Hurricane Melissa: Stories from the Diaspora and the Cultural Anchors That Hold Us

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Hurricane Melissa: Stories from the Diaspora and the Cultural Anchors That Hold Us

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When Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, the impact rippled far beyond the island. This episode explores “the middle place” — that emotional space between home and abroad — through the voices of Caribbean people across the diaspora.

Through Lens 3 of the Caribbean Diaspora Experience Model (CDEM): Cultural Anchors, Kerry-Ann reflects on how faith, music, sayings, and pride keep us grounded in times of uncertainty and loss.

Episode Highlights:

The emotional toll of watching home in crisis while abroad
Finding strength through cultural anchors: music, prayer, proverbs, and national pride
Diaspora coordination, empathy, and responsible giving during disaster recovery
How resilience and cultural memory fuel the long work of rebuilding
Re-examining “giving back” as a year-round cultural practice

Mentioned & Related Episodes:

Rethinking Caribbean Disaster Relief: A Call to Action
Support the Caribbean Year-Round: Giving Before, During & After Disaster Strikes
From Carriacou to Brooklyn: Building Sustainable Futures & Cultural Legacy.

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