The Garifuna Coalition, USA, Inc.  cordially invite you to join us in the celebration of March 11th – April 12th, 2016 as Garifuna-American Heritage Month 2016 in New York City and New York State, in observance of the 219th Anniversary of the Forcible Deportation of the Garifuna People by the British from St Vincent and the Grenadines on March 11th, 1797 and their settlement in Central America on April 12th, 1797.

Garifuna-American Heritage Month provides an opportunity to recognize the significance of Garifuna’ contributions to the quality and character of life of New York City, and, through many events and activities throughout the month, for all people to gain a greater appreciation of Garifuna history and traditions, and of the role Garifuna-Americans have played, and will continue to play, in New York’s society.