Robinson Rallies Leaders to “Re-imagine” Public Service

Deandrea Hamilton | Editor

Turks and Caicos, Juny 20, 2025 – Acting Premier Jamell Robinson last week called on the country’s top public sector leaders to embrace a culture of innovation and collaboration as government pushes forward with a new vision for service delivery.

Addressing more than 200 senior officials at the second annual Leadership Forum under the theme “Public Service Re-imagined,” Robinson underscored the pivotal role leadership must play as the administration works to digitize and improve access to government services.

“It is a true honour to stand before you today—not just as Acting Premier, but as someone who began his journey in public service,” Robinson said, adding that the event was both a professional milestone and a personal reminder of public service’s power to inspire national transformation.

A major focus of this year’s forum was the official launch of the Public Service Roadmap, a new strategic framework aimed at modernizing government operations. Robinson described the plan as “a journey built on vision, collaboration, and purpose,” praising Deputy Governor Her Excellency Anya Williams and the Roadmap Steering Committee for leading its development with transparency and dedication.

“This Roadmap was shaped by public servants and for public servants,” Robinson emphasized. “It charts a course toward the kind of service delivery our people deserve—responsive, transparent, modern, and impactful.”

Throughout the two-day conference, leaders were encouraged to engage actively—not only to absorb new ideas but to commit to driving change within their departments. Sessions included leadership insights from H.E. Anya Williams, bold perspectives from regional figures such as Amad Rashad Thompson and Hon. Franz Manderson, and practical leadership development led by Dr. Winston Sutherland.

A special panel also explored Vision 2040, with Cabinet members reinforcing that transformation must start at the highest levels but be sustained across all tiers of government.                                                                                                                    Robinson closed his remarks with a clear charge: “This is not a moment for passive listening. This is a time for active engagement. For reflection. For recommitment.”

As Turks and Caicos charts a path toward a modern public service, the conference signaled that the work ahead will be shaped by inclusive leadership, open dialogue, and a shared mission to better serve the people.