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Adisa Andwele
Adisa ‘Aja’ Andwele is a Barbadian-born poet, writer, musician, producer of entertainment and cultural events, and cultural activist.
A product of post-independent Barbados, Aja’s works speak to ...view moreAdisa ‘Aja’ Andwele is a Barbadian-born poet, writer, musician, producer of entertainment and cultural events, and cultural activist.
A product of post-independent Barbados, Aja’s works speak to the dynamics of the island’s colonial history as well of other Caribbean territories—slavery, the struggle of African heritage to survive, and the pursuit of the region to overcome its colonial-inherited social and cultural malformations. Additionally, they reflect solidarity with people around the world who experienced a similar historical dynamic.
Born Michael Richards (1957) in Rock Hall, St. Thomas (the first Free Village in Barbados), in 1993, he legally changed his name and also aligned with some principals of Rastafari, which represent a resistance to the colonial images that were socialized within Caribbean consciousness.
In 2003, Aja transformed his poetry from the page and the stage in practical initiatives. This commenced his journey as a humanitarian, including recognition as a UNDP spokesperson for peace and poverty eradication.
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Tel: 917-797-9173view less