August 15, 2016 “DIASPORA DIGEST”

Sponsored by

THE ST.KITTS AND NEVIS PERMANENT MISSION TO

THE UNITED NATIONS

Inside This Issue

National Heroes 2

Women In The Diaspora 3

Endings/New Beginnings 4

Sustainable Tourism 5

Sensational 7 6

Information 8

The independence of a country symbolizes a

move away from the support, influence and

control of its colonizers.

On September 19, 1983, the Federation of

St. Kitts and Nevis lowered the Union Jack and

raised a new flag as it ushered in the dawn of

Independence. It was a historic day in the Fed-

eration’s history. The celebration throughout

the length and breadth of St. Kitts and Nevis

marked a symbolic accomplishment for nation-

als at home and abroad. Independence pre-

sented an opportunity for the new govern-

ment to strengthen existing relationships and

to gauge other friendly states ready and willing

to forge new, mutually beneficial relationships

with the government and people of St. Kitts

and Nevis.

Although Small Island Developing States are

primarily responsible for their own sustainable

development, the persistent development

challenges of many Small Island States requires

“enhanced global partnership for development,

adequate provision and mobilization of all

means of implementation and continued inter-

national support to achieve internationally

agreed goals.” This can only be attained if all

forms of partnerships with and for Small Island

Developing States also increases.

The Federation’s first Prime Minister and only

living national hero His Excellency Sir. Kenne-

dy Alphonse Simmonds understood this and

very early during his tenure as Prime Minister

of St. Kitts and Nevis engaged the Taiwanese

government who today has become a primary

partner of the Government and people of the

Federation.

This is the clarion call to which the Ministry of

Foreign Affairs led by Minister Mark Brantley

has heeded. Through engagement with foreign

leaders, Minister Brantley has diligently sought

to deepen international relations and secure a

stake for our nation, thereby broadening the

diplomatic footprint of the Federation.

On June 4, 2016, in a brief ceremony in Ha-

vana Cuba, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the

Honorable Mark Brantley sealed the part-

nership between the Federation of St. Kitts

and Nevis and the Republic of Belarus by

formalizing diplomatic relations with that

country, a process in the making since 2004.

This new alliance is deemed to be mutually

beneficial for both countries and while the

initiative symbolizes a deepening of the Fed-

eration’s diplomatic footprint, it also speaks

to Minster Brantley’s commitment to build-

ing relationships all while delivering results

across multiple spheres.

On June 6, 2016, the Government of the

Islamic Republic of the Gambia and the Gov-

ernment of St. Kitts and Nevis established

diplomatic relations by the signing of a Joint

Communiqué witnessed by H.E. Dr. Mama-

dou Tangara, Permanent Representative of

the Islamic Republic of the Gambia to the

United Nations and H.E. Sam Condor, Am-

bassador Permanent Representative of St.

Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations.

Since assuming office in February 2015, Min-

ister Brantley has demonstrated his commit-

ment to forging new partnerships across the

globe through diplomatic relations, visa waiv-

ers and Tax Information Exchange Agree-

ments. Permanent Missions, Embassies and

High Commission help to implement the

government’s foreign policy.

As our nation reflects on its thirty third year

of celebrating its independence from Great

Britain, nationals should use the opportunity

to reflect on the plight of our once besieged

descendants whose main goal in life was to

chart a progressive path for those who came

after them. They wanted generations to

come to be better off than they were.

The Federation’s current diplomatic thrust

will ensure the establishment of new rela-

tionships and create greater possibilities for

the advancement of our people.

AN INDEPENDENT FEDERATION WIDENS ITS

DIPLOMATIC FOOTPRINT

Independence

33 Message

His Excellency

Sam. T. Con-

dor

A Journey of

Hope

Many citizens of our twin island nation never

envisioned that our once colonially bound

people would have the wherewithal to man-

age their own affairs. How could small islands

like ours thrive without Great Britain? De-

spite the myriad challenges, the descendants

of slaves in our twin island Federation assert-

ed themselves and declared to the world that

we can in fact chart our own course. It has

been a long, sometime tumultuous journey,

that has brought us from the mire of slavery

through to adult suffrage and ultimately the

claiming of our own nation as democratic and

independent. After 33 years, sober reflection

demands that we laud the vision of those

leaders who unashamedly fought for the many

freedoms we enjoy today. The Federation of

St. Kitts and Nevis has earned its way at the

table with 192 states as a member of the

United Nations. We salute our heroes; the

pioneers who led the way and we celebrate

our accomplishments, mindful that the future

of our nation warrants selfless sacrifice. The

Journey continues!

Happy Independence 33 to all citizens.

“HAPPY INDEPENDENCE 33”

ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

“COUNTRY ABOVE SELF”

The National Honours Act, 19 of 1996 was

established on September 16, 1996 to award

any citizen of St. Kitts and Nevis who has ren-

dered distinguished and outstanding service to

the Nation. The names of five revered men

who have attained the highest honor as nation-

al heroes of the Federation of St. Kitts and

Nevis will be forever etched in the history

books. The Right Excellent Sir Robert Llewel-

lyn Bradshaw (1916-1978), Sir Joseph Nathaniel

France (1907-1997), Sir Caleb Azariah Paul

Southwell (1913-1979) and The Right Excellent

Sir Simeon Daniel (1934-2012). The Right Ex-

cellent Sir Kennedy Alphonse Simmonds who

was born on April 12, 1936 is still alive today

to reflect and advise others given his vast expe-

riences in both opposition and government.

The Right Excellent Sir Robert L. Brad-

shaw was born on September 16, 1916. Sir

Bradshaw went to work at the Sugar Factory at

the impressionable age of 16 and there began

to take a keen interest in the Labour Move-

ment. The value of Sir Robert’s contribution to

the development of St, Kitts and Nevis can

never be truly measured. Raised by his grand-

mother, Bradshaw attained the highest level of

education available in St. Kitts and turned to

the Sugar Factory for work as a machine ap-

prentice. Once he joined the St. Kitts-Nevis

Trades and Labour Union, his appetite for poli-

tics and his passion to serve people took on a

new perspective. He was an accomplished man

who fought for a unified St. Kitts, Nevis and

Anguilla to his death. Sir Bradshaw helped to

improve the way of life for ordinary citizens

and began conversations on Independence with

the British government before his death on

May 23, 1978.

Independence and Beyond

Our National Heroes—Forever With Us

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Diaspora Digest

The Right Excellent Dr. Simeon Daniel

was the first Premier of Nevis. His journey

began at his birthplace in Barnes Ghaut Daniel

was passionate about law and its impact on the

lives of the common man. His formal education

at the St. Thomas’ Government Elementary

School in Nevis, was the precursor to his Stu-

dent Teaching assignment in 1950. By 1957, Sir

Daniel earned his Leeward island Teaching

Certificate. His interest in law resulted in a six

year matriculation at the School of Law in Eng-

land from 1962 to 1966. Although he returned

home and entered into private practice in

1969, Sir Daniel could not stay silent on the

issues surrounding the welfare of Nevisians.

He was one of the founding members of the

Nevis Reformation Party in 1970 whose vision

was to promote equality and empowerment

for all Nevisians. In 1980, through the for-

mation of a Coalition Government with the

People’s Action Movement on St. Kitts, Sir

Daniel became the Minister of Finance and

Nevis Affairs. Sir Daniel served his nation dili-

gently and died peacefully on May 27, 2012.

Sir Joseph Nathaniel France was born on

September 16, 1907 in Mount Lily, Nevis and

migrated to St. Kitts at the impressionable age

of 13. Sir France remained committed to edu-

cation and was instrumental in the formation of

the St. Kitts Workers’ League, Ltd. which even-

tually morphed into the St. Kitts Nevis-Anguilla

-Labour Party. In his role as reporter, writer,

and short story teller, Sir France became an

influential figure in the political realm of St.

Kitts-Nevis and Anguilla who sought to raise

the level of public awareness to the mounting

issues of the days through public meetings, the

distribution of leaflets and other publications.

Sir France’s commitment to the service of

others resulted in numerous changes for the

ordinary man including the right to vote. His

influence helped devise trade union laws, work-

men’s compensation, land settlement, slum

clearance, better health and educational facili-

ties and ultimately, the right to vote. Sir France

was eventually elected to parliament and won

each contest until his retirement from active

politics in 1984. He was 89 years old when his

earthly journey ended on May 21, 1997. The

Joseph Nathaniel France Hospital was named in

his honor.

Sir Caleb Azariah Paul Southwell was

born on July 18, 2016 in Dominica. He

became a pupil teacher at the age of 13 and

completed the Leeward Islands Teachers

Certificate. Southwell became a Leeward

Islands Police Officer, his work brought him

to St. Kitts and Nevis. There, he found

work as a time keeper and Assistant Stock

Clerk at the Sugar Factory. Sir France and

Sir Bradshaw were instrumental in recruit-

ing Sir Southwell into the St. Kitts and Nevis

Trades and Labour Union. He joined them

in the fight for sugar workers’ rights, utiliz-

ing his writing skills and political awareness

to effectuate change in the lives of workers.

Sir Southwell moved up the political ranks.

He lead a delegation to England in 1959 that

resulted in a full ministerial system and he

became Premier in 1978 following Brad-

shaw’s death. Sir Southwell lived a selfless

life as a regionalist and a champion for the

cause of his people, He passed away sud-

denly on May 8, 1979.

The Right Excellent Sir Kennedy Al-

phonse Simmonds was born on April 12,

1936. He is the Federation’s only living na-

tional hero. Sir Kennedy commenced his

early childhood education at the Basseterre

Boys’ school and earned a full scholarship to

attend the St. Kitts-Nevis Grammar School.

While he loved and excelled at Sports, he

also loved people. Coupled with his success

as a medical doctor, Sir Simmonds found a

niche in politics. He became the second

Premier of St. Kitts and Nevis in 1980 as

leader of the People’s Action Movement

(P.A.M.). His “Prosperity For All” agenda

shaped his leadership. Sir Kennedy is credit-

ed for achieving numerous successes includ-

ing achieving the highest per capita income

growth in the Caribbean and Latin America

(1981-1991). Sir Kennedy led the nation

into Independence on September 19, 1983

and is alive today to share his stories of

leadership; of winning and losing; of speaking

up and backing down.” Our national heroes,

have etched a piece of themselves in our

history books. We will forever treasure

their invaluable contributions to our nation.

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Motivated by a strong desire to bring nationals

together in a classy affair that celebrates the

achievements of our own, Ms. Nikki Wilkes put

her event management, business savvy and lead-

ership skills to work.

Earlier this year, Nikki assumed the role of Chair

of the Independence 33 Planning Committee in

New York City. Armed with her charm, tact and

tempered spirit, Nikki successfully brought na-

tionals together to celebrate another year as an

independent nation. Her vision and perseverance

has resulted in a unified outpouring of support

from individuals and organizations in the Diaspo-

ra eager to collaborate for a national cause much

like the celebration of 33 years of Independence.

On Saturday, September 24, 2016, in celebration

of the Federation’s thirty third Independence,

nationals will join in honoring accomplished busi-

nessman and patriot Edmund “Tony” Sadio, as

well as religious leader Molton Esdaille and Keni-

jah Georges, a budding musician who is making

impressive strides in the arts. This year’s gala is

being held in commemoration of national

achievement.

Prime Minister of the Federation the Honorable

Dr. Timothy Harris is expected to deliver an

Independence message. The heavy hitting musi-

cal Youth Ambassador Dejour will “wow” his

audience with an exciting performance and DJ

Sopy Don will provide music to dance the night

away. Tickets cost $100 and proceeds are ear-

marked for a charitable organization in St. Kitts

and Nevis. A silent auction will be one of the

night’s features.

Nikki Wilkes is the epitome of class who has

done her community in the Diaspora and her

nation proud! We salute her and the 33rd Inde-

pendence Gala Committee for making it hap-

pen!

A Prayer for Us, Citizens

by Heather A. Archibald

We have been fashioned from this clay-

This on which fore parents toiled.

Bought and mad to grunt under

The grind of work, they were staked

Down onto fields under a ruthless sun.

Through the dust of time we’ve come,

Crafting citizenry, writing passage

Through trauma and derision, we now

Break on onto this brilliant new day

When we can begin to knit our paths

Like threads assembled on a loom

And weave one fabric of a pattern

Etched with flagrant reds, blues,

Yellows, greens and whites –all

Blending into perfect fiery hue.

May we reject the fallacy of difference!

This one impartial sky shelters us alike.

Ocean waters surround us all the same.

The breezes that blow, the stars that burn,

Creating cosmic shows, do so for us all.

Let’s embrace our country’s song,

The beat of our feet, the music of hills,

The call of our sea gulls and the sweet

Lapping of waves upon our rocks.

We own this splendid spot of earth!

Heather A. Archibald is an Educator,

Social Activist and Poet from St. Kitts and

Nevis whose passion and love for her

birth land is without reservation.

Through the echoes of her childhood

experiences and her life’s journey beyond

the shores of her native land, Heather has

humbly crafted her second book of over

70 poems titled Home Home. The book

was published to celebrate the Federa-

tion’s 33rd Independence anniversary on

September 19, 2016. Heather is commit-

ted to enriching the art form of poetry

and creative thinking with the hope that

others, particularly, the next generation

will be inspired to embrace our heritage

and the arts. Heather is the daughter of

renowned Educator and Social Activist

George Washington Archibald.

Signed copies of this masterful piece are

available by contacting Ms. Archibald at

archibaldheather@ yahoo.com.

Making It Happen!

Avril Francis - Radio Host

Niki Wilkes

Regarded as the Voice of the Caribbean,

Ms. Avril Francis is an accomplished

daughter of the soil who hosts her own

Talk Show and also appears on Bronx TV

Weekly. Avril is a public figure who

shares her views on multiple issues per-

taining to nationals from St. Kitts and

Nevis and the wider Caribbean communi-

ty. Her goal is to positively impact the

lives of Caribbean nationals. As long as

Avril can help, she selflessly steps in to do

whatever she can to get results. Avril is

the distinguished host of the St. Kitts-

Nevis 33rd Independence Gala to be held

at City Island in the Bronx on Saturday

September 24, 2016. Details on Page 8.

St. Kitts-Nevis Independence 33

Gala Host

The months of May, June and July in any given

year is awash with millions of graduates around

the world closing one chapter of their lives,

often with excitement, some inhibition but

almost always, with a dash of hope. Gradua-

tions have now become the staple tradition of

acknowledging and celebrating every stage of

success of a child’s academic journey.

It is now common to see moving up ceremo-

nies from Pre-K to Kindergarten, Kindergarten

to First Grade, Elementary/Primary School to

Junior High and High School to College and

beyond. These celebratory moments capture

the essence of what life forces us to do when

one journey ends to usher in another chapter

of existence: we pause, we reflect, we savor

the accomplishments and we map out a clear

path for our life’s journey.

Small successes are a springboard to the larger

than life accomplishments that become a reality

when we invest time and hard work to achieve

our respective goals. Mr. Donroy Liburd , who

interned briefly at the Permanent Mission of St.

Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations during

the Spring of 2016, is quoted as saying his

“accomplishments in life is one of many firsts.”

Donroy was the first in his High School class

to graduate with a Bachelors degree and the

first to graduate in his family, He shares his

proud story to encourage others, particularly

his peers.

This past June, Donroy’s family watched as he

finally completed his matriculation at Monroe

College in New York. He now holds a Bache-

lor of Science degree in Hospitality Manage-

ment.

The United Nations deems Education to be a

fundamental element in achieving sustainable

development. The efforts to ensure success in

education must now be addressed from a

local, regional and international perspective.

Since education is a tool that contributes to

building peace and promoting social inclusion,

Small Island Developing States such as St.

Kitts and Nevis must be committed to provid-

ing quality education at all levels, ensuring

training for youth and particularly for girls and

women.

Educators must also continue to tap the po-

tential of young people who have shown time

and again that they are able to assert them-

selves and attain academic success. Doors of

opportunities present themselves in ways not

possible without the training and/or exposure

that comes through formal education.

While the shores of the United States are

wide open for students to capitalize on, the

partnerships established with governments

and various agencies in the Caribbean region

and abroad helps students to broaden their

academic prospects. Scholarships are open to

many nationals of the Federation who are

willing to study in Asia, Cuba and even Africa.

Part of building alliances across the globe is

also to invest in the education of current and

next generation children. The Permanent

Mission of St. Kitts and Nevis to the United

Nations is also seeking to strengthen current

partnerships with institutions of higher learn-

ing and is also hoping to cultivate new ones; a

position that helps to advance the people of

the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis at home

and abroad.

CELEBRATING ENDINGS - EMBRACING NEW BEGINNINGS

Diaspora Digest

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Kimarah Isaac, Special Project Coordinator

at Monroe College in the Bronx, New

York is committed to the service of others

by helping students attain success in their

pursuit of higher education. Isaac is heavily

vested in the recruiting program for her

current employer. She jumps at any and

every opportunity to assist with the often

difficult transition to college for students

on a whole, particularly nationals of the

Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. She has

hosted informational sessions in St. Kitts

and Nevis and the wider Caribbean to

spread the Monroe College message. She

is the recruiting guru who works with

students, parents and governments.

Kimarah has also seen firsthand how stu-

dents overcome many of the odds affiliated

with college life. She is all too familiar with

the difficulties students face and continues

to serve the students at Monroe College

with a smile through all their challenges.

Alliances matter! They impact the success

or failure of students, particularly those

who venture abroad to pursue academic

opportunities. The Permanent Mission of

St. Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations

is seeking to engage other educational

institutions that continue to positively

impact the Federation’s students. As stu-

dents at all levels of learning return to the

classroom for the 2016-2017 school year,

they should arm themselves with a favorite

Nelson Mandela quote: “Education is the

most powerful weapon you can use to

change the world.” The celebratory end

comes with a focused beginning. The road

to success in education will be marred by

numerous challenges. It is in overcoming

that our students truly win. Thanks for all

your hard work Kimarah Isaac.

Ms. Kimarah Isaac

Donroy Liburd & Fellow Graduates

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM Page 5 Diaspora Digest

Sustainable tourism represents an important

driver of sustainable economic growth and

decent job creation for the Government of St.

Kitts and Nevis. To sustain the tourism indus-

try, a government must be prepared to develop

and implement policies that includes a vast seg-

ment of a nation’s population. Diversity across

the tourism industry also promotes positive

social and economic impacts allowing local

communities to gain maximum benefits from

the tourism industry. While traditional tourism

initiatives such as cruises and hotel stay overs

account for a great deal of the tourist market,

breakout ventures that capture audiences also

drive the industry.

Initiatives such as the #beautyfullconference

seminar spearheaded by Nevisian born Petula

Skeete at the Four Seasons Resort Hotel in

Nevis on Sunday July 3, 2016, emphasize the importance of Sustainable Tourism. Armed with

star power from the likes of ABC’s Good

Morning America host Ms. Robin Williams, the

#beautyfullconference was featured to encour-

age women to embrace all that makes them

who they are; to be at peace with themselves

and to strive to change the communities in

which they live by developing a positive persona

and upbeat outlook on life. Her work and de-

votion to her craft is an inspiration to others.

Skeete, an accomplished hairstylist to the stars,

successfully promoted St. Kitts and Nevis dur-

ing the July conference and is building a net-

work of followers who appreciate her work

and positive messages.

On August 20, 2016, style expert Tyesha A. James

from St. Kitts will collaborate with Ms. Skeete to

host a Fall Fashion affair in Manhattan. The work

of these talented women inspires others and helps

to promote the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis

in the process. Connect @tajfashionz.

Candidates vying to chair the respec-

tive committees of United Nations

bodies are usually elected during the

month of June and November. It is a

busy time On the United Nations

calendar, often resulting in new lead-

ership in time for General Assembly

in September. The following elec-

tions were held during the recently

concluded UN elections:

1. President of General Assembly

(PGA) - June 13

2. Committee on the Rights of Per-

sons with Disabilities (CRPD)

3.Economic and Social Council

(ECOSOC) -June 14, 2016

4. Committee on the Elimination of

Discrimination Against Women

5. Human Rights Committee (HRC)

June 23, 2016

6. Election of Non-Permanent Mem-

bers of the Security Council

7. Committee on the Rights of the

Child (CRC) June 30, 2016.

UNITED NATIONS

ELECTIONS – JUNE

2016

NATIONAL ANTHEM

Oh Land of Beauty.

Our Country where peace abounds

Thy children stand free,

On the strength of will and love.

With God in all our struggles

St. Kitts and Nevis be,

A nation bound together

With a common destiny

As stalwarts we stand,

For justice and liberty

With wisdom and truth,

We will serve and honor thee

No sword nor spear can conquer

For God will sure defend,

His blessings shall forever,

To posterity extend.”

By: Kenrick Georges

COAT OF ARMS NATIONAL FLOWER

NATIONAL DISH

NATIONAL FLAG

NATIONAL DRESS

Designed by Edris Lewis

The Olympic stage is a conglomeration of

the crème de la crème of athletes from

countries throughout the world who en-

gage in one of the most highly lauded and

patriotic ventures in the life of an athlete.

The Olympics is a highly respected and

symbolic platform that allows athletes

from every corner of the world an oppor-

tunity to display their athletic best. No

other athletic stage offers such prestige

and notoriety as the Olympics. It is the

ultimate dream for any and every career

athlete.

Nations send their most skilled basketball

players, others send their brilliant tennis

players, swimmers, wrestlers and fencers

to wage friendly battle against their often

fierce competitors. The Federation of St.

Kitts and Nevis sends its best track ath-

letes. This year’s team comprises seven

athletes who were able to rise above their

own adversities in life to earn the title of

“Olympic Athlete” under the banner of

the St. Kitts and Nevis national flag.

Who among us can imagine the pride and

immense joy our Federation’s athletes

must feel to have climbed to such admira-

ble heights in track and field? By the same

token, it may be difficult to truly under-

stand the trials of these athletes. In fact,

we often minimize the hurdles many

athletes are subject to in order to become

the sensation we regard them as today.

Although track and field can be a lonely

world where many spectators see only the

final product of years of hard work, every

four years since 1996, St. Kitts and Nevis

has had the honor of celebrating the hard

work of our nation’s athletes and coaches.

Their stories of self-sacrifice embodies

our nation’s motto of “country above

self.” These athletes are our heroes

who train tirelessly and lobby even hard-

er for support to be the success story

every athlete dreams of becoming. Rio is

the platform on which they stand for us

to admire and support them. We wish

our sensational team of seven mountains

of success in the culmination of their

historic and unforgettable journey to

Rio.

The Sensational Seven in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Athletes Pictured

Antoine Adams: 100m, 200m and 4 X 100m

Brijesh Lawrence: 100m and 4X100m

Tameka Williams: 200m

Jason Rogers: 4 X 100m

Lestrod Roland: 4 X 100m

Allistar Clarke: 4 X 100m

(Coaches: Donnell Esdaille & Allister James)

Not Pictured: Kim Collins: 100m and 4X100m

Diaspora Digest

Essence Magazine Raves About

Team SKN Olympic Uniform

Yakima Daniel: Designer

Yakima Daniel once dreamed of designing the Olympic team uniform for St. Kitts and Nevis. Her dream has borne fruit in a remarkable way. Essence Magazine recognized the national Olympic design of St. Kitts and Nevis as “one of the best” on display during the opening night of the Olympic Games in Rio on August 5, 2016. The blos-soming designer has a bright future ahead. Check out Yakima’s Kiwi Dan Couture at www. kiwiedan.com.

Yakima Daniel’s

Olympic Couture

SKN Athletes and Officials in Olympic Team Attire

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Diaspora Digest Kim Collins: A Sports Icon

“The accomplishments of one citizen is the

pride and joy of an entire nation.” This

describes the sentiments of many nation-

als of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis

who have followed the journey of sprinter,

Kim Collins.

Kim has broken down many barriers in his

lifetime, and has had to learn to mend

fences along the way too. He describes his

upbringing as humble and he has endured

numerous hardships to become a re-

nowned track star athlete. Today, Collins is

ranked as the 6th fastest man in the world

He has not gotten to the ripe age of 40

without controversy, yet he still stands as a

national champion, the world’s fastest 40

year old , and now as a “veteran sprinter

who breaks the boundaries of time.” (CNN)

Collins admits he has tried to retire, howev-

er, he has found a recipe to keep going and

to keep perfecting his time, clocking 9.93

seconds in the 100 meter dash in Germany

in May, 2016. Who knows what the end of

the Road to Rio holds for this sports icon

simply known as Kim?

His journey has become that of an entire

nation. We salute Kim and all who have

helped him on the journey to Rio. Cheers to

Kim, the 40 year old icon. Cheers to Rio and

beyond!

“Success for an athlete follows many years of hard Work and Dedication.”

Michael Diamond

Team Captain

Antoine Adams

Antoine Adams is a fast, focused and for-

ward thinking athlete. He has traveled the

world as a track athlete and has earned

accolades for his performance in the 100m,

200m and 4X100m relay. Adams still holds

the Youth, Junior and Senior National titles

in the 200m has his sights set on fulfilling yet

another goal; excelling at the Rio Olympics.

Adams has returned to the Olympic arena

for yet a second time having debuted in

London during the Olympic games of 2012.

Rio is essentially the culmination of Adams’

four years as a seasoned Olympic athlete.

What better time to lead his team as captain

and what better time to seal his track and

field career with a victory of his own?

Antoine is a product of hard work and dedi-

cation to success. He has been fortunate to

have a strong village of support around him

all his life and has never forgotten from

whence he came.

Success in Rio would be the icing on a birth-

day celebration in the Adams family as Au-

gust 31 is Antoine’s birthday. Adams

beamed with excitement as he carried the

national flag of the Federation of St. Kitts

and Nevis on the opening night of the Olym-

pic Games on August 5. Who knows where

this fast, focused and forward thinking ath-

lete’s success will take him next?

Permanent Mission of St. Kitts and Nevis

to the United Nations

414 East 75th Street, Suite 5

New York, NY 10021

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ORGANIZATION EVENTS

AUGUST 20: SANDY POINTERS AND FRIENDS

CASINO BUS RIDE

SEPTEMBER 3: NEVISIANS IN AMERICA DANCE

SEPTEMBER 3: SANDY POINT BENEVOLENT

SOCIETY DINNER DANCE

SEPTEMBER 4: SAINT CHRISTOPHER CRICKET

CLUB PICNIC

SEPTEMBER 4: SAINT CHRISTOPHER CRICKET

CLUB PICNIC

SEPTEMBER 17: KANA’S BREAKFAST

SEPTEMBER 25: INDEPENDENCE GALA

SEPTEMBER 25: KABA’S INDEPENDENCE

CHURCH SERVICE

OCTOBER 22: SANDY POINTERS AND

FRIENDS DANCE

OCTOBER 22: ASTHMATIC ASSOCIATION GA-

LA

NOVEMBER 12: GREEN VALLEY GLOBAL CHIL-

DREN’S TALENT FESTIVAL

NOVEMBER 19: SONS AND DAUGHTERSGREEN

VALLEY GLOBAL CHILDREN’S EVENT

DECEMBER 3: FRIENDS DANCE

DECEMBER 10: SANDY POINTERS AND

FRIENDS BUS RIDE

DECEMBER 17: ST. PETER’S ALUMNI & FRIENDS

CHRISTMAS DANCE/TOY DRIVE

DECEMBER 26: SANDY POINT BENEVOLENT

AWARDS BANQUET (MARRIOTT ST. KITTS)

Join Ambassador His Excellency Sam T. Condor for an

Independence Reception in celebration of the Federation’s

33rd Anniversary of Independence to be held from 6pm to

9pm on Independence Day, Monday September 19, 2016

at the Permanent Mission of St. Kitts-Nevis, 414 East

75th Street Suite 5. Please RSVP at

skn.diaspora@gmail.com