The Virgin Islands Icon Awards has officially opened applications for its highly anticipated Virgin Islands Training Academy, offering life-changing opportunities for young individuals across the territory.
This year, the Academy is seeking 50 motivated and energetic participants, ranging from 10th-grade students to college-level individuals, to join its next cohort and gain invaluable experience in event production, public relations, marketing, and much more.
Participants in the Training Academy will also have the chance to win a full scholarship to study abroad, receive a $2,500 cash prize, and earn the prestigious title of Volunteer of the Year. Applications are now open, with a deadline set for January 19, 2025.
This year’s academy promises a diverse curriculum, including training in stage production, video editing, hospitality, and writing for television, among other skills. Not only will participants gain practical experience, but they will also build their resumes and earn community service hours.
In an exciting update, the Virgin Islands Icon Awards has announced the 2025 categories, with five new additions aimed at recognizing even more local talent and hard work. The refreshed lineup includes the following notable additions:
- Customer Service Star
- Excellence from the Family Islands
- Performing Arts: Choreography and Dance
- The Industrialists Award
- Visual Arts – Photography
These new categories aim to celebrate a wider spectrum of excellence, from creative arts to unsung heroes in customer service and industrial fields. In total, 22 categories will be presented this year, culminating with the highly anticipated Lifetime Achievement Award and Wellness Centre Emerging Youth Talent Award, which will be announced in May 2025.
The nomination period is now open and will close on March 15, 2025.