JCI Dominica excels at the 64th National Convention in Guyana

JCI Dominica has announced several significant accomplishments from the recently held 64th JCI West Indies National Convention, which took place in Guyana from October 8 to 11, 2024. This annual event serves as a vital forum for leadership enhancement, networking opportunities, and the acknowledgment of outstanding contributions within the region. Senator Meritta Hyacinth, the National President, led the General Assembly during the convention, ensuring that the proceedings were conducted effectively. Her leadership throughout 2024 has made a notable impact on the organization in both Dominica and the wider region.

Notable Achievements for JCI Dominica:

Mickael Desbonnes, the Immediate Past President of JCI Dominica, has been elected as the National Vice President of JCI West Indies for the year 2025. He will be part of a distinguished leadership team that includes:

– Leycia Samuels (Antigua) as National President-Elect
– Regina Bunburry (Guyana) as National Executive Vice President-Elect
– David Seales (Guyana) and Laurel Jonas (Antigua) as National Vice President-Elect

JCI Dominica congratulates Mickael Desbonnes on this achievement and wishes him success in his new position. Additionally, JCI Dominica acknowledges Senator Meritta Hyacinth’s forthcoming role as the West Indies National Immediate Past President, effective January 1, 2025. She will also take on a new international position, with further details to be shared following the World Congress in Taoyuan, Taiwan, scheduled for October 29 to November 2, 2024.

During Convention 64, JCI Dominica achieved finalist status in multiple categories and secured the award for Best Local Growth and Development Program for our initiative focused on Recruitment, Orientation, and Selection. This initiative is particularly significant as it embodies our commitment and objectives within JCI. I take pride in our accomplishments this year, which include Dominica’s inaugural representation at the international level and the election of another member to the national board. I am optimistic about the potential for further achievements in the future.

Awards and Recognition:

During the convention’s Awards and Installation Ceremony, JCI Dominica received recognition in multiple categories, achieving finalist status and winning several awards.

Finalists included:

– Most Outstanding Member: VPI Charlan Commodore
– Best Local Community Impact Project: Incarcerated Father’s Day Initiative
– Most Outstanding Local Organization
– Most Outstanding New Member: JC Dylan Bartley
– Most Outstanding Local President: NC Shonna Harris-Joseph

Winners included:

– Best Local Growth and Development Program: Recruitment, Orientation, and Selection (ROS) Program – JCI Dominica

National President Awards were presented to:

– Resilience and Determination: Shonna Harris Joseph (JCI Dominica)
– Most Improved Board Officer: EA Lyndelle Felix

Participation Awards were given for:

– National Fundraiser: JCI Dominica, JCI Antigua, JCI Guyana, and JCI St. Kitts and Nevis
– CYE Participation: JCI Dominica and JCI Antigua
– TOYP Participation: JCI St. Vincent, JCI Trinidad, JCI Dominica, and JCI Antigua

TOYP Certificates of Recognition were awarded to:

– Lakeyia Joseph (JCI Dominica)
– Caleb Gardiner (JCI Antigua)
– Ancilla Kirby (JCI Trinidad)

JCI Dominica also excelled in the Public Speaking Competition, with EVP Phael Lander taking first place.

These achievements highlight the commitment and enthusiasm of JCI Dominica’s members, who continue to make a significant impact in their community and the region.

These accomplishments reflect the dedication and hard work of JCI Dominica’s members in fostering positive change within their communities.