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.
What's Next
Upcoming Events

Cultural
Guyana SPEAKS: Ian McDonald - A Life Remembered

Food & Drink
MJ Tastes & Vibes: Caribbean Sundays - Jamaican & Guyanese Flavours

Music
Boxing Night - 90's meets 2026
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
1995
Founded as the Guyana Charity Ball.
2004
Formally constituted as the Guyana UK Sports Development Association.
2017
Renamed the Guyana UK Social Development Association, keeping the GUSDA name.
2024
Registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation.

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.
Community Voices
Stories that
inspire.

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
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.

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.

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





