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The Walk for the Cure event, sponsored by CIBC First Caribbean and organized by the Barbados Cancer Society, drew a large turnout, kicking off a month-long Cancer Awareness campaign. People of all backgrounds participated to show their support.
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The Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum organized a beach cleanup in Christ Church for World Clean Up Day, focusing on plastic pollution and promoting good maritime governance. The event showcased local organizations and collected 173 pounds of garbage. The AIS Youth Ambassador Programme aims to engage youth in positive activities for the blue ecosystem.
The STARR Adventures Civics and Citizenship e-Learning Game was launched by the Ministry of Education, Technological & Vocational Training & National Transformation Initiative (NTI), aiming to transform the educational system in Barbados.
Barbados' new Senior Counsels are addressing the negative public perception of the legal profession, emphasizing the need for individual lawyers to speak out against wrongdoing and calling for a mentorship program within the fraternity.
A tragic accident at Bridgetown Port results in the death of Jeffrey "Milk" Broomes, a dedicated worker of over 30 years. Condolences are expressed by the Barbados Workers Union (BWU).
