In a significant achievement for both personal and cultural representation, Virgin Islands native Kyra James Douglas has published an article in Teen Vogue, coinciding with the celebration of Virgin Islands Day 2024. The piece, focusing on Gucci mariner jewellery and its importance as a Virgin Islands heirloom, is part of a special package honouring Caribbean … Continued
The BVI Health Services Authority’s (BVIHSA) Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services continues to receive grand recognition for its “Be Mindful” mental health campaign. The team has received kudos from both the World Psychiatric Association (WPA) and the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA). Both nods of recognition were in response to the 2023 series … Continued
Telecoms provider C&W Communications, the operators of Flow, Flow Business, C&W Business and BTC, is mobilizing resources and aid for those impacted by Hurricane Beryl. Beryl roared across the Caribbean Sea after bringing devastation to the Windward Islands as it made landfall on Carriacou as a Category 4 storm with 150mph sustained winds. It is … Continued
The very first VI Icon awards was held at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Virgin Islands Day yesterday Monday July 1st, 2024. The well attended red carpet event had a festive black-tie dress code. The event was aimed at celebrating outstanding achievements across 26 categories in the Virgin Islands, bringing together notable figures and community … Continued
The BVI High School Class of 1994 proudly celebrated their 30th-year anniversary by giving back to this year’s graduates in a significant and meaningful way. The Class of 1994, known for their innovation, creativity, and initiative, is committed to making a marked difference by recognising and awarding students for their achievements, not just those at … Continued
United Hands Inc. in collaboration with the Adventist Church and BVI Health Services Authority will be hosting two free health clinics on Virgin Gorda and on Tortola from July 1-5. Health Ministry Area Coordinator for the BVI Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Coordinating Council, Sister Gracia Smith said “We welcome this collaboration with United Hands Inc. … Continued
The Office of Gender Affairs hosted a health fair for residents on Virgin Gorda to raise awareness among men on various health issues that can impede their health and wellbeing. The event was held to conclude Men’s Health Week 2024 observed in the Virgin Islands from June 10 to 22 under the theme, “Men’s Health … Continued
The Unite for the Sea flagship programme was founded by Unite BVI in 2018. The programme is aimed at inspiring a love for the ocean across the British Virgin Islands. The core goals are: 1. To EXPERIENCE safety in the sea by learning to swim, snorkel or dive 2. To LEARN about BVI relevant ocean … Continued
H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) celebrated the crowning of its new ambassadors in a dazzling pageant held on Sunday, June 23. Jhadazia Lennard and Malacoy Levons emerged victorious as Miss and Mr. HLSCC, respectively, in an event themed “Cultivating Excellence.” Lennard dominated the competition, securing awards for Miss Popularity, Intellect, Best Business Wear, and … Continued
Pummeled by climate change’s impacts, the British Virgin Islands stands at a crossroads. Rising temperatures, intensifying storms and flash floods increasingly jeopardize these islands’ communities and economic lifelines. The territory faces an existential crisis — and a capability gap. For the BVI, climate change is no hypothetical menace — it’s an inescapable reality battering the … Continued
