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Evangelists reach 66,000 Youth, coming to TCI

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Turks and Caicos, March 1, 2017 – Providenciales – The Turks and Caicos Islands will welcome a dynamic couple in Gospel Youth Ministry from March 9-11, 2017 at Community Fellowship Center; and the experience is free and open to individuals who want to be better equipped for the work of youth development.   Kim and Shari Babcock are a husband and wife team who have exhibited that they believe, “God has awesome plans and purposes for our kids, not just for when they are older but for right now.”

The Babcocks are not only well able to impart the key skills on how to reach the Youth for Jesus Christ, but they can expound on their own work where they are empowering youth at their ministry in Argentina.  Youngsters from 12-18 years are leaders at King’s Castle which allows young people to reach out to other young people about the Gospel.

Pastor Bradley Handfield, Senior Pastor of Community Fellowship Center who has now been successfully hosting these skills development events says it is important now more than ever to ensure that young people are touched by the Good News of the Gospel.  Pastor Bradley adds that the Babcocks will give Youth Workers’ in the TCI greater confidence and a new skill set as they reach out to our children.  “The National Youth Workers Symposium 2017 is about inspiring people to serve our young people and that it has to be done in the power of the Holy Spirit,” said Pastor Handfield.

Pastor Handfield who in 2012 held a National Leadership Conference featuring Dr. Myles Munroe of The Bahamas; who in 2016 held a National Youth Conference, featuring from Barbados, Bishop Andre Thomas and his wife, Prophetess Nina Thomas and this year hosts the youth workers’ symposium said the Babcocks are specially selected.

unnamed-2“Kim and Shari have reached over 66,000 young people for the Assemblies of God and I believe that if adults in our communities could just understand the value they too can bring to young lives, they would attend this free opportunity to be enriched by this loving couple.”

On Thursday March 9, 2017 the National Youth Workers Symposium opens with a down to earth session, where the Babcocks will present and allow for Q&A.

On Friday March 10, 2017 the National Youth Workers Symposium hosts a Youth Concert featuring the country’s most celebrated gospel singers with guest artists DJ Ray and Matthew Jennings, hosted by Almando Rigby.

On Saturday March 11, 2017 the National Youth Symposium continues with a half day session from 9am to 12 Noon where there will be more practical use of strategies including break-out sessions.

On Sunday March 12, 2017 the public is welcomed to join morning worship at the church at 9am where the Babcocks will minister the word of God to the congregation.

Pastor Handfield said the teaching is so flexible that anyone can benefit from the instruction, but cited that teachers, youth workers, volunteers and social workers would certainly be empowered by the sessions.  All events take place at Community Fellowship Centre on Leeward Highway, across from Nell’s Gift Shop.

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DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGULATIONS INTRODUCES “RATE YOUR RIDE” SYSTEM FOR TOURISTS VISITING THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

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FROM THE MINISTRY OF TOURISM

 

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 27th March, 2024 – Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands: The Department of Tourism Regulations is proud to unveil the “Rate Your Ride” system, a new initiative designed to enhance the vacation experience for tourists exploring our picturesque islands.

The “Rate Your Ride” system empowers tourists to provide valuable feedback on the quality of transportation services they receive while visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands. Through an easy-to-use online form, tourists can rate factors such as cleanliness, comfort, safety, and professionalism of drivers, helping us to assure the highest quality of service standards across all modes of transportation.

By participating in the “Rate Your Ride” system, tourists play a crucial role in shaping the future of transportation services in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Their feedback will enable us to identify areas for improvement and ensure that every visitor enjoys safe, comfortable, and convenient travel throughout their stay in the Turks and Caicos.

The code will also be publicly accessible through the cooperation of volunteer drivers who will make the rating code available in their vehicles. Flyers and stickers displaying the code will be distributed at hotels, resorts and airports. The mandated display of these codes is expected to align with the rollout of our tourism regulations in 2025.

For more information about the “Rate Your Ride” system and other initiatives by the Department of Tourism Regulations, please visit gov.tc/tourismregulations/or contact us via telephone at 946-4970 and email at tourismregulations@gov.tc.

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THE DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH SERVICES CONDEMNS RECORDING OF PERSONS WHO ARE IN CRISIS

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FROM THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

 

Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 27th March 2024– The Department of Behavioral Health Services is appealing to the general public to refrain from recording and circulating videos of persons who may appear to be experiencing a mental health crisis. Anyone can experience a mental health crisis at some point in their life. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in any given year. Persons may struggle with very common conditions such as Anxiety and Depression or be diagnosed with more serious conditions like Bipolar Disorder or Psychosis.

“There are a lot of misunderstandings about various mental health conditions and how they may manifest. In addition, there are a number of negative perceptions and misconceptions that society exhibits towards people with mental health problems. However, just as we would show care and concern for someone diagnosed with Cancer, or any other physical illness, in the same way, we need to be as caring and helpful to persons with mental illnesses”– stated Director of the Department of Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Alicia Malcolm.

The Department is urging the public to call the following numbers if you see someone who appears to be experiencing a mental health crisis:

338-5473/338-3616: Providenciales, North or Middle Caicos

338-3614/338-3612: Grand Turk, South Caicos, Salt Cay

338-6301: Nights and Weekends

If someone is putting themselves or someone else in immediate, serious risk of harm, call 911.

The Department of Behavioral Health services is here to help and provides the following services which are free and confidential:

Location of above services:

o             Sam Harvey Building, Down Town, Providenciales,

o             Primary Health Care Department, Cheshire Hall Medical Center, Providenciales 

o             Department of Behavioural Health, Duncombe Alley, Grand Turk

 

Let’s all do our part in creating a community where people with mental health problems feel respected, supported and cared for. 

For additional information, please visit the Ministry of Health’s Facebook page on https://www.facebook.com/tciministryofhealth/ or the Department of Behavioral Health Services Faceebook on https://www.facebook.com/TCIDBHS/.

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Breaking Ground: TCI Could Lead in Regional Communication Standards

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Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, 27th March 2024: The PR, marketing, and communications sector is poised for potential growth and could lead the Caribbean region in terms of industry standards says Damian Wilson. Wilson’s suggestion comes after the release of a new research report into the current trends and future direction of the sector as a possible emerging industry in the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI).

Wilson is the report’s author, which conveys the findings of research which he initiated. “One of the key research results is the considerable optimism by industry practitioners and government alike, with persons seeing growth potential. I believe that we can become regional leaders in this field. I believe that one of the initiatives that could be used to do this is by establishing a ‘TCI Centre of Communications Excellence’ within the TCI Community College. Such an institute would be dedicated to communication and media innovation with a particular focus on digital communications and ICT,” says Wilson.

He further explained, “I believe that the PR, marketing, and communications sector, like much of the country, is at a crossroads and could have an even greater impact on our socio-economic fabric. Some may have concerns about our small size, but I believe this makes us far more agile than our neighbours. All in all, any potential growth must be underpinned by new investments, professional development, and a strategy to integrate the sector into the broader economy.”

Wilson also said that he sees his research as a first step in understanding our own industry sectors in the TCI and would love to see more profound research and analysis conducted. He’s hoping that the report will spark discussion along those lines. The report is entitled ‘Current Trends and Future Direction: A Preliminary Report on the PR, Marketing, and Communications Sector in the Turks & Caicos Islands’. Anyone wanting a copy of the report can contact Damian Wilson via his email, damian.wilson.pr@gmail.com.

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