Emancipation Day Commemoration 2026 | Panel Discussion & Mixer
What does liberation look like today? Not just freedom from — but freedom to.
The Saint Lucia High Commission in the United Kingdom, in partnership with ReCreators Agency, presents a unique event commemorating Emancipation Day 2026. This gathering offers an opportunity not only to reflect on the meaning of Emancipation, but also to explore its continued relevance, exchange ideas, and build connections with fellow members of the Caribbean diaspora.
A distinguished panel of speakers will share perspectives, experiences, and insights under the theme:
“The Relevance of Emancipation Day to the Caribbean Diaspora in the UK”
Featured Panellists
Dr. Morgan Dalphinis — Saint Lucian Author, Linguist & Historian
Ms. Jacqueline Roberts — Vincentian Fellow Royal Society of Arts, CEO of SV2G
Mr. Weyland McKenzie-Witter — Jamaican Audio Artist, Archivist, Creative Producer & Writer.
Ms. Charis Davis — Jamaican-Barbadian Founder of Hush Healing & Beauty Therapist
The discussion will explore identity, culture, heritage, and their influence on Caribbean people today — while examining how we continue to build, create, and define a modern Caribbean identity on our own terms.
Guests will also receive contributions from:
Dr. Jason Haynes - Barrister-at-law & solicitor, and associate professor of law, University of Birmingham
Ms. Rianna Patterson - Founder of the Dominica Dementia Foundation
This event intends to be a space for honest dialogue about where we came from, where we are, and where we're going.
Agenda:
16:00-16:50 — Guests Arrival, Check-in & Networking
17:00-18:30 — Panel Discussion & Q&A
18:30–20:00 — Networking & Refreshments
Code of Conduct:
By registering for the event, all participants agree to the following:
No discriminatory or intimidating behaviour will be tolerated.
All attendees must follow venue rules and emergency procedures.
The Saint Lucia High Commission & Recreators Agency reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any attendee who breaches this code.
Photography:
Photographs and videos will be taken at this event for social media and marketing promotion purposes.