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Education USA Building Bridges between Caribbean Students and U.S. Higher Education

Though small in terms of population and geographical size, the Caribbean looms large when it comes to taking advantage of educational opportunities in the United States.
St. Lucian Josette Edwards in United States for Fellowship on "Children in the U.S. Justice System"

Josette Edwards, an official of the OECS Secretariat, headed to the United States last weekend for a two-week visit to explore how the U.S. justice system works to best support and assist children.
Fulbright Scholar Roderick Prescod Hails "Incredible Experience"

“An absolutely incredible experience!” This is how Roderick Prescod sums up his experience thus far as a Fulbright Faculty Development Fellow.
Renowned American Pianist Roman Rudnytsky Delights

American classical pianist Roman Rudnytsky, who was brought to Barbados by the United States Embassy, thrilled hundreds of classical music lovers who turned out to hear him on his fourth working visit to the island in the last seven years.
Students at regional youth conference urged to support justice

“Do the right thing.” That was the message that came through loud, clear and often on the first day of the No Witness, No Justice/CBSI Youth Network Conference hosted by the United States Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.
U.S. Ambassador Makes Visit to Codrington School

Amb. Palmer visits Codrington and donates check for school supplies.
Kittitian Jihan Williams in United States for Fellowship on "Education and Activism for Young Women"

Crown Counsel Jihan Williams is presently in the United States for a three-week visit where she will explore programs that empower young girls and women. The International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is the Department of State’s premier professional exchange program that brings together emerging leaders in their respective professions with U.S. experts to share best practices.
Press Statement from Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on Barbados’ 46th Independence Anniversary

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to send best wishes to the people of Barbados as you celebrate 46 years of independence this November 30.
World AIDS Day Photo Exhibition Launched at U.S. Embassy

Hopeful visions of an AIDS-Free Generation were put on display at the United States Embassy on Thursday where a photo exhibition was launched to commemorate World AIDS Day.
U.S. Embassy-Supported Youth Tennis Program to Hold Mini-Tournament

Over 50 eager young tennis players from three primary schools took their best swing when a mini tournament was held on Thursday at the National Tennis Center at the Garfield Sobers Sports Complex. The program started during the final term of the 2011-2012 year and has been funded by the Embassy for the entire 2012-2013 academic year as well.
Dominica’s Rosalie Bay Resort named Finalist In U.S. Secretary of State’s Award for Corporate Excellence

Rosalie Bay Resort in Dominica has been named one of the finalists in the Secretary of State’s Award for Corporate Excellence for 2012.
Press Statement from Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on St. Vincent and the Grenadines' 33rd Independence Anniversary

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to send best wishes to the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines as you celebrate 33 years of independence this October 27.
United States Announces US$458,000 in Security Assistance for Barbados to Combat Transnational Crime

On Tuesday, October 23, 2012, United States Ambassador Larry L. Palmer and Attorney General of Barbados Adriel Brathwaite will announce an amended letter of agreement between the United States and the Barbados providing US$458,000 in new funding to combat transnational crime and increase public safety.
USS Michael Murphy visits Barbados: Sailors Engage with Local Community

The U.S. Navy’s newest warship, the USS Michael Murphy, arrived in Barbados Tuesday on its first international port of call. Led by Ambassador Larry L. Palmer, dozens of sailors ventured out into the community today to help the children of Barbados at the Boscobelle Primary School and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
U.S. Ambassador Hosts Reception Aboard USS Michael Murphy

The United States Navy’s newest warship, the USS Michael Murphy played host to Barbadian government, business and security leaders on Wednesday night when U.S. Ambassador Larry L Palmer hosted a reception on board the ship.
U.S. Navy Warship USS Michael Murphy to visit Barbados on maiden voyage

Barbados will be the very first port of call for the U.S. Navy’s newest warship, the USS Michael Murphy, which is set to arrive here on Tuesday on its maiden voyage.
The A Ganar Alliance Program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) signed a grant with the Partners of the Americas (POA) to implement the A Ganar Alliance program in St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, and Dominica.
Trafficking in Persons Workshop a “Resounding Success”

While human trafficking is often described as an “invisible crime” because its victims can be so difficult to identify, 35 Barbadians are now better equipped to see and help victims of modern-day slavery.
Press Statement from Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on St. Kitts and Nevis' 29th Independence Anniversary

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I am delighted to send best wishes to the people of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis as you celebrate the 29th anniversary of your independence this September 19.
2012 Fulbright Fellows Head to the United States for Studies

As the new academic year gets started in the United States, three residents have joined the millions of new students matriculating at U.S. universities – and one more will join their number in February.
Statement from U.S. Ambassador Larry L. Palmer on the Deaths of American Personnel in Benghazi, Libya

My colleagues and I at the U.S. Embassy are profoundly saddened by the loss of our colleagues, Ambassador Chris Stevens, Foreign Service Officer Sean Smith and two other Americans, in an attack on our Consulate in Benghazi, Libya yesterday.
U.S. Embassy Staff tour historic Bridgetown

On Sunday August 12, 2012, staff from the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, family, and friends learned all about Bridgetown's rich history and heritage on a walking tour led by Senator Professor Henry Frasier.
Foreign Service Officer’s Test

U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown will be administering the Foreign Service Officer’s Test (FSOT) on September 29, 2012 from 9:00am to 12:00noon at the Embassy Chancery, Wildey, St. Michael, Barbados. The deadline for candidates to submit completed registration forms, if they intend to test overseas (Bridgetown), is Monday, September 17, 2012.
Caribbean Defense Leaders Take Part in Distinguished Visitors Program

Defense, security and disaster response leaders from across the Caribbean gathered in Barbados today to observe the ongoing Tradewinds 2012 exercise. Attorneys General, army chiefs of staff and police commissioners were among the officials who participated in the Distinguished Visitors' Program portion of Tradewinds.
TradeWinds 2012 Begins in Barbados

Law enforcement and defense forces from the United States, Canada and 15 Caribbean countries gathered in Barbados on Friday for the start of Exercise Tradewinds 2012. Tradewinds is a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored annual security training exercise.