OFW BVI ORGANIZATION APPOINTS NEW BOARD

The Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) BVI Organization which has served as a vital community that embodies resilience, dedication, and unity among Filipino workers abroad recently appointed a new board. The Organization plays a crucial rule in fostering a sense of community among OFWs.  It provides resources, guidance, and support network, helping members navigate the complexities … Continued

AMERICAS APPROVE BVI ROLE IN INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP TO TRANSFORM LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been elected by Member States from across the Americas and beyond to serve as a member of the leadership Bureau of the premier regional intergovernmental body within the United Nations (UN) system for advancing the economic and social development of the region, the Economic Commission for Latin America and … Continued

PREMIER WHEATLEY & UK AMBASSADOR DISCUSS UK-OT INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION

Premier Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley and United Kingdom (UK) Ambassador H.E. James Kariuki have discussed international cooperation between and the UK and Overseas Territories (OTs) following a United Nations’ (UN) agreement on the ‘Pact for the Future’, a declaration aimed at reforming the international system to encourage a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive … Continued

PUBLIC OFFICERS COMPLETE CUSTOMER SERVICE APPRENTICESHIPS

Three (3) Public officers have completed a one-month apprenticeship placements at the Customer Service Care Centre. The officers are Desima Lambert of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Kesheida Williams from the Survey Department and Mrs. Marcia Green of the Land Registry Department, all within the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change. Permanent … Continued

100 EDUCATORS TRAINED IN FIRST AID

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) Red Cross has trained 100 educators and school support staff in First Aid in a significant step towards bolstering community resilience. Director Ms. Stacy C. Lloyd said the training is a milestone in the Territory’s resilience-building efforts amidst climate challenges and is part of the ongoing SMART Schools initiative. The … Continued

HEALTH MINISTER ENDS TENURE AS CHAIR OECS COUNCIL OF MINISTERS

Outgoing Chair of the OECS Council of Minsters: Health Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley said during his one-year tenure, strategies for enhancing preventive healthcare of OECS Member States, reducing costs through more efficient pharmaceutical procurement were explored.  Honourable Wheatley is attending the 37th Pooled Procurement Service (PPS) Policy Board Meeting … Continued

BVI RED CROSS HOSTS REGIONAL MENTAL HEALTH AND PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT WORKSHOP

The British Virgin Islands Red Cross say they are proud to host a regional Train the Trainer workshop on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), bringing together various Red Cross volunteers and staff from the BVI and other Overseas Territories. The workshop will equip participants to become trainers in skills important for supporting individuals with … Continued

ROTARY CLUB OF ROAD TOWN LAUNCHES GRAND RAFFLE TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY INITIATIVES

The Rotary Club of Road Town has announced the launch of its Grand Raffle, with ticket sales now open to the public. This exciting fundraising initiative is said to be geared at supporting various vital community programs, including assistance for local schools, disaster relief efforts, scholarships, and other essential service projects. Price: $10 per ticket … Continued

MINISTRY OF HEALTH OFFICIALS ATTEND 61ST PAHO DIRECTING COUNCIL

Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley, has attended the 61st Pan-American Health Organisation (PAHO) Directing Council in Washington DC from September 30 to October 4. Honourable Wheatley was accompanied by Permanent Secretary Ms. Tasha Bertie and Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ronald Georges. The Virgin Islands delegation joined other high-level health … Continued