Sydney Allicock
Sydney Allicock is a topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. Since its emergence until today, Sydney Allicock has generated great interest and debate in society. With diverse opinions and conflicting positions, this topic has been the protagonist of numerous studies, investigations and analyses. From its origins to its evolution, Sydney Allicock has left a significant mark on history and has influenced various aspects of daily life. In this article, we will thoroughly explore Sydney Allicock and analyze its impact on modern society.
Sydney Allicock | |
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.jpg) Allicock in 2016 | |
| Vice President of Guyana | |
| In office May 2015 – August 2020 | |
| President | David A. Granger |
| Minister of Indigenous Peoples' Affairs | |
| In office May 2015 – August 2020 | |
| Succeeded by | Pauline Campbell-Sukhai |
| Toshao of Annai | |
| In office 1989–1994 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | c. 1954 North Rupununi, Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo, British Guiana |
| Nationality |  Guyanese |
| Political party | Guyana Action Party (since 2001) |
| Other political affiliations | People's National Congress (1989-2001) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Sydney Charles Allicock (born c.1954) is a Guyanese politician. He was minister of Indigenous People's Affairs in Guyana from 2015-2020, and was vice-president of Guyana from 2015-2020.
Career
Allicock was born in North Rupununi, Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo region. he was elected Toshao (chief) of the Annai, in Region No. Nine, the North Rupununi in 1989. He is currently the chairman of the North Rupununi District Development Board.
His father was one of the founders of the Iwokrama International Centre for Rain Forest Conservation and Development and Allicock has been one of the key tutors in their training program.
He pioneered Amerindian Heritage Day, which was later adopted as a national event.
From May 2015 to August 2020, he served as Minister of Indigenous Peoples' Affairs and one of the vice presidents in the cabinet of David A. Granger representing the Guyana Action Party.
Recognition
In 2010, Allicock was the recipient of the Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence for his public service work.
He received the Responsible Tourism Showcase Award from the US Educational Travel Conference, New Orleans, in 2009.
In 2020, Sydney Allicock Highway was commissioned and named in his honor. The highway runs through the Rupununi, starting from Central Lethem and running through Hiawa, Nappi and Parashara.
References
- ^ "Time to move on and develop Annai, Allicock says". Stabroek News. 13 May 2012.
- ^ "Hon. Sydney C. Allicock". Parliament of Guyana. Retrieved 9 May 2021.
- ^ a b "Sydney Allicock". Ansa Caribbean Awards. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
Sydney Allicock was 55 in 2010.
- ^ Alleyne, Oluwatoyin (25 March 2012). "New faces in Parliament". Stabroek News.
- ^ a b Issue 106, Raymond Ramcharitar | (2010-11-01). "Sydney Allicock: the man from Iwokrama". Caribbean Beat Magazine. Retrieved 2021-01-05.
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- ^ a b "Sydney Allicock". ANSA Caribbean Awards for Excellence. Retrieved 2021-01-05.
- ^ a b c "Bio" (PDF). guyanaembassy-kuwait.com.
- ^ http://parliament.gov.gy/about-parliament/parliamentarian/sydney-c-allicock/
- ^ "Sydney Allicock". ANSA Caribbean Awards for Excellence. Archived from the original on 9 January 2021. Retrieved 2021-05-05.
- ^ "Sydney Allicock Highway commissioned". Guyana Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-01-05.