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Our Inaugural Gala in 2013
Indo-Caribbean Alliance (ICA) extends an invitation for you to join us for our 2nd annual gala, following last year's sold out event.  It will be held at the landmark Venetian Terrace on Saturday, June 7th 2014 at 7pm.  The event will feature a dazzling night complete with food, cocktails, live performaces and dancing. Our gala is a fundraising endevor to support ICA's robust and vital community programs and advocacy in Queens, New York. With "An Empire State of Mind" theme, our guests will be treated to an evening that highlights the significant contributions of the Indo-Caribbean community to the City of New York.  

Honorees

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Gaiutra Bahadur
Gaiutra Bahadur is the author of the critically-acclaimed book “Coolie Woman: The Odyssey of Indenture” which reconstructs and reimagines the journey of indentured women, including her great-grandmother, from Calcutta to the Caribbean.

Learn more about Gaiutra Bahadur.
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The Subraj Family
George, Ken and Jay Subraj
are entrepreneurs and philanthropists who have contributed to the revitalization
of Queens through Zara Realty and have funded lifesaving medical treatment for
disadvantaged families and have contributed to many capital projects locally and abroad.

Learn more about the Subraj Family.
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Natraj Center for the Performing Arts
NCPA is celebrating 25 years of teaching classical Indian dance instruction and leadership development to over 2,000 students. All teachers and senior performers are classically trained in Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak, Odissi, and folk dances, as well as the more popular Bollywood film and pop genres. 
Learn more about the Natraj Center.  


Master of Ceremonies

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Rose Deonarine
Rose Deonarine, originally from Penal, Trinidad and now residing in New York, has been described as the “talk of the community”. Rose grew up in a close knit family and had a passion to become a part of the entertainment industry.  When she migrated to the United States, she quickly made that dream a reality.

Focusing on the community, culture, and people, Rose
has solidified a permanent home in the world of radio broadcasting and television.  For over eight years, Rose has been touching the lives of listeners and viewers across the nations.  She promotes new music, news, and community events including over 100 stage shows. On the radio, her voice can soothe, excite, and tantalize listeners.  Read more about Rose Deonarine.

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Performances

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Ashton Ramdehal
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Optimism Symphony
Steelpan Orchestra
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Music by
DJ Fess of Elite Soundz
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Tribute Performance by the Natraj Center 


Gala Co-Chairs
Safia Sattaur
Michael Henry
Kenrick Ross

Host Committee*

Jamal Baksh
Board Member, ICA

Dr. Odessa Devi Despot
Board Member, ICA

Patrick Kearns
President, Leo F. Kearns Funeral Homes

Vedesh Persaud
Volunteer Program Coordinator & Tutor, ICA

Raj Rampershad
Vice Chairperson, Community Board 9 - Queens

Shivika Rajkisore
Public School Teacher & ICA Volunteer 

Darrel Sukhdeo
Activist and Community Organizer

Lester Ramcharran
Broker, Century 21 Crossroads Realty
Faudia Baijnauth
Co-Founder, Board Member & Volunteer Program Director, ICA 

Richard S. David
Co-Founder, Board Member & Volunteer Executive Director, ICA

Rafi Hamid
Board Member, ICA

Diana Persaud
Board Member, ICA

Rajiv Ramdeo
Board Member, ICA

Ravi Ramkeesoon
Vice President, RCL Trinidad & Researcher, Rauch Foundation

Lakshmee Singh
Producer & Host, Let's Talk With Lakshmee

Christine Khan
President, All Purpose Electrical
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Staff + Volunteers
    • Board of Directors
    • FAQs
    • Press
    • Funders and Supporters
  • Programs
    • Civic Action
    • Culture >
      • Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
      • Book Club
    • Immigration
    • Youth Programs >
      • Middle School Initiative
      • College Bound Program
      • Mentoring Program
      • SAT Program
  • Media
    • 2012
    • 2011 >
      • Domestic Violence Workshop & Luncheon
      • South Queens Health Fair
      • Young Professionals Social
      • Community Events
    • 2010 >
      • Census Campaign
      • ICA Health Fair
      • Young Professionals Social
      • Community Events
  • Blog
  • Get Involved!
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Career Opportunities
    • Resources
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  • Gala 2017
    • Previous Galas >
      • Gala 2013 >
        • Photos & Video
        • Meet Our Sponsors
        • The Experience >
          • Honorees
      • Gala 2014 >
        • Honorees
        • Tickets
        • Sponsorship Packages
        • Journal Ads
        • Silent Auction - Limited Preview
        • Call for Volunteers
      • Gala 2015
      • Gala 2016