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2025 Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn

byKayla Thompson
June 2, 2025


Parade-goers take over the streets of Brooklyn for the annual Guyana Independence Parade on Sunday, June 1, 2025, in New York City. This year’s event is dedicated to Adriana Younge, an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests.

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A person holds a poster for Adriana Younge as they participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City. This year’s parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge’s memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: A person holds a poster for Adriana Younge as they participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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A person holds a poster for Adriana Younge as they participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: Correction Officers join others in participating in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is being dedicated to the memory of Adriana Younge. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Labor Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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Correction Officers join others in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: A person holds a poster for Adriana Younge as they participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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A person holds a poster for Adriana Younge as they participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 01: People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 01, 2025 in New York City. This year's parade, which also includes an afternoon of food and celebrations, is dedicated to Adriana Younge's memory. Younge was an 11-year-old Guyanese girl whose death sparked national protests and international outcry over allegations that officials with the government were involved in a cover-up. The Brooklyn Independence celebration is the largest Guyanese celebration outside of Guyana and one of the largest West Indian celebrations in New York City, following the West Indian American Day Parade. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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People participate in the annual Guyana Independence Parade in Brooklyn on June 1, 2025, in New York City.



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Kayla Thompson is a dedicated journalist and writer with a passion for capturing the essence of New York. Her work spans a diverse range of topics, from the state’s vibrant cultural scene to its complex social and environmental issues. Based in Manhattan, Kayla has become known for her in-depth reporting and engaging storytelling that bring the many facets of New York to life.
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