How was the kalinago chief selected?

In former times, young Kalinago boys were initiated into manhood through various tests of endurance and skill.

•These tests involved part of the preparation for leadership.

•Chiefs were selected based on their skills, knowledge and abilities.

•Elderly women were the key deciders of who would become Chief.

•There were Chiefs on all the islands of the Caribbean where lands were occupied by Kalinagos.