Kingston, Jamaica - West Indies

Meet the Honouree

Marcia "Cherry Natural" Wedderburn

“Wisdom is the weapon. Confidence is the shield.”

Biography

A powerful force of strength, wisdom, and resilience, Cherry Natural is a celebrated Jamaican dub poet and cultural warrior whose voice has echoed across stages locally and internationally Her words are more than poetry. They are affirmations of empowerment, justice, and healing. With decades of experience as a performer and writer, Cherry has used the art of spoken word to uplift women, amplify social issues, and promote African pride and identity.

But her work doesn’t stop at the mic. Cherry is also a certified self-defense instructor, blending mental and physical empowerment through workshops designed to build confidence, self-awareness, and safety—especially for young women and girls. Her program “All Flowers Are Roses” teaches inner and outer strength through poetry and self-defense, making her a trailblazer in fusing art with advocacy.

As a motivational speaker, author, and cultural educator, Cherry Natural stands as a living example of what it means to embody purpose, passion, and power. Her life’s work reflects the spirit of a true Queen of Resistance and Resilience.