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CURB Student Leadership Conference: Nov 8-9
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will host the 2024 Student Leadership Conference, “Cultural Currents: Navigating Identity in Leadership,” on November 8-9. A spokesperson said, “Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] is thrilled to announce the 2024 Student Leadership Conference, set to take place on November 8th and 9th. This... Read more of this article
CURB Event To Mark 190th Anniversary
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will host an event to commemorate the 190th anniversary of emancipation in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “It is with great honor and humility that we welcome the wider community to the commemoration of the 190th anniversary of our emancipation here in Bermuda. This week, we gather not only to remember... Read more of this article
CURB: Free Community & Conference Event
Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] extends an invitation to the community for two opportunities to engage with Shelly Tochluk on Thursday, May 30th and Saturday, June 1st. A spokesperson said, “Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] is excited to extend an invitation to the community for two enriching opportunities to engage with Shelly Tochluk,... Read more of this article
CURB To Host Talk On Race & Reconciliation
CURB shared news about their upcoming community talk on race and reconciliation, part of their effort to encourage understanding and dialogue. A spokesperson said, “As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering dialogue and understanding around issues of race and reconciliation, CURB is pleased to announce its next installment of the Truth &... Read more of this article
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
