Barbudans around the world are invited to join the “Barbuda Rising Homecoming” to be held on the island of Barbuda July 21-27, 2018. This grand reunion of Barbudans and friends will reconnect individuals with their homeland and heritage by proactively rebuilding Barbuda with vision, purpose and fortitude and restoring hope, values and identity.
The organizers, who are based worldwide in Barbuda, Antigua, US, UK and Canada are encouraging Barbudans to attend and be a part of this historic gathering, which aims to encourage stimulating discussions and a sense of belonging.
The homecoming week launches on Saturday 21 July with a #REBUILDBARBUDA village beautification and clean up followed by engaging and inspirational activities throughout the week, including a combined Thanksgiving Service and reception featuring indigenous Barbudan food, a “Barbuda Then” exhibit, screening of a Barbuda documentary followed by a discussion on “The History of Barbuda” and “Know Your Heritage” Family Tree Activity. Barbudans will also participate in an intensive consultation entitled “Envisioning Barbuda for 2030 and Beyond.” There will also be a photography exhibition featuring the work of professional photographers who have played an important part in the coverage of this Barbudan narrative post-Hurricane Irma. Additional activities are planned for the younger members of the community.
For Barbudans seeking information about attending this event, flights and accommodation, contact the organizers at [email protected]. To stay up to date and follow the unfolding of activities go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/BarbudaRisingHomecoming and LIKE, FOLLOW and SHARE.
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| RECONNECT with your homeland and heritage REBUILD with vision, purpose and fortitude
RESTORE hope, values and identity BRH SCHEDULE 2018 |
Saturday July 21
- Unity Cleanup with #REBUILDBARBUDA
- Madison Square Social
Sunday July 22
- Combined Thanksgiving Church Service
- Thanksgiving Reception
Monday July 23
- “Barbuda Then” Exhibit
- Screening of Barbuda Documentary
- Discussion on “The History of Barbuda”
- “Know Your Heritage” – Family Tree Activity
Tuesday July 24
- Envisioning Barbuda 2030 and Beyond Consultation
- Griot (Storytelling) & Poetry Night
Wednesday July 25
- Health & Wellness Fair
- Healthy Alternatives Food Presentation
- Photography Exhibit featuring Mohammid Walbrook and Mikki Harris.
Thursday July 26
- Sunrise Ceremony unveiling the Barbuda Flag
- Beach Picnic & Evening Bonfire
Friday July 27
- Family Sports & Fun Day
- “HOPE Rising” Inspirational Concert
If you have any questions about attending the event, would like to volunteer or serve on a sub-committee or participate in any activity please contact via the[email protected]. For more information and to stay up to date, please LIKE, FOLLOW and SHARE the Barbuda Rising Homecoming Facebook group here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/BarbudaRisingHomecoming – see you there!
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I wonder why didn’t think of organizing this meeting right after the hurricane to come clean up Barbuda. They left it for others to do. And why they don’t set up a fund so they can contribute some of the much needed dollars to rebuild the island.
This is so clear to see it has to do with the new law passed thee other day. It’s the BPM’w way to gather support. Well I guess they better come and take up the offer of $1. for a piece of land which they never owned before.
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