Challenges and Controversies

Religious diversity creates tensions:

Generational Conflicts

"My daughter refuses to attend temple, saying it's patriarchal," worries Hindu mother Kamla Ramsaran. "But without tradition, who are we?"

Young people question: - Gender roles in traditional religions - LGBTQ+ exclusion - Authoritarian religious leadership - Financial exploitation by some churches - Environmental destruction justified by religion

Cultural Authenticity Debates

"Some say mixing traditions creates confusion, but mixing is our tradition," argues scholar Dr. Marlene L'Esperance. "Caribbean spirituality was always creole."

Secular Pressures

French laïcité conflicts with Caribbean public religiosity: - Restrictions on religious symbols in schools - Debates over public funding for religious festivals - Tensions between French secular law and religious practice