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The Gold Pill: Reclaiming Caribbean Roots through Conscious Return

Dis a Fi Mi History Podcast: Explore Caribbean Ancestry & Culture
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In this enlightening episode of the Dis A Fi Mi History Podcast, host Wendy Aris speaks with Chedwick Crieghtney, founder of the Gold Pill Group, about conscious return tours that reconnect the Caribbean diaspora to Africa on emotional, cultural, and economic levels. Dive deep into the heart of Caribbean history and family genealogy as Chedwick explains the transformative 'Gold Pill' concept, the healing traditions of Sankofa, and the significance of naming ceremonies. Explore practical pathways for travel, relocation, and community building in Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, and beyond, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming heritage and ancestral ties. This episode highlights the urgency for younger generations to engage with their family history amidst Africa's growing economies. Listeners are invited to learn more about trip packages and services designed to reshape personal and collective futures through meaningful connection to the continent. BIO: Chedwick Creightney, a Jamaican Canadian who lives and works in Toronto, previously served on the CAG board during the last term. According to Stafford, he brings significant fundraising and networking experience to the board. Chedwick is currently the CEO of Gold Pill Group Inc., a group of companies providing consultation to small and midsize businesses. https://thecaribbeancamera.com/caribana-arts-group-elects-new-board-2024/ https://www.instagram.com/thegoldpillgroup/ https://thegoldpillgroup.com/ https://ca.linkedin.com/company/thegoldpillgroup https://www.youtube.com/@thegoldpillgroup/featured #AfricanDiaspora #ReturnToAfrica #BlackTravel #CaribbeanDiaspora #PanAfrican #HeritageTravel #DiasporaIdentity #CulturalConnection #StorytellingMatters #PodcastLife #DisAFiMiHistory #BlackHistory #ReconnectionJourney

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