Island Girls Rock podcast celebrates women of Caribbean heritage and is dedicated to supporting and showcasing Caribbean culture through fostering cultural connections and championing collaborative opportunities between women of the Caribbean and its Diaspora.
Our mission is simple, and that is to encourage Caribbean women of all ages to creatively express themselves in a safe and welcoming environment whilst nurturing and encouraging pride in their unique talents and perspectives . Committed to the growth and empowerment of women across the Caribbean, Island Girls Rock, aims to build a global platform to facilitate diaspora collaborations , build networks and provide mentorship and inspiration through immersive events, workshops and meet-ups .
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Island Girls Rock podcast celebrates women of Caribbean heritage and is dedicated to supporting and showcasing Caribbean culture through fostering cultural connections and championing collaborative opportunities between women of the Caribbean and its Diaspora.
Our mission is simple, and that is to encourage Caribbean women of all ages to creatively express themselves in a safe and welcoming environment whilst nurturing and encouraging pride in their unique talents and perspectives . Committed to the growth and empowerment of women across the Caribbean, Island Girls Rock, aims to build a global platform to facilitate diaspora collaborations , build networks and provide mentorship and inspiration through immersive events, workshops and meet-ups .
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This episode arrives a little later than usual because we chose to pause, to organise ourselves for relief efforts, and to honour and share the work that communities and organisations across the Caribbean and diaspora are doing to support those affected by the passage of Hurricane Melissa.
In this conversation, recorded on September 16, 2025, we speak with Senator Janelle K. Sarauw of the U.S. Virgin Islands. During our discussion, she reflects on her first term which began after two Category 5 hurricanes devastated the islands. After much consideration, we decided to keep this part of the conversation in as it naturally occurred because it shows the resilience of our people and reminds us of how we continue to rebuild with hope.
Senator Sarauw shares her journey from the classroom to the Legislature, her experiences showing up authentically in leadership spaces, and her work advocating for youth, culture, and the environment. Her story is a reminder that strength and leadership take many forms, and that showing up as yourself can be a powerful act of service.
If you are looking for ways to support Caribbean communities at this time, these are the organisations we are aligning with in our relief efforts: Girls Care JA and White Ribbon UK for Jamaica, and in Haiti - Hope for Haiti and Haiti Air Ambulance, all doing vital work to support those most affected.
If this episode resonates with you, we would love for you to rate, review, and share it with a friend, so others can be inspired by Senator Sarauw’s story of leadership, resilience, and authenticity.
Connect with Senator Janelle K. Sarauw:
Website: www.janelleksarauw.com
Instagram: @jksarauw
Visit our website: islandgirlsrock.com
Connect with us on Instagram: @igr_love
This podcast is produced by Island Girls Chantal Miller & BreAnna Holmes
Edited by Island Girl BreAnna Holmes
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