by wearejouvert | Jun 18, 2025 | Community Voices, Cultural Leaders, Past Events
This June, the Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (CACCI) honored Yvette Rennie, President of J’Ouvert City International, for her decades of service to the Caribbean community and her tireless cultural advocacy. Under her leadership, J’Ouvert...
by wearejouvert | Jun 15, 2025 | Campaign News, Events
The countdown to J’Ouvert has officially begun. On Friday, August 2nd, J’Ouvert City International will host its 2025 J’Ouvert Launch , a free, family-friendly street fair featuring steelbands, mas, rhythm, music, face painting, and more. The event runs from 12PM to...
by wearejouvert | May 30, 2025 | Campaign News
As June is Caribbean Heritage Month, the 2025 J’Ouvert poster campaign makes its return with a renewed seasonal theme, Dawn the Opener, honoring the spirit of daybreak, tradition, and pride. This year’s first posters feature images captured by Keith Getter,...
by wearejouvert | Sep 18, 2024 | Community Voices, Parade Highlights, Past Events, Safety Updates
J’Ouvert 2024 succeeded as both a cultural celebration and a peaceful event, thanks to seamless coordination between community organizations, city agencies, and law enforcement. Through careful planning and quick responses throughout Labor Day Weekend,...
by wearejouvert | Sep 11, 2024 | Community Voices, Past Events, Safety Updates
J’Ouvert 2024 in Brooklyn was a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, bringing thousands of revelers to the streets for a day filled with music, creativity, and community spirit. This year’s success was a testament to months of careful planning by...
