The presentation will also feature new Vice Chancellor of the UWI Sir Hilary Beckles, a noted economic historian and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Reparations Committee.
Glover, well known for his performances in movies like "'The Lethal Weapon" series, "The Color Purple", and "Predator 2", and television shows "ER" and "Brothers and Sisters" is an active supporter of various humanitarian and political causes. In 2005, he cofounded Louverture Films dedicated to the development and production of films of historical relevance, social purpose, commercial value and artistic integrity.
He has gained respect for wide- reaching community activism and philanthropic efforts with particular emphasis on advocacy for economic justice, access to healthcare and education services in the U.S. and Africa and has served as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador focussing on issues of disease, poverty and economic development in the Caribbean, Africa and Latin America.
Sir Hilary said that "Danny Glover has a lot of insights to offer not just in navigating the landscape of Hollywood as a black actor, but through his many experiences, travels and achievements, he has a perspective on so many issues that are relevant to Jamaica today and can inspire our students and faculty and the general population.
"Conversations with Danny Glover @ UWI" is a free-to-public "By Invitation" event. Please register to confirm your attendance.
Faculty of Law
UWI Mona Campus
Kingston 7, Saint Andrew
Jamaica
