Happy 44th Independence Day, Antigua and Barbuda!
Antigua and Barbuda continues to make strides in inclusive and sustainable education, including strengthening its efforts in open and distance learning.
COL values its key partnerships with the Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries, Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and Barbuda Affairs, Antigua State College and the University of the West Indies.
Recent achievements with these institutions in collaboration with COL VUSSC include:
- Antigua State College has set up a state-of-the-art solar-powered multimedia courseware development studio with COL support.
- The Agriculture Extension Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Barbuda Affairs has developed a draft strategy for self-sufficiency in poultry production.
These achievements reflect Antigua and Barbuda’s commitment to equity, resilience, and innovation in education and community development.
Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda in Toronto
Antigua Ministry of Agriculture,Lands, Fisheries & The Blue Economy
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Happy 46th Independence Day, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines!
St Vincent and the Grenadines continues to advance education and lifelong learning across the islands . COL’s partnerships with the Ministry of Education and National Reconciliation and the Grenadines Community College (SVGCC) have achieved:
- Adoption of an Online Teaching and Learning Policy at SVGCC and development of 27 online courses.
- More than 1,957 certificates earned by Vincentian learners through Skills Online programmes.
- Expanded digital teaching capacity, with over 80 educators trained in online assessment and learner support.
Saint Vincent & the Grenadines path forward is one of building inclusive higher education systems, expanding technology-enabled learning, and ensuring that open education bridges digital divides while fostering opportunities for all.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Consumer Affairs
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The Power of Play: Driving Change Through Innovation
Join the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) for an inspiring webinar exploring how sport can be a game changer for women and girls who are often excluded from public spaces, decision-making, and leadership roles.
Featuring Suheil F. Tandon, Founder & Director of Pro Sport Development, this session will:
- Highlight how sport can advance gender equality and women’s empowerment.
- Share effective programme models supporting women and girls through sport.
- Identify barriers and outline strategies to boost participation and inclusion.
Moderated by Frances J Ferreira, COL’s Senior Adviser, Women and Girls.
Sport is more than a game — it’s a tool for empowerment, skill development, and social transformation.
Don’t miss this conversation on how play can drive lasting change.
- Register via Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hVVU9YuETc6VohLQQjIakg
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