and inclusiveness in Bermuda.” The organisation... Read more of this article
Dr Eva Naomi Hodgson Racial Justice Gala
On October 21st at Pier 6 in Hamilton, CURB will host an awards ceremony and banquet honouring the life and legacy of Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson. A spokesperson said, “The evening’s theme is ‘Black & Gold’, and it will be a night of inspiring speeches, impactful stories, a silent auction and raffle, local entertainment and the recognition of... Read more of this article
“CURB Mourns The Loss Of A Giant Of A Man”
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] extended their condolences to the family and friends of Ottiwell Simmons, and noted his “lifetime commitment to the workers of Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “From the earliest days of the Bermuda Workers Association to the formation of the Bermuda Industrial Union in 1947, the fight for equality,... Read more of this article
CURB Seeks Racial Justice Award Nominations
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] is calling for nominations for the Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson Racial Justice Award. A spokesperson said, “Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson’s almost eight decades long fight for racial justice has emphasized the need to address the structures of racial inequity in our communities. CURB has noted the increasing number... Read more of this article
CURB & BNT On Watlington House Demolition
[Updated] CURB said they are “dismayed to learn that, once again, a building of historical importance is demolished” while the Bermuda National Trust [BNT] said they are ”saddened by the loss of this important piece of Bermuda’s cultural heritage.” CURB A spokesperson said, “CURB is dismayed to learn that, once again,... Read more of this article
CURB Statement On Black History Month
Noting that many nations and people celebrate Black History Month in February. CURB’s Central Council said they “deeply respects and appreciate those efforts and offer its resources to any individual or group who wishes to enhance their recognition of Black Bermudian History.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s closest geographic neighbours... Read more of this article
CURB: National Day Of Racial Healing On Jan 17
Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] said they “would like to bring to the community’s attention the observance of the global celebration of the National Day of Racial Healing taking place on Tuesday, January 17th.” A spokesperson said, “This observance is part of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Truth, Racial, Healing and Transformation... Read more of this article
CURB: New ‘Black History In Bermuda Timeline’
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] announced the re-publication of its pioneering book, ‘Black History in Bermuda: Timeline Spanning 5 Centuries’. A spokesperson said, “Having initially published 1,000 copies in October 2020, every single copy was purchased and the demand from Bermudians and Residents for this vital record has remained... Read more of this article
Survey Results: Race Relations In Bermuda
“In a recent survey, residents continued to feel that there is a need for groups, such as CURB, to work toward racial justice,” Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] said. A spokesperson said, “In a recent survey, residents continued to feel that there is a need for groups, such as CURB, to work toward racial justice. More than... Read more of this article
CURB Applaud Society’s Possible Name Change
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] said they “applaud the decision by the Bermuda Audubon Society to consider changing its name to disassociate itself from the man after which the charity is named, John James Audubon.” A CURB spokesperson said: “While Audubon was an avid bird lover, and author of the classic “Birds of America,”... Read more of this article
Column: Anniversary Of 1959 Theatre Boycott
[Column written by Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda] 15th June 2022 is the 63rd anniversary of the Bermuda Theatre Boycott, and through the courage of a group of young people calling themselves The Progressive Group, all theatres were forced to close due to the boycott protests and lack of revenue. As a result of this extraordinary grassroot activism,... Read more of this article
