Kadica grew up in Tobago, in the village of Buccoo. She was raised not by one household but by a whole community, with six grandparents watching over her. In Buccoo, children belonged to everyone, and everyone made sure no one went without.
At the centre of that world was her grandmother. Selfless to her core, she had a gift for knowing what each member of the family needed, and for quietly making sure they had it. She curated a life of care for the people she loved, often putting herself last.
Kadica watched, and learned. From her grandmother and from Buccoo she took the lessons that still guide her: think of others first, notice what people need, and always give back to the community that raised you.