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
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. |
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. |
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
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.
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.
Sponsors*
* List in formation
Performances
Ashton Ramdehal
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Optimism Symphony Steelpan Orchestra |
Music by DJ Fess of Elite Soundz |
Tribute Performance by the Natraj Center
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Gala Co-Chairs
Host Committee*
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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 |
