Guyana UK Social Development Association (GUSDA)
Rooted in Guyanese heritage. Connected across the UK and worldwide.
We bring people together through heritage, youth leadership and sustainable community development.
Our Purpose
"More than an association.
A movement."
GUSDA exists to preserve Guyanese heritage, empower the next generation and build bridges between the UK and Guyana.
With 10+ events a year, there's always a way to take part.
Membership
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Something Bigger.
Join a growing community celebrating Guyanese heritage, building meaningful connections and creating opportunities across the UK. Start free — upgrade whenever you're ready.
Community Voices
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Latest
News.
GUSDA Launches Youth Skills Empowerment Initiative with Hands United for Humanity
GUSDA partners with Hands United for Humanity to launch YSEI — a 12-month community-based workforce development programme supporting 40 underserved youths across six Guyanese communities.
GUSDA Launches Inaugural TC Baynes Dominoes Shield at Guyana Family Sports & Fun Day 2025
GUSDA honours the late TC Baynes with the inaugural Dominoes Shield Tournament at the Guyana Family Sports & Fun Day on Sunday 27 July 2025. The knockout-style competition runs from 3pm at Croydon Sports Arena, with registration open via Eventbrite and places limited to 21 players.
GUSDA Folk Festival Celebrates Guyana's 59th Independence & GUSDA's 30th Anniversary in Grand Style
GUSDA's Annual Folk Festival on 25 May 2025 celebrated both Guyana's 59th Independence and GUSDA's 30th anniversary at a temporary venue in Norbury, London. The day featured traditional Guyanese food, cultural performances, a masquerade band and the GUSDA Diaspora Awards, with Guyana's High Commissioner Dr Rajendra Singh among the guests.
Leadership
Our Leadership
The trustees who guide GUSDA's mission and safeguard its future.
Mala Bheem-Solomon
Chairperson / Trustee
Coreen Carberry
Secretary / Trustee
Arlene Sampson
Assistant Secretary / Trustee
Tafawa Ntune
Treasurer / Trustee
Natalie Boston
Assistant Treasurer / Trustee
Sheryl Hodge
Organising Secretary / Trustee
Orin Alexander
Committee Member / Trustee
