THE GLOBAL GOENKAR @1: Goans across globe greet The Global Goenkar

The first issue of The Global Goenkar which was published on June 18, 2022.

UK

REFRESHING, EXCITING 

TGG is a very refreshing and exciting section of The Goan newspaper which has connected Goans around the world recognising contributions of personalities and organisations.

Thanks to TGG for the vision of connecting Goans throughout the globe and bringing so many smiles and the pride we spread around the world. May it grow strength to strength. Thanks to Lui Godinho in the UK and the international team for their hard work.

Antonio Fernandes (FIH, London)

GREAT COVERAGE

TGG has provided great coverage for the Goan diaspora, connecting people from all walks of life with interesting personalities and giving individuals from different parts of the world to express their views, talents and achievements.

TGG has helped to bring tradition and culture of the Goan diaspora together. We have read some interesting articles which keep Goans all over the world connected. Keep up this good work. I hear very good reviews of TGG both from Goa and overseas. Let’s roll on to the second year.

Bella Fernandes (PR and Social Director, G.O.A. UK)

INSPIRES GOANS

TGG with a celebratory tone, nudges optimism, displays pathways and inspires the Goan community worldwide. It widens the feel of a Goan – exhibits a global connection. TGG reports individual achievements, community-enhancing initiatives and faith-based initiatives with a link to villages in Goa. Going forward, TGG continues to foster a commitment toward public interest innovations to protect the fabric of Goan communities. TGG propels Goan nostalgia alive with an intrinsic appeal for compassionate action, at times with proactive interventions to preserve the Goan ideals. TGG has invigorated the archetypal idiosyncrasies distinctive to a Goan element.

Fr Feroz Fernandes, sfx (Goan Chaplaincy, London)

VALUABLE SERVICE

Congratulations to TGG on reaching your newspaper's one-year anniversary! It is an incredible accomplishment that deserves recognition and celebration.

The fact that TGG has thrived for a year clearly shows that you have provided a valuable service to the community all over the globe. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to providing quality content and bridging the gap proves, undoubtedly your contribution to the success of your publication.

Your commitment to pushing through the challenges and providing Global news on the Goan diaspora that is not only relevant but showcases the multinational talent pool of our Goans who are pushing boundaries and punching above their weight is making a significant impact.

We believe that TGG has become a vital part of the community, connecting people with stories and events that they may not have otherwise known about. You have helped to inform, educate, and inspire your audience, and that is truly something to be proud of.

We look forward to seeing your newspaper continue to grow, and we wish you continued success in the years ahead. Congratulations again on your one-year anniversary!

Imtiyaz Shaikh (Deputy Mayor, Swindon) and Adorabelle Amaral-Shaikh (Councillor, Swindon)

FULFILLED ITS ROLE 

I have no doubt that TGG has more than fulfilled its role in reaching out to our Goans worldwide.

What a wonderful way in reaching out to each other and sharing news and views. I daresay readers must wait anxiously for each incoming issue.

Mervyn Maciel (London)

THANK YOU, TGG

Since I was first introduced to TGG, I find myself looking forward to it in my mailbox each week. It is a known fact that we Goans never lose our love and passion for our homeland. I for one am always energised by the great work my fellow Goenkars do wherever they choose to make their home. 

Thank you, TGG, for quenching my thirst for news about my compatriots from here, there and everywhere.

Rabi Martins (Councillor, Wartford)

MEMORABLE MILESTONE

Hearty congratulations on reaching the first anniversary of TGG. A memorable milestone indeed. TGG team and regular contributors like Lui Godinho in the UK have worked hard in reaching out to our Goan community across the globe. 

Certainly, this is a well-accomplished mission. People look forward to the weekend to read your online publication. Keep up the hard work.

Richard Fernandes (Finance Director G.O.A. UK)

VALUABLE SOURCE

Colva Union UK is privileged to extend heartfelt wishes to TGG on its anniversary. We are delighted with the weekly platform they provide, bringing together Goans residing in various corners of the world. Regardless of where you reside, TGG ensures that you stay informed about global happenings and serve as a valuable source of information for upcoming events allowing us all to stay connected and updated.

We therefore express our best wishes to TGG for continued success in the years ahead. On behalf of Colva Union UK, we wish them a prosperous future.

Saby Fernandes (President, Colva Union UK) 

CONNECTING GOANS

Congratulations on your first anniversary to everyone involved with TGG. My impression of TGG is that it is like a basket that gathers as many stories from across the globe relevant to the fellow Goan. 

TGG has truly lived up to its mission statement of connecting Goans and the Goan communities across the world. What TGG has done really well is publicising as many events around globally under one roof. It’s good that not just socials feature on the front page but all news that needs to be shared and/or celebrated. 

Sandra Fernandes-Allen (President, Navelim Union, UK)

UNIQUE WEEKLY

My heartiest congratulations to TGG on the first anniversary of its publication. It is a unique weekly which highlights news, events, achievements and lifestyles of Goans and Goan communities across the world. Surely, it is great to have a weekly like TGG which also helps connect the Goan diaspora globally. 

I love to read and to know what is happening globally among the Goan communities and TGG has it all on its Saturday issue.

TGG not only just helps in connecting Goans and Goan communities across the world but it gives us an opportunity to know, understand and learn so much from each other. TGG also helps in promoting all Goan communities globally. My best wishes to TGG.

Simon Varella (London)

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UAE

BRINGS GOANS CLOSER

I would like to thank TGG for getting us Goan across the globe closer to each other. Even though we are away from our country, we feel very connected to our Goa and Goan culture. Every Saturday, we wait and get to know what happens around the globe with our Goans.

According to me and all Goans who read TGG, this is the best thing to happen for us Goans. Despite living in different parts of the world, we are still deeply rooted to our Goa and get all the information about other Goans around the world.

I would like to thank all those involved in TGG and a big congratulations on completion of your first anniversary. I pray that you all have many more anniversaries and successes as the years go by. Congrats and God Bless.

Xavier Azavedo (Coordinator, St Michael Sharjah Goans Committee)

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AUSTRALIA

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED

TGG has definitely given me more of an insight into how Goans are adapting to their lives abroad in various countries but still maintaining the culture for most part. It’s very informative and gives one an idea of where our Goans are most active. Heartwarming to learn of all the activities that happen globally. Definitely mission accomplished by TGG.

Alan de Menezes (Melbourne)

GOOD, HONEST JOURNALISM

Goan journalism has writ large its history, something to be proud of. This is true of anywhere a Goan journalist has put pen to paper, fingers to the typewriter or voice to a tape. TGG pursues good and honest journalism.

With the Goan diaspora spread far and wide, news from home, and nostalgia about Goan pasts far and wide keep the hearts of migrants warm and connected. Congratulations to TGG!

Cyprian Fernandes (Veteran journalist, Sydney)

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BRAZIL

INTERESTING INITIATIVE

I have been receiving TGG regularly and this interesting weekly initiative helps me to keep abreast of Who is Who of Goans round the world. On reading an article on Goan Missionaries in the TGG some months back, I was able to contact Sr Rosalina Rebello doing missionary work in a far-off place in the State of Goiás in South Central Brazil. Sr Rosalina is from Curtorim, the land of my ancestors. Here is how TGG helped to connect and communicate. 

Dr Carlos Peres da Costa (MD, Ph.D, Recife, Brazil)

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USA

UNITING GOANS

Congratulations to TGG on its 1st anniversary. They undertook the task of uniting the Goan diaspora worldwide and knocked it out of the park. TGG has provided a great platform for global Goan communities to connect and share their successes. TGG has given us all a voice, highlighted our cultural contributions and struggles through ongoing stories and features. Keep up the amazing work. Mog Asun!

Joseph Lourenco (President, CalifornianGoans)

VALUABLE PLATFORM

TGG is a valuable platform for Goans worldwide to share their voice, learn about happenings in other parts of the globe, and created a global community. 

It has published timely articles that were representative of rich cultural identity, and diverse voices, covering lively topics such as community celebrations, innovations, entrepreneurship, historical diasporic movements, and pioneers. I congratulate the team on its first anniversary, and wish them all the very best!

Rowena Kay Mascarenhas (Boston)

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CANADA

LOVE READING TGG

TGG is a biggest source to connect us Goans all over the world and keeps us updated on what’s happening around our communities worldwide. And yes, I love reading TGG and sharing with others too. Thank you and keep it going TGG team.

Ashney Rebello (Celebrity chef, Vancouver)

REFRESHING JOURNALISM

TGG has successfully extended its reach globally to various Goan associations and has tried hard to highlight achievements of Goans across the world. They have kept us abreast of the past news and current developments in many Goan communities around the world, without which we would not have known about it.

I feel TGG is standing tall today after one year because it has truly lived up to its mission of connecting Goans and Goan communities across the world. For example, TGG wrote and published several articles about the Quebec Goan Association (QGA) about our history, our current and past events and gave us worldwide recognition. Many people who had not heard about our association now know about it. Even some friends are surprised to see the QGA in print and send us TGG to make sure that we have seen these articles.  

The QGA wishes every success to TGG which will keep all Goans connected by their refreshing journalism.

Blanche Da Costa (President, QGA Quebec)

EXCEPTIONAL WORK

The Goan Overseas Association (G.O.A) Vancouver has embarked on a captivating journey, traversing through the beautifully articulated weekly stories presented by TGG.

Our members hold a deep emotional longing to embrace their Goan roots and heritage, and TGG serves as the perfect conduit, connecting us with Goans worldwide!

The carefully curated articles and stories showcase how Goans are actively engaging with the broader community, fostering connections and building bridges.

We eagerly anticipate TGG as it evokes nostalgia and keeps us connected to Goans around the globe. Each read is an absolute delight!

G.O.A Vancouver extends its heartfelt gratitude to TGG and remains an unwavering admirer. Your exceptional work in keeping Goans connected through your stories is genuinely cherished. Please continue your outstanding work!

John Braganza (President, G.O.A. Vancouver)

UNIQUE INITIATIVE

TGG is a unique initiative and the first of its kind that has been consistent and provided the global community a platform to showcase its achievements.

TGG has far exceeded its mission of connecting us Goans. Would like to take this opportunity to thank the team leaders for their hard-work and resilience in the sustainability of this initiative, which has not only connected us virtually, but they made every attempt to meet community leaders during their visits to Goa to learn more about various initiatives undertaken around the globe.

Congratulations and thank you, TGG, for this amazing initiative and best wishes for many years to come in showcasing Goan communities across the world.

Selwyn Collaco (President, G.O.A. Toronto)

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PORTUGAL

SUCCEEDED IN MISSION

TGG has brought to light a wealth of remarkable achievements and appealing activities of Goans in the diaspora in a concise and readable form with ample and personalised photos. The highly commendable achievements of Goan communities globally and their activities in maintaining traditions would not have otherwise been noticed. It has highlighted the status and esteem of Goans and their capacities to make their mark in diverse locations.

TGG has certainly succeeded in its mission, serving as an excellent channel for disseminating information and connecting Goans virtually.

Rei Fernandes (Geologist, Lisbon)

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GERMANY

DESERVES CREDIT 

Congratulations and happy anniversary upon completion of 1st year of publishing TGG.

It deserves considerable credit for reporting on wide range of activities and interconnecting Goan communities around the world especially on those locations with higher Goan concentration. An incredible milestone spotlighting lifestyle and social activities of diasporic Goan communities worldwide.

Looking forward to hear more Goan diasporic stories in the future.

Mariano A. Pereira (Frankfurt)

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PAKISTAN

ENGAGING STORIES

TGG is a key platform connecting Goans around the world on latest news and engaging stories that resonate with the audience. It has helped many Goans find a common ground with others, making Goan communities across the globe seem more interconnected and within reach.

Congratulations to TGG team on reaching an important milestone! We celebrate your achievement and are proud to be part of TGG. Best wishes for continued success.

Peter Mendes (President, Goinkars Own Academy, Karachi)

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