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BELONGING & IDENTITY – HLSCC Lecture Explores Constitutional Change in the Virgin Islands
A recent guest lecture delivered at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) examined the constitutional meaning of belonging and identity within the British Virgin Islands and explored how constitutional
News DetailNew Book Explores Constitutional Change, Belonging and Identity in the British Virgin Islands
Road Town, Tortola — A new civic education publication examining constitutional change and its impact on identity and belonging in the Virgin Islands has been released in digital format. Belonging
News DetailA Call for Humanitarian Aid in Haiti as Challenges Intensify
Recent heavy rains and flooding associated with the passage of Hurricane Melissa have added pressure to an already fragile situation, affecting families in vulnerable communities across Haiti. The storm brought
News DetailGlobal Community Rallies to Support Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa – Here’s How You Can Help
Jamaica is reeling after Hurricane Melissa. The strongest storm on record to hit the island ripped off roofs, flooded towns, and knocked out power for most residents. Governments and relief
News DetailGlobal Partners Pledge Support for Jamaica’s Hurricane Preparedness and Recovery Efforts
Jamaica has received strong commitments of support from regional and international partners as the country continues its hurricane preparedness and response efforts. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, confirmed
News DetailHurricane Melissa Now Targeting Cuba After Historic Strike in Jamaica
Eastern Cuba Braces for Major Impact. Following a devastating landfall in Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane with sustained winds of 185 mph, Hurricane Melissa is now headed toward eastern
News DetailBREAKING NEWS: Strong 6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Antigua and Surrounding Islands
October 27, 2025 — The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre (UWI SRC) has confirmed that a powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Eastern Caribbean this morning, shaking
News DetailOver 40 Million of Americans Face Food Stamp Uncertainty as U.S. Shutdown Drags On
Millions of Americans could see their food assistance cut off next month as the U.S. government shutdown stretches into its third week, threatening to disrupt the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
News DetailBroken Lineage: How the 2007 Constitution Redefined Belonging in the Virgin Islands
When the Virgin Islands adopted its 2007 Constitution, it was celebrated as a proud step toward self-governance and maturity. Yet within that historic document was a quiet change that continues
News DetailThe Price of Belonging – Immigration Fee Hikes and the Future of Inclusion in the BVI
The Virgin Islands has entered a new era of immigration policy with sharply increased fees, effective October 1. The changes cover everything from Belonger and resident applications to private vessel
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