NEW YORK: This week Proposition 1 gained the support of Caribbean Chamber of Commerce, which joined the Houston Unites campaign as an official coalition partner.
“The Chamber is proud to represent the Caribbean Community and believes that all people should be respected and be treated equally, no matter what and where they came from,” said Sijollie Braham, President of the Chamber.
“This November, Houstonians have an opportunity to take charge and send a clear message: we embrace our international diversity.”
The Caribbean Chamber of Commerce’s support comes after Houston Unites Field Organizer Sissi Yado presented to the board and members in a special meeting. Following, the board voted unanimously in favor of supporting Proposition 1.
“Having a conversation with the Caribbean international community living and doing business in Houston has been a priority for our campaign,” said Sissi. “Representing 40 countries, the Caribbean Chamber of Commerce stepped up in their leadership capacity and sent a resounding message that HERO validates the identities of the Caribbean people and protects them from discrimination. The Caribbean Chamber’s unanimous vote in support of HERO is telling that protections like these are important to strengthening diverse business communities.”
The Caribbean Chamber of Commerce joins a growing number of Houston businesses and business leaders that have taken a stand in favor of Proposition 1 because they know the HERO works for business.
