Today, Caribbean Nicaragua celebrates its autonomous elections, where people from various Indigenous, Afrodescendant and ethnic communities vote for the regional legislature to form our government.
From my home in the UK, I proudly raise the Autonomy flag, also known as the flag of Caribbean Nicaragua. It symbolizes our resilient history, achievements and rich cultural and linguistic heritage.
As a Creole person born and raised in Caribbean Nicaragua —and who has served locally for various years in the academic, cultural and youth sectors— I recognize the importance of continuing to strengthen the autonomy regime and working towards fully achieving ancestral rights across different areas.
It is in our hands, as young professionals, to continue working to build the land we dream of and that our ancestors so desired.
Long live our Autonomy!