British High Commission launches ‘Resident British Commissioner for a Day’ Initiative for Vincentian women

The British High Commission of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), has launched its first Resident British Commissioner (RBC) for a Day initiative, which will provide the opportunity for Vincentian women to gain hands-on career experience in the field of diplomatic relations.

The Resident British Commissioner (RBC) for a Day initiative is supported by DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief, a US-based organization which seeks to address the needs of Vincentian women, children, and families through their programmes and initiatives, a release from the High Commission states.

The programme invites female candidates between the ages of 18 and 25 to submit a two-minute video explaining why they should be the RBC for a day; at least one recommendation for how to address gender-based violence against women and girls; and a brief explanation as to how the role as RBC for a Day aligns with their aspirations.

Candidates must also like and follow both the UK in Barbados and Eastern Caribbean and DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief’s Facebook pages.

Entries should be submitted to dmvsvgrelief@gmail.com by no later than 11:59 p.m on Friday February, 16, 2024. The winner will be announced on March 1 and will assume the role of Resident British Commissioner for a Day on March 8, 2024, coinciding with International Women’s Day.

Resident British Commissioner to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Geoff Patton, explained how the selected young woman will benefit from the experience of Resident British Commissioner for a Day.

“For the woman who aspires to work diplomatic relations, this will be an excellent opportunity to engage with the work on a deeper level and enhance their professional work experience.

“Our RBC for a Day will meet government officials, address the media, host a luncheon, and interact with our staff. In addition, we are looking for a young woman who is passionate about bringing attention the issue of gender-based violence.”

Dr. Remidene Aboko-Cole Diakite, co-founder of DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief, emphasized the significance of the RBC for a Day initiative.

“The RBC for a Day programme aligns with DMV-SVG’s current initiative, Year of the Youth where we seek to serve St. Vincent’s youth by focusing our efforts on conflict resolution and crime prevention, gender equality, and health and wellness. What better way to highlight these issues than through the voice of our youth?”

The British High Commission of St Vincent and the Grenadines and DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief reminds interested young women that their should email their video submissions must have their full name and contact information. Video submissions must not exceed two minutes and must have clear sound and resolution.