Who We Are
Caribbean International Cultural Association
(CICA)
United in Service to the Charlotte Community and the Caribbean Community Worldwide
The Caribbean International Cultural Association (CICA) was founded in 1999 by individuals of Caribbean heritage and currently operates as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. The organization is driven by its mission: “United in Service to the Charlotte Community and the Caribbean Community worldwide.” The work that CICA does in the community centers around its main goals of promoting educational attainment, providing or supporting humanitarian efforts and promoting Caribbean culture.
What We Do
Educational ScholarshipsExpand educational opportunities by providing scholarships annually to children of Caribbean heritage who are residents of the Charlotte metropolitan area.
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Community OutreachProvide humanitarian services to vulnerable individuals and families in need.
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Promote Caribbean CulturePromote Caribbean culture throughout the Americas and showcase Caribbean artists, music and culturally-diverse activities.
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Congratulations to our 2023-2024 Board Members!
PRESIDENT: MYLENE MATTHEWS-MANZANO (ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES), VICE PRESIDENT: JACKLYN MICHAEL (ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA), TREASURER: MEURENE FORSYTHE (GRENADA),
PUBLIC RELATIONS: DECIMA A. MICHAEL (USA & ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA) , SECRETARY: DR. LEONARD HUGGINS (ST. KITTS AND NEVIS), ASSISTANT SECRETARY: LESLIE STRAKER (ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES)
PUBLIC RELATIONS: DECIMA A. MICHAEL (USA & ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA) , SECRETARY: DR. LEONARD HUGGINS (ST. KITTS AND NEVIS), ASSISTANT SECRETARY: LESLIE STRAKER (ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES)