Registered Charity · No. 1207355

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.

Established1995·London-based
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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.

Heritage

Preserving Guyanese culture and celebrating it across the UK.

Youth leadership

Empowering the next generation through leadership and opportunity.

Sustainable development

Building bridges between the UK and Guyana and strengthening communities.

Our history

  1. 1995

    Founded as the Guyana Charity Ball.

  2. 2004

    Formally constituted as the Guyana UK Sports Development Association.

  3. 2017

    Renamed the Guyana UK Social Development Association, keeping the GUSDA name.

  4. 2024

    Registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation.

1995
Founded
UK · Guyana
Connecting two nations
1207355
Registered charity
GUSDA community members

Membership

Belong to
Something Bigger.

Join a growing community celebrating Guyanese heritage, building meaningful connections and creating opportunities across the UK. Free to join, no commitment.

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Community Voices

Stories that
inspire.

Dr Sherry Ann Dixon

London, UK

Dr Sherry Ann Dixon

From Guyana to Global Icon: Dr Sherry Ann Dixon Receives Global Icon Award 2026

We proudly announce Dr Sherry Ann Dixon as a recipient of the Hair Roots and Culture Global Icon Award 2026. Dr Sherry Ann Dixon is a transformational coach, journalist, motivational speaker and powerful advocate for women's empowerment. As the Founder of @womenonthecrossroads, she has created a platform dedicated to uplifting, educating and inspiring women around the world. Through her work, she has encouraged women to find their voice, recognise their worth and step confidently into their purpose. Dr Sherry is also the visionary behind AWESOME YOU and BE AWESOME, creating inspirational platforms that encourage personal growth, confidence and positive transformation. Her signature AWESOME YOU events launched in London's Hilton and Holiday Inn, and her BE AWESOME tour sold out at the Guyana Marriott in 2019. Her influence reaches far beyond her professional achievements. She has consistently used her voice, experience and platform to open doors, create opportunities and inspire others to believe in what is possible. Her accolades include - Divas of Colour Lifetime Achievement Award, -Mayor of London Peace Award, -100 Most Influential Black Women in the UK, -International Icon Award. We believe it is important to recognise those who have made an impact, built legacies and continue to inspire the next generation. On October 28th, we honour the woman, the journey, the vision and the global impact. DR SHERRY ANN DIXON - GLOBAL ICON AWARD 2026 We honour her. We celebrate her. We recognise her impact. Congratulations, Dr Sherry Ann Dixon. Founder: Women on the Crossroads Platforms: Awesome You, Be Awesome

Latest

News.

Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed Comes to London This October
Culture, Events

Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed Comes to London This October

Guyanese producer and actress Ingrid Griffith brings her one-woman show about trailblazing politician Shirley Chisholm to the Bernie Grant Arts Centre, Tottenham, from 9 to 11 October. Use code SHIRLEY for limited free tickets to Friday's performance.

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GUSDA Launches Youth Skills Empowerment Initiative with Hands United for Humanity
Youth, GUSDA, 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.

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GUSDA Launches Inaugural TC Baynes Dominoes Shield at Guyana Family Sports & Fun Day 2025
Events

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.

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GUSDA Members 2026

Leadership

Our Leadership

The trustees who guide GUSDA's mission and safeguard its future.

Mala Bheem-Solomon, Chairperson / Trustee

Mala Bheem-Solomon

Chairperson / Trustee

Coreen Carberry, Secretary / Trustee

Coreen Carberry

Secretary / Trustee

Arlene Sampson, Assistant Secretary / Trustee

Arlene Sampson

Assistant Secretary / Trustee

Tafawa Ntune, Treasurer / Trustee

Tafawa Ntune

Treasurer / Trustee

Natalie Boston, Assistant Treasurer / Trustee

Natalie Boston

Assistant Treasurer / Trustee

Sheryl Hodge, Organising Secretary / Trustee

Sheryl Hodge

Organising Secretary / Trustee

Orin Alexander, Committee Member / Trustee

Orin Alexander

Committee Member / Trustee

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