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About Kanuku Forum
Grounding Guyanese social and political discourse from the citizen's perspective.
- Publisher
- Kanuku Forum
- Category
- news
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 3 Jun 2020
- Latest episode
- 13 Apr 2021
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13 Apr 2021
S2 | E5 - Analyzing the Guyana 2020 Election Crisis
The Guyana 2020 election was met with allegations of electoral fraud. It raised questions on the organization of GECOM to legal matters pertaining to its obligations in face of public distrust. With worldwide coverage throughout the 6 months ordeal of stalled results in the midst of a global pandemic, Guyana was undergoing a strange but despairing unfolding. In this episode, Robert Cuffy, Michael Philander and Ferlin Pedro engage in dialogue to reflect on the events that led to the Guyana 2020 election crisis. They interrogate whether the electoral system needs reform, and if so what would that entail; the role of the electorate in encouraging constitutional reform; the status of Guyanese society regarding its political conditions; and what the citizens of Guyana should do to demand better politics. ___ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
30 Oct 2020
S1 | E4 | P2 - Mental Health in Guyana: Historical and Legal Considerations
Season 1 | Episode 4 | Part 2 of 2 Episode Title: Mental Health in Guyana Part 2: History of mental health in Guyana, legal and social challenges, and recommendations. In this fourth episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Ramona Chanderballi (Medical Professional), Terrence Isaacs (Mental Health Advocate), and Alessandra Hereman (Social Activist), help us to understand why mental health is important. According to The Borgen Project (https://borgenproject.org/7-facts-about-mental-health-in-guyana/), an NGO working on the fight against global poverty, among other things, Guyana has several challenges to confront in the domain of psychological well-being, four of which profoundly affect the social development prospects of the country. These are: Poverty Lack of resources/facilities Social stigma towards mental health/illness Shortage of psychology or psychiatry professionals in the country The discussion explores what exactly is mental health, what are the current deficiencies in Guyanese society that risks an escalation of mental illnesses, what sorts of mental illnesses that are common, what we can do for our own mental well-being, and government's role in combating against the surge of mental disorders affecting many Guyanese. ~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
29 Oct 2020
S1 | E4 | P1 - Mental Health in Guyana: Understanding Mental Health
Season 1 | Episode 4 | Part 1 of 2 Episode Title: Mental Health in Guyana Part 1: Defining mental health, understanding mental illnesses, and listening to vulnerable groups of people such as LGBTQ folks. In this fourth episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Ramona Chanderballi (Medical Professional), Terrence Isaacs (Mental Health Advocate), and Alessandra Hereman (Social Activist), help us to understand why mental health is important. According to The Borgen Project (https://borgenproject.org/7-facts-about-mental-health-in-guyana/), an NGO working on the fight against global poverty, among other things, Guyana has several challenges to confront in the domain of psychological well-being, four of which profoundly affect the social development prospects of the country. These are: Poverty Lack of resources/facilities Social stigma towards mental health/illness Shortage of psychology or psychiatry professionals in the country The discussion explores what exactly is mental health, what are the current deficiencies in Guyanese society that risks an escalation of mental illnesses, what sorts of mental illnesses that are common, what we can do for our own mental wellbeing, and government's role in combating against the surge of mental disorders affecting many Guyanese. ~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
31 Aug 2020
S1 | E3 | P2 - COVID-19: Impact on the Economy
Season 1 | Episode 3 | Part 2 of 2 Episode Title: COVID-19: Impact on Public Health and the Economy In this third episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Ramona Chanderballi (Medical Professional), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Richard Rambarran (Lecturer of Economics), help us to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected Guyana and its economy. Did Guyana make some mistakes in tackling the pandemic? What lessons can we take away given all we know about the deadly virus? Is there room for economic recovery? What can government do to aid those in need? These and more. Our moderator is political commentator and blogger, Ferlin Pedro. ~~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
31 Aug 2020
S1 | E3 | P1 - COVID-19: Impact on Public Health
Season 1 | Episode 3 | Part 1 of 2 Episode Title: COVID-19: Impact on Public Health and the Economy In this third episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Ramona Chanderballi (Medical Professional), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Richard Rambarran (Lecturer of Economics), help us to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected Guyana and its economy. Did Guyana make some mistakes in tackling the pandemic? What lessons can we take away given all we know about the deadly virus? Is there room for economic recovery? What can government do to aid those in need? These and more. Our moderator is political commentator and blogger, Ferlin Pedro. ~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
30 Jun 2020
S1 | E2 | P3 - (Extra) Socio-political Challenges to National Development
Season 1 | Episode 2 | Part 3 of 3 - (Extra Content) Socio-political Challenges to National Development In this second episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Jason Fraser (Economic Policy Analyst), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Robert Cuffy, (Prominent member of the Socialist Workers' Alliance), helps us to understand economic development in Guyana, including development policies that should be embraced in the coming decade of new domestic wealth. Our moderator is political commentator and blogger, Ferlin Pedro. ~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
30 Jun 2020
S1 | E2 | P2 - Human Development and the Oil Wealth
Season 1 | Episode 2 | Part 2 of 3 - Human Development and the Oil Wealth In this second episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Jason Fraser (Economic Policy Analyst), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Robert Cuffy, (Prominent member of the Socialist Workers' Alliance), helps us to understand economic development in Guyana, including development policies that should be embraced in the coming decade of new domestic wealth. Our moderator is political commentator and blogger, Ferlin Pedro. ~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
30 Jun 2020
S1 | E2 | P1 - Understanding Economic Development
Season 1 | Episode 2 | Part 1 of 3 - Understanding Economic Development In this second episode of Kanuku Forum, guests Jason Fraser (Economic Policy Analyst), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Robert Cuffy, (Prominent member of the Socialist Workers' Alliance), helps us to understand economic development in Guyana, including development policies that should be embraced in the coming decade of new domestic wealth. Our moderator is political commentator and blogger, Ferlin Pedro. ~ Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
3 Jun 2020
S1 | E1 | P4 - Election 2020, the Tabulation Process, and Looking Ahead
Season 1 | Episode 1 | Part 4 of 4 - Election 2020, the Tabulation Process, and Looking Ahead In this first episode of Kanuku Forum, young guests Twinkle Paul (LGBTQ+ Rights Activist), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Matthew Gaul (UG Finance Student), share their thoughts and lend their insights into the December 21st 2018 No Confidence Motion saga leading up to the issue of setting a date for the General and Regional Elections in Guyana to the eventual election itself which was held on March 2nd 2020 and the problems which stemmed from this election. Our moderator is Guyana's Socialist Workers Alliance representative, Robert Cuffy. This is Kanuku Forum, where we engage vibrant young Guyanese on political and social issues affecting Guyana. Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
3 Jun 2020
S1 | E1 | P3 - Election Fever, Election Process, and LGBT Voters
Season 1 | Episode 1 | Part 3 of 4 - Election Fever, Election Process, and LGBT Voters In this first episode of Kanuku Forum, young guests Twinkle Paul (LGBTQ+ Rights Activist), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Matthew Gaul (UG Finance Student), share their thoughts and lend their insights into the December 21st 2018 No Confidence Motion saga leading up to the issue of setting a date for the General and Regional Elections in Guyana to the eventual election itself which was held on March 2nd 2020 and the problems which stemmed from this election. Our moderator is Guyana's Socialist Workers Alliance representative, Robert Cuffy. This is Kanuku Forum, where we engage vibrant young Guyanese on political and social issues affecting Guyana. Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
3 Jun 2020
S1 | E1 | P2 - 'Fit n' Proppa', Election Timeline, and Issues with the OLE
Season 1 | Episode 1 | Part 2 of 4 - 'Fit n' Proppa', Election Timeline, and Issues with the OLE In this first episode of Kanuku Forum, young guests Twinkle Paul (LGBTQ+ Rights Activist), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Matthew Gaul (UG Finance Student), share their thoughts and lend their insights into the December 21st 2018 No Confidence Motion saga leading up to the issue of setting a date for the General and Regional Elections in Guyana to the eventual election itself which was held on March 2nd 2020 and the problems which stemmed from this election. Our moderator is Guyana's Socialist Workers Alliance representative, Robert Cuffy. This is Kanuku Forum, where we engage vibrant young Guyanese on political and social issues affecting Guyana. Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com. Note: This episode was originally recorded on May 17th 2020, and has been edited for a public audience. Sound Editor: F. Pedro.
3 Jun 2020
S1 | E1 | P1 - The Saga of the No Confidence Motion
Season 1 | Episode 1 | Part 1 of 4 - The Saga of the No Confidence Motion In this first episode of Kanuku Forum, young guests Twinkle Paul (LGBTQ+ Rights Activist), Michael Philander (Biologist), and Matthew Gaul (UG Finance Student), share their thoughts and lend their insights into the December 21st 2018 No Confidence Motion saga leading up to the issue of setting a date for the General and Regional Elections in Guyana to the eventual election itself which was held on March 2nd 2020 and the problems which stemmed from this election. Our moderator is Guyana's Socialist Workers Alliance representative, Robert Cuffy. This is Kanuku Forum, where we engage vibrant young Guyanese on political and social issues affecting Guyana. Kanuku Forum aims to ground Guyanese political discourse through meaningful and respectful exchanges among often unheard of guests that we think can offer us invaluable insights from their perspective. For our forum is centered on the citizen's perspective. Be sure to follow our page for more future episodes. We welcome questions or comments, or perhaps you've got a great conversation idea. Email us, and let's make the forum better at kanukuforumgy@outlook.com.
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