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NEWS RELEASE: DEPARTMEMT OF CULTURE – CARIFESTA XIII

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#TurksandCaicos, August 31, 2017 – Providenciales – Hon. Ralph Higgs, Minister of Tourism, Environment, Culture, Heritage and Gaming, Director of Culture, Miss Ludwina Fulford and Senior Cultural Officer, Miss Alishia Duncanson return to the islands after attending Carifesta XIII held in Barbados 17-27th August, 2017.   Carifesta XIII’s theme was “Asserting Our Culture, Celebrating Our Selves”, and welcomed over 23 Caribbean and Latin America nations showcasing a wide array of disciplines including film; folk traditions; several genres of music, theatre and dance; traditional culinary cuisine inclusive of national dishes and beverages at the largest gathering for Artistic expressions.

Picture 4The Culture Department participated in the “Country Booth” segment held in the “Grand Market” during which the culture team displayed many local products including music by a number of our local artists, Bambara Rum, Caicos Tea and promoted a variety of local products and souvenirs. The team met directors from around the region and sat in on a cultural policy workshop that included approximately 100 cultural practitioners, policy makers and academics from around the Caribbean in support of the development of the draft Turks and Caicos Islands Cultural Policy.

In addition, the Turks and Caicos Junior Chef team, comprising Team Leader Edwin Gallardo, Chaperon Mrs. Nicholette Thomas and Junior Chefs Kentisha Hall and Christian Green entered the Caribbean Junior Dueling Challenge which commenced on the 24th August and were victorious in capturing the first position for the competition.

Reacting to their success, Mrs. Stacy Cox, Executive Director of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association, commented “I am so elated to congratulate our team for successfully capturing first place in the National Dish preparation and the gold medal for the overall competition. Their hard work and dedication really paid off. They left the island with one goal in mind, and were determined to get it. Kudos to Team TCI!! You’ve made us all proud.”

Hon. Higgs remarked “having travelled with the team and observing the various activities that took place during Carifesta XIII I am happy that we were able to participate in such an activity.   This mega cultural festival has given the Department of Culture exposure but by extension it gave the Turks and Caicos Islands maximum exposure.   I wish to extend hearty congratulations to the Junior Culinary Arts Team for their victories they achieved in their competition. This is just the beginning of success for you! We are extremely proud of you!”

Director of Culture, Ms. Fulford stated that “Carifesta XIII was an amazing experience from start to finish. We were able to not only promote our country, but were also able to sample cuisine, view crafts, observe demonstrations of various art form productions, and build stronger relationships with regional counterparts.   It is our hope that as we work towards Carifesta XIV we will be able to expose a larger contingent to this rich cultural experience.   I too wish to register congratulations and best wishes on behalf of the Department of Culture to the Culinary Team for a job well done! There is no doubt that talent exists in the Turks and Caicos Islands, from your efforts the world has been reminded of this.   Congratulations again.”

Overall we are pleased with the outcome and look forward to participating in more events in the next Carifesta”.

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Picture 1 Label: Ludwina Fulford, Director of Culture, Hon Ralph Higgs, Minister of  Tourism, Environment, Culture, Heritage and Gaming, Alishia Duncanson, Senior Cultural Officer, TCI

Picture 4 Label: Team Leader Edwin GallardoLudwina Fulford, Director of Culture Chaperon Mrs. Nicholette Thomas and Junior Chefs Kentisha Hall and Christian Green.

Picture 5 Label: Ludwina Fulford, Director of Culture, TCIG, The Honourable Stephen Lashley, Minister of Culture, Sports & Youth, Barbados, Alishia Duncanson, Senior Cultural Officer, TCIG, and Mrs. Andrea Wells, Chief Cultural Office of the National Cultural Foundation and Festival Director Carifesta XIII

Press Release: TCIG

 

 

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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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