The Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) has announced the opening of fellowships and scholarships for its Fall session in an island to be announced.
In a press release, the organisation said the recognition and encouragement of young journalists was one of its major aims.
"With the stroke or two of their pens, reporters, editors and young people could secure scholarships and fellowships to attend "one of the most sought-after media gatherings in the Caribbean," the organisation said.
CMEx believes in the value of stronger working relationships between Caribbean countries and their overseas-based communities, a major focus of the 19th Caribbean Media Exchange on Sustainable Tourism.
CMEx will examine ways of working with the Caribbean Diaspora communities to identify innovative strategies of recovering from the massive losses caused by domestic occurrences such as crime and civil unrest.
Additionally, the CMEx in the Fall will also be looking at how to use tourism to revive communities and rebuild economies after natural and man-made disasters.
The non-profit CMEx is finalizing the Caribbean venue for the next symposium which seeks to harness the energy and vigor of the media, young scholars, fellows and Diaspora leaders.
CMEx is an interactive networking forum that allows journalists and young leaders from the Caribbean, North America and Europe to interact with development specialists and representatives of the hospitality, civil society and government sectors.
Journalists and editors - and youth (aged 15 to 21) - can apply for a limited number of scholarships and fellowships. Scholarships cover airfare, accommodation and registration, while Fellowships cover accommodation and registration.
Application and General Registration Forms are available from the following links:
Media Awards Form:
Youth Awards Form:
General Delegate Form:
The deadline for awards applications is Friday, July 2, 2010.
General delegate registration is on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited.
Since 2001, the Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) has produced 18 conferences and symposia throughout the Caribbean and North America to underscore the value of the region's largest industry, tourism, in bettering the health, education, culture, environment and wealth of Caribbean communities, at home and abroad, in a climate friendly fashion.
The upcoming CMEx meeting is supported by Anse Chastanet Resort, Barbara Pyle Foundation, Bay Gardens Resorts, Caribbean Business Enterprise Trust, Caribbean Broadcasting Union, CaribWorldNews, Coco Palm, Community Benefit Development, Jade Mountain, Marketplace Excellence, Ruder Finn, Sensible Development Corporation, and The SpeakEasy M.E.D.I.A. Foundation.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Monday, June 14, 2010
New CD to benefit CTO Scholarship Foundation
NEW YORK, NY (June 14, 2010) – From chart toppers on both sides of the Atlantic to a Juno Award winner, some of the region’s most successful and vibrant artistes are contributing their talent for a Caribbean cause.
Kevin Lyttle (St. Vincent & The Grenadines) - whose hit song ‘Turn Me On’ reached # 4 on the U.S. charts and # 2 on the UK charts, while his self titled album reached # 8 in the U.S. and was RIAA certified Gold; Dollarman (Grenada) who is the featured artist on the songs ‘Rock this Party’ and ‘Soundz of Freedom’ - both reached # 1 on the Billboard Dance Chart; and Lazo (Dominica) who won a Juno Award in 2000 for Best Reggae Recording for ‘Heart and Soul, are among a number of respected Caribbean musicians featured on a new compilation CD entitled ‘Love the Music’.
The project is the result of a strategic partnership between the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and Ryff Music, with part of the proceeds going to the CTO scholarship programme, the CTO Foundation.
Also included in the line up are: Singing Melody (Jamaica) whose single ‘Want You Back’, reached #3 on the New York Reggae Top 30 and #1 on the Star Top 40; Natural Black (Guyana) who has had several hits including ‘Far From Reality’ and ‘Nice It Nice’; Kamau Georges (British Virgin Islands) one of the BVI’s most talented artist and producers; KB (Bahamas) one of the Bahamas most popular artist; Dudley (Bermuda) whose song ‘Bermudian Gal’ was a big radio hit and still enjoys radio play on Bermuda’s Hot 107.5’s; Aloe Blacc (Panamanian) whose song ‘I Need a Dollar’ is the theme song for the HBO hit show ‘How to Make it in America’; and Fae Simon (Carriacou and Jamaica), the UK’s upcoming artist. Producers who contributed to the project include Albert ‘Dvo’ Desilva (Guyana), Herbert Alexander (USVI), Kamau George (BVI), Max Tannone (USA) and several other talented Caribbean musicians.
In addition to the 12 full length songs on the album, there will be a bonus ‘Love the Mix’ CD produced by DJ Chigga featuring a variety of local Caribbean artist who submit their music on-line at www.ryffmusic.com.
The project will be distributed through Redeye distribution, the leading independent distributor for both physical and digital music around the world. Their retailers in the U.S. include chains such as Best Buy, Borders, f.y.e. and independent stores throughout the country. Redeye also exports records to Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia, and provides a digital distribution service that delivers content to iTunes, eMusic, Rhapsody and many other digital music stores. Redeye currently distributes such labels as Daptone Records, Alive Records, Bella Union Records, Revelation Records and artist such as Widespread Panic, The Donnas, Sun Public Enemy and Au Revoir Simone.
The CD will be made available in stores and on-line during Caribbean Heritage Month this month, with a series of promotional activities taking place during Caribbean Week in New York.
Kevin Lyttle (St. Vincent & The Grenadines) - whose hit song ‘Turn Me On’ reached # 4 on the U.S. charts and # 2 on the UK charts, while his self titled album reached # 8 in the U.S. and was RIAA certified Gold; Dollarman (Grenada) who is the featured artist on the songs ‘Rock this Party’ and ‘Soundz of Freedom’ - both reached # 1 on the Billboard Dance Chart; and Lazo (Dominica) who won a Juno Award in 2000 for Best Reggae Recording for ‘Heart and Soul, are among a number of respected Caribbean musicians featured on a new compilation CD entitled ‘Love the Music’.
The project is the result of a strategic partnership between the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and Ryff Music, with part of the proceeds going to the CTO scholarship programme, the CTO Foundation.
Also included in the line up are: Singing Melody (Jamaica) whose single ‘Want You Back’, reached #3 on the New York Reggae Top 30 and #1 on the Star Top 40; Natural Black (Guyana) who has had several hits including ‘Far From Reality’ and ‘Nice It Nice’; Kamau Georges (British Virgin Islands) one of the BVI’s most talented artist and producers; KB (Bahamas) one of the Bahamas most popular artist; Dudley (Bermuda) whose song ‘Bermudian Gal’ was a big radio hit and still enjoys radio play on Bermuda’s Hot 107.5’s; Aloe Blacc (Panamanian) whose song ‘I Need a Dollar’ is the theme song for the HBO hit show ‘How to Make it in America’; and Fae Simon (Carriacou and Jamaica), the UK’s upcoming artist. Producers who contributed to the project include Albert ‘Dvo’ Desilva (Guyana), Herbert Alexander (USVI), Kamau George (BVI), Max Tannone (USA) and several other talented Caribbean musicians.
In addition to the 12 full length songs on the album, there will be a bonus ‘Love the Mix’ CD produced by DJ Chigga featuring a variety of local Caribbean artist who submit their music on-line at www.ryffmusic.com.
The project will be distributed through Redeye distribution, the leading independent distributor for both physical and digital music around the world. Their retailers in the U.S. include chains such as Best Buy, Borders, f.y.e. and independent stores throughout the country. Redeye also exports records to Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia, and provides a digital distribution service that delivers content to iTunes, eMusic, Rhapsody and many other digital music stores. Redeye currently distributes such labels as Daptone Records, Alive Records, Bella Union Records, Revelation Records and artist such as Widespread Panic, The Donnas, Sun Public Enemy and Au Revoir Simone.
The CD will be made available in stores and on-line during Caribbean Heritage Month this month, with a series of promotional activities taking place during Caribbean Week in New York.
CTO 2010 Travel Writer/Photographer of the Year Awards announced
NEW YORK, NY (June 14, 2010) – The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) today announced the winners of its 2010 Travel Writer/ Photographer of the Year awards.
Peter Jon Lindberg of Travel + Leisure was the Writer of the Year winning the Best in Show award for his piece entitled ‘Small Wonder: St. Lucia Redefines the Caribbean Vacation.” Lindberg’s article was also voted Best Feature Article in a Consumer Magazine – USA. The award for Best Photography – USA went to Bob Friel of Caribbean Travel + Life for his ‘Nature Meets Nurture’ photograph of a waterfall in Dominica.
The various winners received their awards today at a luncheon attended by Ministers, Commissioners and Directors of Tourism and senior tourism officials. The CTO Chairman, Hon. John Maginley presented the ‘Best in Show’ award to Lindberg, while the CTO Secretary General Hugh Riley presented the remaining awards.
The CTO Travel Writer/ Photographer of the Year awards are part of the CTO Worldwide Travel Writer/Photographer Awards Programme and was created to reward writers and photographers for their excellence in covering Caribbean tourism.
The following are the award categories and winners:
Best Feature Article in a Consumer Magazine - USA
Peter Jon Lindberg
Travel + Leisure
“Small Wonder: St. Lucia Redefines the Caribbean Vacation”
Best Feature Article in a Consumer Newspaper
Michael Nassar
NY Daily News
“Ultimate Caribbean: The New Yorker’s Guide to the Best of the Islands”
Best Feature Article in a Trade Publication
Joe Pike
Travel Agent
“The New Jamaica”
Best Photography -USA
Bob Friel
Caribbean Travel + Life
“Nature Meets Nurture”
Best Feature - Caribbean Media
Felicia Persaud
CaribbeanWorldNews.com
“Rastafarian Turns St. Maarten Hillside into Organic Farm”
Best Feature Broadcast - USA
ABC
“Scrubbs”
“My Soul on Fire” filmed in the Bahamas
Best in Show
Peter Jon Lindberg
Travel + Leisure
“Small Wonder: St. Lucia Redefines the Caribbean Vacation”
Peter Jon Lindberg of Travel + Leisure was the Writer of the Year winning the Best in Show award for his piece entitled ‘Small Wonder: St. Lucia Redefines the Caribbean Vacation.” Lindberg’s article was also voted Best Feature Article in a Consumer Magazine – USA. The award for Best Photography – USA went to Bob Friel of Caribbean Travel + Life for his ‘Nature Meets Nurture’ photograph of a waterfall in Dominica.
The various winners received their awards today at a luncheon attended by Ministers, Commissioners and Directors of Tourism and senior tourism officials. The CTO Chairman, Hon. John Maginley presented the ‘Best in Show’ award to Lindberg, while the CTO Secretary General Hugh Riley presented the remaining awards.
The CTO Travel Writer/ Photographer of the Year awards are part of the CTO Worldwide Travel Writer/Photographer Awards Programme and was created to reward writers and photographers for their excellence in covering Caribbean tourism.
The following are the award categories and winners:
Best Feature Article in a Consumer Magazine - USA
Peter Jon Lindberg
Travel + Leisure
“Small Wonder: St. Lucia Redefines the Caribbean Vacation”
Best Feature Article in a Consumer Newspaper
Michael Nassar
NY Daily News
“Ultimate Caribbean: The New Yorker’s Guide to the Best of the Islands”
Best Feature Article in a Trade Publication
Joe Pike
Travel Agent
“The New Jamaica”
Best Photography -USA
Bob Friel
Caribbean Travel + Life
“Nature Meets Nurture”
Best Feature - Caribbean Media
Felicia Persaud
CaribbeanWorldNews.com
“Rastafarian Turns St. Maarten Hillside into Organic Farm”
Best Feature Broadcast - USA
ABC
“Scrubbs”
“My Soul on Fire” filmed in the Bahamas
Best in Show
Peter Jon Lindberg
Travel + Leisure
“Small Wonder: St. Lucia Redefines the Caribbean Vacation”
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