November 3,2026 As leaders convened in Antigua and Barbuda for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Chair of the CARICOM Reparations Commission, delivered a video message welcoming King Charles III and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to the Caribbean, which he describes as the historic birthplace of British chattel slavery. He … Continue reading CARICOM Reparations Commission welcomes King Charles III and UK PM
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Hilary Beckles gives a speech during a plenary session at the high-level consultative conference on the next steps to the landmark UN resolution on the trafficking of enslaved Africans on 18 June 2026. Photograph: Ernest Ankomah/Getty Images Caricom commission chair Hilary Beckles wants king to ensure Commonwealth becomes a ‘moral institution committed to human justice’ … Continue reading King Charles urged ‘as human brother’ to support reparations talks at Caribbean summit
An important preparatory event to the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting later in the fall where this issue will be up for discussion one way or another. September 2, 2026 GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) – Barbados will host the third Caribbean Community (Caricom) Regional Conference on Reparations later this month, the Guyana-based Caricom Secretariat announced on … Continue reading Barbados to host third Caricom regional conference on reparation
April 8, 2026 The CARICOM Reparations Commission (CRC) has applauded the recent adoption of a United Nations resolution that formally recognises the trafficking and racialised chattel enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity. CRC Chair, Sir Hilary Beckles, described the resolution as a long-overdue step that lays the foundation for a global dialogue … Continue reading CARICOM Welcomes Historic UN Resolution Recognising African Enslavement as Humanity’s Gravest Crime
Presentation to the 2026 CCI Research Symposium, February 19-10, 2026 The VC is also the Chair of the CARICOM Reparations Commission and is leading the effort to secure reparations for chattel slavery in the Caribbean. https://youtu.be/cKcIT1d5KSo See our 2026 Research Symposium page for additional videos and information.
February 27, 2026 At the closing media conference of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government, Chair of CARICOM and Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, reaffirmed the Region’s commitment to reparatory justice. Prime Minister Drew announced that Heads of Government have tasked … Continue reading CARICOM Leaders Strengthen Reparations Agenda
CRC mission will seek to deepen public understanding of Britain’s colonial legacy and its lasting impact Sir Hilary Beckles, who is leading the six-member delegation, said: ‘The global reparations movement is entering a new wave of impact, visibility and mobilisation.’ Photograph: Graeme Robertson/The Guardian Natricia Duncan in Kingston November 16, 2025 A delegation from the body leading … Continue reading Caribbean reparations leaders in ‘historic’ first UK visit to press for justice
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) extends its deepest solidarity to the people and the Government of Jamaica in the wake of the most powerful hurricane to ever impact the nation. Our hearts go out to all individuals and institutions affected by this unprecedented disaster. It is a sobering reminder of the escalating … Continue reading Resilience in Action: The UWI’s commitment to Jamaica
We posted a story a few days ago about a visit by a delegation to Europe to discuss reparations. The story appears not to have been accurate. Please see the statement issued today by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of the West Indies, and the Chair of the CARICOM Reparations Commission. Please accept our apologies … Continue reading “Not us!” Caricom Reparations Commission
As universities face increased scrutiny, their role as centres of knowledge and innovation remains essential. However, concerns have arisen regarding free thought and research, particularly due to external influences. In response to these developments, The University of the West Indies (The UWI) will host a discussion on academic freedom and sustainable development during an upcoming … Continue reading Upcoming UWI Vice-Chancellor’s forum explores academic freedom and sustainable development, July 3, 2025