Verene A. Shepherd

Verene A. Shepherd is a prominent historian and professor of social history at the University of the West Indies, Mona. She is widely recognized for her work on issues related to human rights, migration, and the historical experiences of Caribbean people. As chair of the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Shepherd advocates for restorative justice and equality for the Caribbean community. Her scholarship often addresses the legacies of colonialism and the ongoing impacts of the Windrush Scandal, making her a vital voice in discussions about race, identity, and heritage in the context of British-Caribbean relations.