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Two New Books Celebrate Agriculture, Sustainability, and Culture
Two new books by local farmers Jeffrey and Arona Forbes—Johnny the Great Rooster and Arona’s First Garden Colouring Book—will launch on May 8 at Transformation Church International. The books aim to educate children on sustainable farming, the role of chickens in agriculture, and the basics of gardening, while also preserving Virgin Islands cultural heritage. Deputy Director of Culture Anne Lennard praised the authors for their dedication to education and environmental stewardship, noting their contributions as both practical and culturally significant. The event will include readings, signings, and a chance to meet the authors.
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Eleven Inmates Graduate from His Majesty’s Prison Reintegration Program
Eleven inmates at His Majesty’s Prison completed a six-week Reintegration Program focused on essential life skills like financial management, family, spiritual health, and mental awareness. Launched in 2024 by the Correctional Fellowship Ministry, the program is supported by community partnerships. Deputy Superintendent Raymond Grant praised these collaborations and highlighted new facility resources, including a teacher and counselor. The Ministry of Health and Social Development continues to support rehabilitation and positive change for inmates.
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Promethean ActivPanels Quotations Requested by the Ministry of Education
The Government of the Virgin Islands (GoVI) acting through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports (MEYAS) invites you to submit a quotation for the supplying of twenty (20) Promethean ActivPanels for public schools throughout the Territory.
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Survivors of Abuse Encouraged to Speak Out and Seek Support
The Social Development Department is reaffirming its support for survivors of abuse in the Virgin Islands, urging individuals to speak out and seek help. Recognising the emotional toll of abuse, especially in close-knit communities, the department assures survivors they are not alone and are never to blame. Programme Director Laurel Freeman emphasized the healing power of speaking out and pledged compassionate, confidential support throughout the healing process. Survivors are encouraged to contact the department or the Family & Juvenile Unit of the police for assistance.
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Festival and Fairs Committee Continues to Seek Members
The Government of the Virgin Islands is seeking qualified persons to serve as committee members, whom must be resident of Anegada, Jost Van Dyke, and Virgin Gorda.
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Festival and Fairs Committee Seeks Members From Sister Islands
The Government of the Virgin Islands is seeking qualified persons from Anegada, Jost Van Dyke, and Virgin Gorda to serve as committee members on the Festival and Fairs Committee.
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Vacancy Notice Allied Health Professionals Council
The Government of the Virgin Islands, Ministry of Health and Social Development is seeking a registered naturopath to serve as Member of the Allied Health Professionals Council.
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Vacancy Notice Allied Health Professionals Council
The Government of the Virgin Islands, Ministry of Health and Social Development is seeking a registered naturopath to serve as Member of the Allied Health Professionals Council.
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Premier Wheatley Attending OECS Council of Ministers of Immigration Conference
Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr Natalio D. Wheatley is away from the Territory from March 4 to 6 attending the Third Annual Council of Ministers for Immigration meeting in Grenada.
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Premier Wheatley to Attend United Nations General Assembly
The Government of the Virgin Islands is committed to promoting good governance and the sustainable development of the Territory with a view to ensuring a well-informed, prosperous, cohesive, and stable society. The Premier’s Office serves as the focal point for coordinating cross-sectoral policies and programmes and promoting the sustainable development of the Virgin Islands to ensure a well-informed, prosperous, cohesive and stable society.