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TCI: 28 Civil Servants successfully complete Policy and Project Management Certification
#Providenciales, May 23, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – On Monday May 13th, 2019, Deputy Governor, Her Excellency Anya Williams., MBE hosted an award ceremony to recognize twenty-eight (28) civil servants that successfully completed the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) Public Policy Analysis and Management (PPAM) and Project Cycle Management (PCM) Certification Program.
The Caribbean Development Bank since the 1980’s has been offering training in PPAM and PCM to its Borrowing Member Countries (BMC’s).
The PPAM and PCM Training Programmes were developed to assist BMC’s in their efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals; specifically, Goal 4 – Quality Education; Goal 5 – Gender Equality; and Goal 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.
Commenting on the training program Deputy Governor Anya Williams said: “The Turks and Caicos Islands Civil Service commenced this process in 2016 by enrolling in the online course program offered through CDB and its partners.
The success realized from team member’s participation and completion of the online courses paved the way for the face-to-face training to be implemented in country. Hence, in 2018 the Turks and Caicos Islands Government in collaboration with the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), the Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT) and DODs Training hosted eleven (11) modules in Project Cycle Management and Public Policy Analysis and Management from March 2018 – May 2018 on Grand Turk, at the HJ Robinson High School Auditorium.
Sessions were interactive and practical, intense and demanding physically and mentally, time consuming and required work outside normal working hours to complete assignments to fulfil the criteria to be awarded the certification.
We are extremely proud of the success of our staff and know that there is much that they can take away from this program to apply to their day to day jobs. We express our profound thanks to not only the Caribbean Development Bank for allowing the TCI to participate in this training program, but also to our own in house Training Department, our Training Manager Mrs. Thashana Burton and Training Officer Ms. Holly Forbes for their work in the launching of this program in the TCI, the organization of the face to face training sessions, the follow up on the online training programs and their overall commitment in the facilitation and completion of this program.
Our vision is to create “A well-structured, properly resourced and professional service that is respected and balances both traditional and modern practices, with a culture of impartiality and integrity”, the team members through dedication and sacrifice have exemplified each word to the highest standards by being awarded and certified competent in each area of this program. Congratulations!”
Full List of Graduates
| No. | Name | Ministry/Position |
| 1 | Boyce, Cherice | Deputy Governor’s Office – Human Resource Officer |
| 2 | Brewster, Perle | Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services – Education Planner |
| 3 | Campbell, Lucille | Labour Tribunal- Administrative Officer |
| 4 | Clarke, Abbigail | Governor’s Office – Internal Auditor |
| 5 | Clerveaux, Tatum | Attorney General’s Chambers – Commissioner of Lands |
| 6 | Dickenson, Carolyn | Home Affairs, transportation and Communication – Director, Gender Affairs |
| 7 | Duncanson, Alishia | Education, Youth, Culture and library Services – Senior Culture Officer |
| 8 | Ewing, Lurita | Deputy Governor’s Officer – Senior Procurement Officer |
| 9 | Forbes, Holly | Deputy Governor’s Office – Training Officer |
| 10 | Fulford, Leshem | Infrastructure Housing and Planning – Senior Project Architect |
| 11 | Fulford, Ludwina | Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services – Director, Culture |
| 12 | Greenway, Mark | Deputy Governor’s Office – Director, HRMD |
| 13 | Hall, Chrishanda | Border Control and Employment Services – Supervisor, Customer Service |
| 14 | Hamilton, Kezzia | Deputy Governor’s Office – Human Resource Officer |
| 15 | Howell-Robinson, Tamera E. | Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services – Deputy Secretary |
| 16 | Malcolm, Shandey | Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services – National Epidemiologist |
| 17 | Murray, Tiffany | Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services – Environmental Health Officer |
| 18 | Newman, Bridgette | Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication – Deputy Secretary |
| 19 | Pratt, Willette A. | Infrastructure, Housing and Planning – Contracts Coordinator |
| 20 | Ramnasibsingh, Ria | Deputy Governor’s Office – Director of Contracts |
| 21 | Robinson, Aldora | Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services – AIDS/HIV Programs Director |
| 22 | Robinson, Roydoya | Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services –Environmental Health Officer |
| 23 | Seymour, Emilio | Border Control and Employment Services – Manager, Customer Service |
| 24 | Sutton, Jackurlyn | Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services –Chief Nursing Officer |
| 25 | Swann, Caressa | Governor’s Office – Internal Auditor |
| 26 | Thomas, Thashana | Deputy Governor’s Office – Human Resource Training Manager |
| 27 | Walkin, Kathy | Infrastructure, Housing and Planning – Head of Secretariat |
| 28 | Williams, Demarco | Attorney General Chambers – Assistant Director Survey & Mapping |
Release: TCIG
Turks and Caicos, October 28, 2025 – We are closely monitoring the impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica, and our thoughts and prayers are with our regional neighbours for their safety and well-being
We are now entering a critical period as Hurricane Melissa advances towards the Turks and Caicos Islands. Current projections indicate that Hurricane Melissa will begin to impact the Turks and Caicos Islands around midday tomorrow, Wednesday, 29th October.
This morning, Her Excellency the Governor and the Hon. Premier chaired a State of Preparedness Meeting. All Government agencies and critical services are mobilised. The safety and protection of every person across our Islands remains our highest priority. Our emergency response teams are prepared and the TCI Regiment is deployed across each of our Islands to support community readiness and immediate response. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are on active duty, with additional officers in North Caicos, Salt Cay, South Caicos and Grand Turk.
At this time, the hurricane is moving north-northeast. The country is expected to experience tropical storm conditions, heavy rainfall and
significant storm surge. The storm surge poses a serious concern for low-lying coastal areas especially along our western and southern coastlines, which may result in coastal flooding. Based on the most current weather projections and anticipated impacts for the Turks and Caicos Islands, the National Executive have agreed the following actions:
1. Evacuation Advisories
Residents in specific low-lying and flood-prone coastal areas are likely to experience significant storm surge of 2-4 feet with accompanying rainfall. Strong advice is now place for residents in these areas to relocate to designated shelters which will be open from 4pm this afternoon. These areas include:
Middle Caicos
- Conch Bar Nearest Shelter: The Community Centre
North Caicos
- Sandy Point Nearest Shelter : Sandy Point Community Centre
- Whitby Nearest Shelter: Adelaide Oemler Primary School
- Bottle Creek Nearest Shelter: Adelaide Oemler Primary School
Providenciales
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- Chalk Sound Nearest Shelter Enid Capron Primary School
- Five Cays Nearest Shelter: Enid Capron Primary School
- Discovery Bay Nearest Shelter: All Saints Church, Leeward Highway
- Juba Sound Nearest Shelter: A. Louise Garland High School
- Long Bay Nearest Shelter: A. Louise Garland High School
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South Caicos
- Cockburn Harbour Nearest Shelter: Community Centre
- Old Airport Road Nearest Shelter: Community Centre
Should an evacuation order become necessary, it will be issued following the 6:00 PM Advisory this evening from the TCI National Weather Service.
2. Activation of Emergency Operations Centre
The National Emergency Operations Centre in Providenciales and all Islands Emergency Operations Centres will be activated at 4:00 PM today.
3. Shelters Access
Shelters across all Islands will open today at 4:00 PM to receive members of the public.
4. Shelter-in-Place
A Strong Shelter-in-Place Advisory is in place for all islands, commencing at 10:00 PM tonight. This will be in place until the all clear has been issued.
This means that from 10:00 PM tonight, all residents should be off the road, in a safe location, either at home or a designated shelter.
Please note that this position may be revised following the 6:00 PM Advisory from the TCI National Weather Service, depending on updated storm projections.
The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) has confirmed that all airports remain fully operational for today. They will advise the public about ongoing operations dependent on the weather impacts.
In times such as this, the role of commercial entities extends beyond business – it becomes a vital part of the community’s resilience. All retailers and service providers are urged to uphold their humanitarian responsibilities by maintaining fair pricing and ensuring essential goods and services remain accessible to all.
Residents and visitors are reminded to adhere strictly to all official advisories and evacuation orders as they are issued. Avoid unnecessary movement, secure your property, and ensure that you and your family are prepared with essential supplies. Stay prepared and stay safe.
Turks and Caicos, October 24, 2025 – Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey delivered an impassioned address to male students at Clement Howell High School, calling on them to recognize their power, seize their potential, and “awaken the sleeping giants” within.
In a message that blended humility, faith, and personal experience, the Commissioner reminded the boys that the decisions they make today will shape their future.“The choices you make today determine who you become tomorrow,” he said.
Bailey, who revealed he was the first in his family to attend high school, urged the students to embrace education and discipline as tools of
transformation.“Knowledge is power. If you want to be a real man, you need to read,” he told them. “Remember your potential — if others can do it, so can you. Some of you are sleeping giants waiting to be awakened.”
He emphasized that circumstances of birth do not dictate destiny, challenging the young men to carry self-respect, faith, and moral conviction wherever they go. “Self-respect is key; respect yourself, respect others, and respect God,” he said. “The circumstances you were born into do not define who you are.”
The Commissioner also spoke about resilience, advising that true strength often lies in restraint.
“There will be challenges, and people may try to impede your development — but rise above negativity. Sometimes, strength means walking away,” he said. “Some of you are sleeping lions; it’s time to awaken that instinct and rediscover your true potential.”
In closing, Commissioner Bailey delivered a stirring challenge:
“Each morning, look in the mirror and remind yourself that you were created by God and are capable of great exploits. You are a possibility with potential. Step forward with confidence — this is your country, your islands. Be the best version of yourself.”
Following his speech, the Commissioner engaged the students in open dialogue, answering questions and listening to their perspectives on issues affecting young men in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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