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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 Endorses Global Racial Healing Day
Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] ”proudly announces its endorsement and adaptation of the global celebration of the National Day of Racial Healing.” A spokesperson said, “Aligned with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Truth, Racial, Healing, and Transformation efforts, CURB, as Bermuda’s leading organization on anti-racism... 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
“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
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
