Memorial Camille JURIEN. M.C.J

Purpose of the association

To raise awareness of Camille Jurien de la Gravière (1811–1878), an unconventional figure in the colonial society of Sainte-Suzanne, his efforts to improve the lives of the slaves on the Bel-Air estate, and his determination to make amends for the crime of slavery; to ensure the preservation of the remains of the Chapel of the Holy Family, built by Camille Jurien on the Bel-Air estate, and to develop the site with a view to opening it to the public; to negotiate with the owner any contract or authorisation necessary for this purpose; in accordance with Camille Jurien’s aspirations, to establish there a space for reflection and creativity aimed at promoting human dignity and dialogue between cultures; to develop links with national and international organisations of a similar nature

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