The survival of the Garifuna people language and culture is not by accident. It is a result of the resolve of our ancestors and those individuals and groups who have committed their lives to ensuring that Garifunaduou (Garifunahood) is preserved and passed on to our younger generations. GARIU joins in the effort by supporting current community projects that aim to develop Garifuna identity in the context of providing opportunities for the development of soft, career, entrepreneurial, community development and leadership skills among Garinagu and other indigenous peoples in the communities where they reside.
Currently, GARIU collaborates with:
