Dr. Monica Sanchez Miss Caricom Int'l Foundation CIP INC, New City, NY (2026)

Ambassador Dr. Monica Sanchez, Founder of United Nations Accredited NGO MCIF since 2004, Author of the Book Child of a Child, a human rights and gender equality activist and advocate for rural and marginalize communities globally, especially women and girls, with a focus on the UN SDGs through EDUCATION with Justice for all. She has a Criminal Justice Degree, a Law Enforcement degree, a Business Administrative degree, a PhD in Education along with a few other qualifications under her belt. Retired as a New York State Correction Office who perversely work at one of Americas largest Law Firms, COUDERT BROTHERS in New York City for more than 9 years and also drove an ARMOR trailer and a NEW YORK CITY BUS, her work experiences has allow her the advantage to interact with society on every level . Now her focus is advocating at the United Nations for marginalized communities worldwide. Her NGO has foot on the ground in over a dozen countries and she has traveled to 69 countries met and interact with Commanders and Chiefs of Armed Forces, Heads of State, Presidents, Kings ,Queens, Dignitaries and Marginalized People from very poor communities. Nelson Mandela, the ZULU KING GOODWILL and her mentor and patriot of her foundation Mr. Her outreach programs involve Education on Human Rights Awareness, Health and Wellness Awareness, Equal Justice Awareness. Under her commission UNESCO INSTITUE OF FASHION EDUCATION, she teaches life skills to people who do not qualify for higher education and this program has a success rate of graduating over 250,000 students to date. She was born a native of the Caricom Country Republic of Guyana, formally known as British Guyana home of Secretariat to Caricom. Ena Subryan her 12-year-old mother left her with her grandmother Virginia Subryan, where she spent the first 7 years of her life under the loving care and nurturing of her grandparents who taught her about GOD and expose her to the importance of education, instilling in her that this is the key that can open all doors. At the age of 9 years old her life changes drastically and she became homeless. Some of her life’s journey is documented in her book a” Child of a Child” which is on amazon. Her real-life experience of the issues she so passionately advocates for has earned her many Honors, Awards and Recognition from Civic, City, State and Federal officials. She was inducted into the Madison Whose Who and the Successful African American Whose who, along with many TV, Radio and News Publications. On the United Nations Platform, she has over a two-dozen written and in personal statements about these topics she tirelessly advocates for. Among her many programs she promotes are the DANNY GLOVER POWER OF DREAMS AWARD, THE PEACE AWARD and the UN NGO PLATINUM WHO’S WHO AWARD. Her NGO celebration 20 years in 2024 the Miss Caricom International Foundation CIP INC can be found on all social media platform ad the websites are www.miosscaricom.org and www.misscaricomfoundation.com her contact number is 1-646-606-6210 and her email is mcifceo@gmail.com

02/13/2026

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February 12, 2026 | New York Fashion Week | New York City
United Nations Accredited NGO MCIF Presents Platinum Who’s Who Award to Designer Prashant Goya
The United Nations Accredited NGO Miss Caricom International Foundation (MCIF) proudly presented the prestigious Platinum Who’s Who Award to internationally acclaimed designer Prashant Goya during Fashion Week NYC on February 12, 2026.
The award was presented in recognition of Goya’s outstanding leadership, cultural advocacy, and more than 20 years of influence in the global fashion industry. The ceremony took place before an audience hundreds of fashion leaders, cultural ambassadors, media representatives, and distinguished guests, highlighting the powerful connection between fashion, heritage, and humanitarian values.
Prashant Goya, a New York–based fashion designer, producer, and cultural advocate, is the Founder of Heritage India Fashions and Producer of International Heritage Fashion Week. He is widely respected for blending traditional Indian craftsmanship with modern couture, creating collections that honor artisans while bringing heritage techniques to global runways.
His work has been featured in Vogue, Elle, and Harper’s Bazaar, and he is also a recipient of a Global Leadership Award at the United Nations for championing artisans, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting cross-cultural storytelling through fashion.
In presenting the award, MCIF leadership acknowledged Goya’s dedication to empowering artisan communities and elevating cultural narratives through design. His vision reflects MCIF’s mission to promote empowerment, cultural diplomacy, and global unity through the arts.
The MCIF Platinum Who’s Who Award recognizes individuals whose professional excellence aligns with humanitarian values and international collaboration. Prashant Goya’s work stands as a testament to fashion’s ability to bridge cultures, uplift communities, and inspire future generations.The designer also recieve THE DANNY GLOVER POWER OF DREAMS AWARD and the UNESCO CULTURAL EDUCATION AWARD
About MCIF
Miss Caricom International Foundation (MCIF) is a United Nations Accredited NGO committed to youth leadership, cultural empowerment, humanitarian outreach, and global advocacy initiatives that improve the quality of life worldwide.
For media inquiries:
Miss Caricom International Foundation (MCIF)
Email: misscip@gmail.com
Website: www.misscaricom.org�
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