Carnival Chaser: Why Playing Mas is a Tribute to Black Liberation
Before Trinidad Carnival, there was Canboulay (cannes brûlée means canes burning). Canboulay was how enslaved Africans in Trinidad celebrated emancipation.
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I'm a feminist blogger who writes about solo female travel, politics, fashion and the Black experience abroad.
My Personal Experience with Colorism in Trinidad & Tobago
It’s no secret that colorism is a major issue to reckon with. Colorism is not just about dating preferences. Darker-skinned people face longer prison sentences, disproportionately poor health outcomes, over-policing, and more punitive forms of discipline in schools.
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Visiting the First City for Free Black People in South America
I launched GabarIskuFilan to document Black liberation from the perspective of a solo female traveler. So far, I’ve traveled to Trinidad & Tobago and Colombia with the intention to learn about the universal struggle for Black liberation and self-determination.
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Why You Should Absolutely Visit Tobago
I believe the best place to cool down after Trinidad Carnival is Tobago! Tobago is the secondary island 22 miles northeast of Trinidad.
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August 1st Marks The Importance of Emancipation Day in the Global Struggle for Black Liberation
August 1st is a major holiday amongst several West Indian countries. Here’s why. Emancipation Day commemorates the abolition of slavery in Jamaica, Guyana, St. Lucia, Trinidad & Tobago, St. Vincent, Montserrat and Bermuda.
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Why I Call Myself a Kafir
Kafir is a derogatory term to describe infidels. It’s also a slur that evokes violence, death threats, and harmful repercussions.
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Examining Black Liberation & Feminist Movements in Trinidad & Tobago
The Caribbean has always been a fascinating part of the world, in my opinion. I launched GabarIskuFilan to document my solo female travel experiences across the African diaspora.
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Gabar Goes Global: Top 5 Things to do in Trinidad & Tobago
Hi! Welcome back to GabarIskuFilan—a radical feminist solo female travel blog! This is a blog where I document my solo female travel adventures across the African diaspora.
Read More… Gabar Goes Global: My Honest Experience as a Solo Female Traveler in Trinidad & Tobago
Welcome back to GabarIskuFilan—a radical feminist solo female travel blog that focuses on Black liberation! This is a blog where I document my experiences reconnecting with the African diaspora. In this blog post, I will discuss my honest experiences as a solo female traveler in Trinidad & Tobago.
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Why I’m Celebrating Black History Month in Trinidad & Tobago
Welcome back to GabarIskuFilan! This is a solo female travel blog that focuses on travel across the African diaspora.
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