Dominica to host panel to explore elevating its Creole language beyond informal use

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Spoiler: future stream of event

09/29/25

Groundbreaking consultation to explore elevating the Creole language beyond informal use​

“Legitimizing Creole: From Vernacular to Vehicle of Identity, Education, and Development” will be the theme of the upcoming Creole Language National Consultation 2025, hosted by Creole Heartbeat in partnership with the Ministry of Education, KEK, the University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus, and Alliance Française. The event is scheduled for Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM taking place at the UWI Open Campus in Roseau, Dominica, said a media statement from the group.

A unique and innovative aspect of the consultation, according to the organizers, is that it will bring together key stakeholders from across the Creole-speaking regions—including Haiti, Martinique, Trinidad, Dominica, Guadeloupe, and St. Lucia—in a collaborative forum focused on the future of Creole languages.

Under the umbrella of the central theme, the importance of elevating Creole from everyday speech to a recognized and respected language integral to regional identity, cultural pride, and socio-economic progress will come into focus.

Attendees will include linguists, educators, policymakers, cultural figures, and community representatives. The gathering seeks to explore strategies for increasing recognition and integration of Creole in educational systems, government policies, and broader societal development. Organizers from Creole Heartbeat emphasize that Creole has historically thrived as the language of families, storytelling, and local communities, however, ” It is now time to position it as a language of progress — one that belongs in our classrooms, boardrooms, and national development strategies.”

Working to preserve and promote Creole as a fundamental element of Caribbean heritage is Creole Heartbeat’s broader initiative, says the team. Through this event, which represents one leg of the movement, the organization is calling for a broader acknowledgment of its vital role in shaping progress and empowering Caribbean nations.

Supporting partners in this pioneering effort include the Ministry of Education, KEK, UWI Open Campus, and Alliance Française. Media outlets such as Q95, Multisolutions, and Dominica News Online will provide coverage to highlight the significance of this landmark consultation.

 

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*cued to start of discussion about this language symposium

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Creole Heartbeat radio series explores ‘WCMF @ 25: From Idea to World Class Festival’​

Dominica News Online -
October 1st, 2025

As Dominica approaches the milestone of the 25th anniversary of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF25), Creole Heartbeat Radio Series is set to feature a special week of programming dedicated to commemorating the annual event. The theme for the broadcasts is “WCMF @ 25: From Idea to World Class Festival,” described by a press release as emphasizing the festival’s journey from a visionary concept to an internationally renowned cultural event.

The three-day series aims to honor the influential individuals—visionaries, musicians, and cultural ambassadors—whose efforts have shaped and sustained the festival’s growth from its inception, says the Creole Heartbeat team. They also promise that in these broadcasts, audiences will receive exclusive insights into the festival’s history, its significant cultural influence across the Caribbean, and its promising future as a celebrated Creole celebration.

The lineup for this week’s programming includes:
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 – 11:00 AM
Host: Ambassador Leroy “Wadix” Charles
Guest: Gordon Henderson, a legendary artist and one of the key visionaries behind Creole music

 

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Interesting, my mom is from there. I will let her know.