Perry Gate Restoration, Lapeyrouse Cemetery

The Perry Gate, located at Lapeyrouse Cemetery, Tragarete Road, Port-of-Spain, stands as a tribute to Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the Battle of Lake Erie during the American War of Independence whose strategic insight and leadership were critical in securing an American victory. This historic Gate was recently restored and a ceremony was held in December 2024 to celebrate and offer thanks to all involved.

Opening remarks were delivered by Her Excellency Candace A. Bond, U.S. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary; and the keynote address was given by Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). Closing remarks were provided by His Worship, Alderman Chinua Alleyne, Mayor of Port-of-Spain.

The ceremony concluded with a ribbon-cutting and a photo session by the media. For more on this, please click here. 

Pan & Powder Parade

Hosted by Pan Trinbago in August 2024, the Pan and Powder Parade (held in Port of Spain) featured bands such as Massy Trinidad All Stars, BP Renegades, HADCO Phase II Pan Groove, Courts Sound Specialists, Siparia Deltones, Fusion Steel Orchestra, West Stars Steel Orchestra, and the ever-popular Pamberi Steel Orchestra.

The parade journeyed from City Hall to the heart of Trinidad and Tobago Carnival, Queen’s Park Savannah, where revelers enjoyed themselves throughout the evening.

His Worship, Alderman Chinua Alleyne, Mayor of Port-of-Spain, extended his sincerest gratitude to the President of Pantrinbago, Beverly Ramsey-Moore, and her phenomenal team for ensuring a successful event. 

Emancipation Day!

Vibrant colors flooded Port-of-Spain as hundreds gathered to celebrate African Emancipation Day in the capital city as the parade commenced at the Treasury building on Independence Square North. 

It the wound its way north onto Piccadilly Street, continued along Park Street, and eventually reached Charlotte Street. The procession continued its northward journey, passing Memorial Park and culminating at the home of Carnival the Queen’s Park Savannah.

This year’s event featured distinguished speakers, including Zakiya Uzoma-Wadada of the Emancipation Support Committee (ESC), Equino Moyo, His Worship the Mayor of Port-of-Spain, Alderman Chinua Alleyne, Senator the Honourable Randall Mitchell, Minister of Tourism, and the esteemed Dr. the Hon. Keith Rowley, Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Their inspiring words resonated with the crowd, emphasizing the significance of African heritage and the journey toward liberation.

IAMovement 10th Anniversary 

IAMovement, in collaboration with Close the Loop Caribbean, organized an incredible display featuring a Moko Jumbie adorned in single-use plastics to raise awareness for Plastic-Free July and Trinidad's plastic usage.

The stunning design was crafted by Jillian from MokoLove TT, who dedicates her time and resources to teaching youth in Laventille the art of Moko Jumbie. The talented LittleJabsTT, an artist from Laventille, performed on stilts and also trains aspiring Moko Jumbies.

IAMovement, an NGO founded in 2014 and celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, focuses on creating positive social and environmental change in Trinidad and Tobago. Our initiatives in climate adaptation, mitigation, and resilience have empowered communities across the nation. We were honored to receive the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Superheroes of Development award in 2022, a first for Trinidad and Tobago.