Caribbean Heritage Day Celebration
The Caribbean United Leaders Collective (CULC), in partnership with the City of Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs and community organizations, hosted a vibrant Caribbean Heritage Day Celebration that brought residents together through music, culture, food, and fellowship.
On June 6, the Caribbean United Leaders Collective (CULC) joined forces with the City of Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA), the Caribbean Community in Philadelphia, and Club Friends Radio & Records to host a vibrant Caribbean Heritage Day Celebration. The event brought together community members from across the city for a day filled with music, culture, and fellowship. Attendees enjoyed diverse musical performances highlighting Caribbean and Diaspora traditions, while cultural foods, refreshments, and dancing created an atmosphere of celebration and pride.
A special highlight of the event was the attendance of Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (3rd District), who presented an official Citation from the City of Philadelphia recognizing Caribbean Heritage Month and honoring the contributions of Caribbean communities to the city’s cultural and economic vitality.
Founded in 2025 under the banner “One People, One Voice, One Caribbean,” CULC was established to unite leaders across the Caribbean diaspora and strengthen collaboration, advocacy, and economic opportunity in Philadelphia. Building on the momentum of its successful inaugural Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration Service in 2026, CULC continues to expand its impact through community partnerships, health and wellness initiatives, youth mentorship programs, and efforts to establish a dedicated cultural and community hub for Caribbean residents throughout the region.
A special highlight of the event was the attendance of Councilmember Jamie Gauthier (3rd District), who presented an official Citation from the City of Philadelphia recognizing Caribbean Heritage Month and honoring the contributions of Caribbean communities to the city’s cultural and economic vitality.
Founded in 2025 under the banner “One People, One Voice, One Caribbean,” CULC was established to unite leaders across the Caribbean diaspora and strengthen collaboration, advocacy, and economic opportunity in Philadelphia. Building on the momentum of its successful inaugural Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration Service in 2026, CULC continues to expand its impact through community partnerships, health and wellness initiatives, youth mentorship programs, and efforts to establish a dedicated cultural and community hub for Caribbean residents throughout the region.
