Georgetown : The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs last evening held its annual interfaith service at the Umana Yana, Kingston to usher in Amerindian Heritage month.
Heritage month, this year will be celebrated under theme “Our Culture, Our Heritage, Our Life: A Fusion of Indigenous Diversity”.
Prayers and songs were done from religious leaders of the Bahai’, Muslim, Hindu and Catholic faiths.
September is designated as heritage month in recognition of the sacrifices and contributions of Guyana’s first inhabitants, the Amerindians.
The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs has planned a series of activities to celebrate this month.
The grand launch of Amerindian Heritage Month will be held this afternoon at the Amerindian Village, Sophia, with an exhibition showcasing food and craft made by the Amerindians.
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