The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has issued a statement strongly condemning the “reprehensible and deeply offensive” comments made by Ms. Jennifer Ally on Facebook, directed at the late Adriana Younge and her grieving family.
The Commission said it is appalled that during a time of mourning, such vile and hateful expressions were publicly shared, further inflicting pain on a family already burdened by tragic loss. These actions it said, violate the basic standards of decency and mutual respect that are essential to maintaining harmony in our multi-ethnic society.
Guyana Standard understands that the ERC has officially opened a formal case into this matter and intends to engage Ally. She is being requested to report to the Commission to address the content and intent of her remarks.
“The Commission reminds the public that freedom of expression, while protected, must be exercised responsibly. The use of social media to spread hate, incite division, or cause psychological harm, especially in the context of bereavement, is unacceptable and contrary to the values enshrined in the Constitution of Guyana,” the ERC noted.
It added that it will continue to monitor this matter and will act in accordance with its constitutional mandate to promote harmony, prevent ethnic or racial hostility, and encourage respectful public discourse.
