Losing and Rediscovering My Roots and Cultural Identity
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Andre’s parents moved from Barbados to New York City to chase the American dream, leaving him with his grandparents. When he reunited with his parents in New York, they felt Andre’s best chance at success in the U.S. would be to assimilate, quickly. This meant eliminating any trace of his Caribbean identity. Listen to Andre’s story and be inspired!
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