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Eric McLaren Phillips is a Guyanese-American reparations advocate, and former White House Fellow known for his work in advocating for racial equality and reparations for Chattel Slavery. Phillips is a leading voice in addressing the historical injustices of Afro-Descendants and is a prominent figure in various international forums discussing Reparations for Slavery and Colonialism.
Early Life and Education[edit]
Eric McLaren Phillips was born on October 19, 1952, in Dundee, Mahaicony, Guyana, where he spent his early years before moving to Canada and the United States to pursue higher education. Phillips graduated with a B.S. in 1976 from McMaster University in Canada and an MBA. in 1983 from New York University.
Career, Advocacy and Public Speaking[edit]
Phillips' career is marked by his appointment as a White House Fellows during the presidency of George H.W. Bush in 1990-1991.[1][2]
Following his fellowship, Phillips became increasingly involved in issues related to racial inequalities and the legacy of Chattel Slavery. He is an active participant in discussions and symposiums globally, advocating for reparations and addressing the impacts of Colonialism. Phillips advocacies focus on the need for justice and reparations for Afro-Descendants.[3][4][5][6][7]
As a speaker, Phillips has contributed to various international platforms, including the African Diaspora International Organisation (AIDO), where he spoke about leadership and the diaspora's role in global development.[8] He also participated in significant symposiums such as the Caribbean Reparations and Colonialism Symposium, contributing to the discourse on colonial legacy and the push for reparative justice.[7]
Phillips' advocacy extends to being a vocal supporter of reparations, participating in numerous panels and interviews where he discusses the need for acknowledging the historical and ongoing impacts of slavery. His efforts coincide with growing global support for reparations, as noted by several news outlets and international discussions.[9][10][11][6]
References[edit]
- ^ "Appointment of the 1990 - 91 White House Fellows | The American Presidency Project". www.presidency.ucsb.edu. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ Reece, Maggie (2014-10-08). "Guyanese born Eric Phillips named in the 1990-91 list of White House Fellows by President George H. W. Bush". Guyana Graphic. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Eric Phillips wrote an extremely informative and instructive letter - Guyana Chronicle". guyanachronicle.com. 2024-03-12. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Eric Phillips | Racial inequalities and reparation in Guyana". jamaica-gleaner.com. 2022-07-17. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Family of former British PM apologises for links to slavery". Al Jazeera. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ a b "Descendants of a British owner of slaves in Guyana apologize as Caribbean nation seeks reparations". AP News. 2023-08-25. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ a b Editions, Special (2023-12-15). "Breaking Boundaries: Milestones & Momentum at the Caribbean Reparations and Colonialism Symposium". The Daily Herald. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Chief Eric Phillips". Aido International Network. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ Demony, Catarina (2024-04-13). "Slavery tribunal? Africa and Caribbean unite on reparations". The Japan Times. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Slavery: 'Now is the time' for King Charles to apologise for monarchy's role in brutal trade, campaigners say". Sky News. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Africa, Caribbean nations join forces to demand slavery reparations – The North Africa Post". Retrieved 2024-05-05.