The 2026 Young Caribbean Professionals Gala Night & Conference

Come join us at The Young Caribbean Professionals Conference to connect, learn, and grow with…
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Location
Delaware Historical Society
Date
Fri, June 5
Time
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Event Details

Date
Friday, June 5
Time
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location

Delaware Historical Society
505 Market street,
Wilmington, DE 19801

Event Type

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Come join us at The Young Caribbean Professionals Conference to connect, learn, and grow with fellow ambitious professionals!

Experience Two Days of Caribbean Excellence!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Young Caribbean Professionals Conference & Caribbean Excellence Gala Weekend — a dynamic two-day celebration of Caribbean leadership, culture, professional growth, and the next generation of changemakers.

This signature experience brings together Caribbean Consulates, diplomats, executives, students, entrepreneurs, educators, elected officials, and community leaders from across the region for powerful networking, leadership development, cultural celebration, and workforce empowerment opportunities.

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📅 Friday, June 5, 2026
Caribbean Excellence Gala
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📍 Delaware Historical Society – Old Town Hall
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Celebrate Caribbean excellence during an elegant evening of cultural performances, professional networking, Caribbean cuisine, distinguished guests, and the Caribbean Student Excellence Awards honoring outstanding student leaders making an impact in academics, healthcare, engineering, journalism, leadership, and community service.

The evening will proudly welcome representation from:
Consulate of Jamaica
Consulate General of Trinidad & Tobago
Consulate General of Guyana
Consulate General of Saint Lucia
Consulate General of Saint Kitts & Nevis

✨ Featured Caribbean Student Excellence Honorees:

🔬 Khajay Tyrell — Drexel University
School of Biomedical Engineering, Science & Health Systems
Honored for his commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and biomedical engineering excellence.

⚖️ Ivanis Gonzales — University of Delaware
Psychology Major · Legal Studies Minor · Incoming Senior
Recognized for her outstanding leadership, academic achievement, and dedication to community advancement.

💚 Rovan Humes II — Penn Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System 🇧🇸
DPT Student Physical Therapist
Recognized for his dedication to advancing physical therapy, patient care, and healthcare leadership through Penn Medicine.

🎤 Nyla Divine Watson — Delaware State University
Mass Communications · Journalism Focus · Rising Senior
Celebrated for her passion for storytelling, journalism, and amplifying Caribbean voices through media and communications.

💰 Pricing:
🎓 Students: FREE with code UNIVERSITY
🎟️ Non-students: $35 ($50 at the door)

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📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
Young Caribbean Professionals Conference
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📍 Delaware Historical Society – Copeland Hall
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

The Young Caribbean Professionals Conference will feature inspiring keynote speakers, professional development panels, career insights, mentorship opportunities, and impactful discussions designed to empower the next generation of Caribbean and diverse leaders.

🌟 Special Keynote Speaker:
Dr. George Fraser — internationally renowned entrepreneur, author, networking expert, and founder of FraserNet, recognized globally for his leadership in business, economic empowerment, and professional development within multicultural communities.

Conference topics include:
• STEM & Innovation
• Entrepreneurship & Finance
• Law & Government
• Healthcare & Wellness
• Agriculture & Sustainability
• Education & Leadership Development

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with professionals, executives, Caribbean Consular representatives, educators, and entrepreneurs while building meaningful relationships and expanding career opportunities.

🍽️ Caribbean food will be served on both days.

💰 Pricing:
🎓 Students: FREE with code UNIVERSITY
🎟️ Non-students: $35

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, celebrate Caribbean culture, and be inspired alongside professionals, students, dignitaries, and community leaders from across the Caribbean diaspora.

🌐 Register now and be part of the movement:
https://theycpconference.com/

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Parking

Willing Street,
Wilmington, DE
0.19 miles
815 Justison Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.96 miles

Food & Drink

421 North Market Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.03 miles
426 North Market Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.04 miles
627 Market Street,
Wilmington , DE 19801
0.09 miles
620 N. Market St. ,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.1 miles
703 N Market Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.11 miles
721 King Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.16 miles

Hotels

700 King St.,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.16 miles
1007 North Orange Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.37 miles
422 Delaware Avenue,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.41 miles
815 Justison Street,
Wilmington, DE 19801
0.96 miles