Hilary Beckles
Hilary Beckles is a Barbadian historian and the chair of the Caribbean Community’s Reparations Commission. He is a leading voice in the movement for reparations in the Caribbean, emphasizing the lasting impact of slavery and advocating for European nations to compensate Caribbean countries as part of a comprehensive plan for socio-economic and cultural restitution.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 28,596 | $2,700,000 | 1,137$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 8.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 3,996 | $15,000 | 20$ |
| Totals | 2 | 70,847,178 | 32,592 | $2,715,000 | 1,157$ |
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Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Sir Hilary Beckles is the chairman of CARICOM's reparations commission and vice chancellor of the University of the West Indies.
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United Kingdom:
Historian Hilary Beckles has contributed to shedding light on the forgotten history of enslaved women.
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Guyana:
Philosopher Rawls argued that 'progress is only moral when it benefits the least advantaged first.'
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United Kingdom:
Sir Hilary Beckles describes Barbados as the birthplace of British slave society.
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Jamaica:
Professor Sir Hilary Beckles was honored with an honorary degree for his distinguished scholarship and advocacy for social justice.
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Guyana:
Professor Sir Hilary Beckles said Britain’s wealth was built on the backs of enslaved Africans and exploited Caribbean labour.
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United Kingdom:
Prof Sir Hilary Beckles, the CRC chair who is leading the six-member delegation, said the visit would help to amplify and advance the Caribbean’s pursuit of reparatory justice.
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Jamaica:
Sir Hilary Beckles is the vice chancellor of The UWI.
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Liberia:
He is the Vice Chancellor of the University of the West Indies.
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Jamaica:
Vice Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles dubbed the groundbreaking 'a critical juncture in a journey.'
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