FOUN1101 : Caribbean Civilisation Portfolio by https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3 RIAZ MICHAEL HOSEIN - 816008308 en-us 2017-11-28 22:06:07 UTC 2026-01-20 19:54:10 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Simplehouse.png Objective 1 asks us to relate, the Ted talk given by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to our experiences as persons living in the Caribbean. Chinmamanda gives us an insight on the “Dangers of a Single Story” in this as the titles says, she sheds light on how Persons are affected in their thoughts through the influence of foreign literature and rhetoric and also how impressionable the human mind is when it comes to only hearing ‘one side’ of the story. This can easily be related to Caribbean Society as American and foreign culture has invaded the minds of Caribbean youth through media such as music or television and it affects way they dress, speak and their tastes and preferences. Though Globalization is never too harmful of a thing, It is also a form of Neo-colonization where in aspects Caribbean Culture is not being retained but its being replace by children believing that the American way of life is much better because it is portrayed this way through the media. The Caribbean being made up primarily by Countries which have suffered and endured European Colonization, a lot of the academic and social constructs are reminisce of European culture, From our laws to Examination Bodies Such as GCE, Which was a basis when the Regional Examination Body CXC was formed. All these past Events have shaped the Caribbean to what is was today but it has also left a scar on the future generations and their identity to shape themselves and retain their culture rather than assimilate to what is ‘Trendy’ riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211598889 In tutorials we discuss how foreign entities affect and influence the minds of caribbean persons, This is where i gained the knowledge to express my thoughts on this matter 



]]> 2017-11-29 19:40:13 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211598889 Objective 3 asks us to comment on one of three given topics. The Topic, which I believe, is of great importance to what was learned in the course this semester, is the “Free movement within CARICOM”. First before I give my analysis on this topic of conversation we must first define and explain what is CARICOM and how it affects Caribbean nations and society. According to yourdictionary.com, “CARICOM stands for Caribbean Community and Common Market and is defined as an organization made up of 15 Caribbean nations to promote economic integration among members.” CARICOM is singlehandedly one of the greatest achievements within the Regional Community along with the Caribbean Examination Council and One of the greatest achievements The University of The West Indies. CARICOM allows for the free movement of capital and labor between Regional bodies, this opens Business to expand their markets and this also allows individuals to have the freedom to find work within regional borders. The Caribbean being made up of a chain of small islands that pale in comparison to other nations, as uniting as one each nation has the ability to help each other and simultaneously help themselves. CARICOM is not without its faults, but it is predominantly a productive part of development as it not only allows businesses and laborers to generate income and in turn create tax revenue for the nations they inhibit or visit on business but they also generate income from other regional citizens visiting their countries and bringing in revenue through tourism. riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211617023 2017-11-29 20:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211617023 CARICOM passports, allow movement through out CARICOM nations without any visa restrictions riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211618305 2017-11-29 20:19:07 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211618305 Objective 4, asks us to give a personal reflection on what we learnt this semester. Caribbean Civilization showed how we still suffer from the horrors of colonization and the plantation society. It shows us how Caribbean Society still has its culture deeply rooted in European Traditions and also how We still Face the horrors of Neo-Colonization today Through the arrival of MNC’S. Who destroy our land as well as repatriate the profits which are made, though is not all negative. Caribbean Civilization has also thought me the impacts of pigmentocracy and what a crucial role it plays in our history as a region and how it sheds lights on our insecurities as individuals and why even in Caribbean society where the minority groups are Caucasian or Fairer skin, They still have the most social leeway. I learnt that as the horrors and scars of our troubled passed have helped us to not just have socioeconomic issues but is has also created a beautiful melting pot of diversity and a euphoric and unique culture which is different from island to island but still all similar and all astonishing and admired on a Global scale. I believe that as Caribbean People we should have pride and not try to assimilate to external cultures as our unique culture is superior in our own ways and we should cherish it and appreciate it and retain as much of our heritage and our present circumstance as best as we can. Caribbean Civilization has opened my eyes to many aspects of Caribbean Society predominantly the ones i named above, It has truly been a learning experience and it is a course i will hold dear in my memories of university life for the knowledge and application to real world as a Caribbean Person my self. riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211634734 2017-11-29 21:01:11 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211634734 Here we see to Cartoons Depicting modern day ( Neo-Colonization) By the western power houses, Who drown our economies in debt riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211635032 2017-11-29 21:02:11 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211635032 Objective 2, asks us to give a critical analysis on a topic of our choice. For this I decided to give my commentary on the role that Feminism Plays in Caribbean Society and the Big impact Women Play in Caribbean Society from our past as Colonial states to present day. In Colonial Times before, indentureship women were seen as a valuable asset to slave owners as they could be used to reproduce and increase their labor force in the plantation which geared more plantation owners to purchase more female slaves causing a disproportion of genders in the plantation. Where chattel slavery could be seen as matriarchal. The introduction of Indian indentureship shifted the family construct to a Patriarchal society which could still sadly be seen in Caribbean Society today in some aspects of Caribbean life, This is because Masculinity is such a strong social ideology between Caribbean men, many males still expect to have a patriarchal society. However these men are slowly becoming a minority as the Feminist Movement in the Caribbean have truly helped to Empower women. In my Nation of Trinidad and Tobago I see women holding positions of great importance in the fields of medicine, Politics and Finance, this does not stop there women have truly became enfranchised and a very important part of Caribbean society in all aspects. In this society women should not be seen as Housewives or Care takers but we see women gaining the respect and admiration they deserve and Gender equality is truly more prevalent than ever, however there is still a lot of work that needs to be done to root out systemic sexism within our society as it may be more prevalent but it is still a topic of concern. riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211876334 2017-11-30 14:54:48 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211876334 Portia Simpson-Miller, Prime Minister, Jamaica (2006 - 2007; 2012 - 2016)Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Prime Minister, Trinidad and Tobago (2010 - 2015)Ertha Pascal-Trouillot, President of Haiti (1990 - 1991) riaz_16 https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211877220 These are examples of women who have held positions of importance and great power. who serve as leaders and role models to the citizens of their nations both male and female ]]> 2017-11-30 14:56:12 UTC https://padlet.com/riaz_16/as5oupuhody3/wish/211877220