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December

Over US$150,000 in Christmas Cheer Delivered through the Denton Program

The United States Embassy worked with the U.S. Air Force and USAID to bring Christmas cheer to St. Lucians and Dominicans by facilitating the delivery of over US$150,000 in humanitarian on December 14th and 15th.
Christmas Jazz Workshop 2012

Over 175 music lovers were treated to an experience that was part lesson, part jam session at the annual Christmas Jazz Workshop supported by the Public Affairs Section in cooperation with Deryck Walcott Productions.
Ballet Hispanico Dancer Develops Local Talent with Free Workshops

20 dance students and members of the general public participated in a series of 14 dance workshops led by American dancer Jamal Callender from New York dance company Ballet Hispanico.
$10,000 Dominica American Corner Donation

In order to provide continued support for education and exchange programs in Dominica, on December 13 the Embassy presented a US $10,000 check to the American Corner.
16 Days Walk Around

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence, Embassy Bridgetown teamed up with the Barbados National Organization of Women on “whistlestop” tour across the country.
CBSI Youth Conference Links Students and Teachers from 11 Countries

On December 6-7, 26 students and 13 teachers from across the Caribbean came together in Barbados to learn how they can “do the right thing” by working through their criminal justice system to report crimes and testify as witnesses.

November

Ambassador Palmer in Antigua to donate the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS)

On November 26, Ambassador Palmer was in Antigua to donate the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) that will help increase safety for people across the Caribbean by enhancing border security. The system enables authorities in Antigua and Barbuda to quickly analyze fingerprints.
Ambassador Larry L. Palmer Attends Dominica's Independence Day

The Ambassador traveled to Dominica for its Independence Day on November 3.
Ms. Anita Botti visits the Caribbean in preparation for conference on Caribbean Dialogue on Rule of Law and Gender-based Violence

Ms. Botti is in the region to review firsthand the best practices on rule of law and gender-based violence issues in the Caribbean region.

October

Chargé d’Affaires Louis Crishock observed Grenada’s October 25 Thanksgiving Day

Chargé d’Affaires Louis Crishock observed that Grenada’s flourishing democracy is itself a fitting monument to those who died freeing the island from coup leaders in 1983.
USS Michael Murphy visits Barbados: Sailors Engage with Local Community

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. Navy Warship USS Michael Murphy visits Barbados on maiden voyage

Barbados was the very first port of call for the U.S. Navy’s newest warship, the USS Michael Murphy, which arrived here on Tuesday on its maiden voyage.
Ambassador Palmer presented a check for $48,000 to Dr. Reginald Murphy in Antigua to repair Betty’s Hope's windmill.

Betty’s Hope is one of the most important heritage tourism sites on Antigua. It was established in 1667 by Sir Christopher Codrington as the first large sugar estate on Antigua.
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.

September

A Moment of Silence - September 11

Ambassador Larry Palmer and Deputy Chief of Mission Christopher Sandrolini were joined by staff in observing a moment of silence.

August

U.S. Embassy Marines and BDF Athletes Tackle a Combat Fitness Test

The U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean and its U.S. Marine Security Guard Force facilitated a modified Combat Fitness Test at the Club House, on Dover Field, Christ Church for the Barbados Defense Force Youth Athletes on Thursday, August 16th.
Embassy hosts DVC on Pediatric Hernias

Medical students and doctors from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Barbados benefited from a distance seminar on pediatric hernias on Monday August 13 at the U.S. Embassy, Bridgetown.

July

Panel Discussion on U.S. Sports Scholarships

Whether you’re an athlete or a spectator, sports and athletics are an important part of college life in the United States. Not just Americans, but people all across the globe follow every shot of the Final Four basketball championships, and eagerly anticipate the arrival of football season and its series of showdowns, or “bowls” like the Cotton Bowl, Sugar Bowl and Rose Bowl.
United States Embassy Hosts Independence Day Celebrations

United States Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Larry L. Palmer, hosted a reception on the grounds of the Embassy in Wildey to mark the 236th Anniversary of Independence of the United States of America. Among the guests attending the celebrations were Governor General Sir Elliott Belgrave and Lady Belgrave, who took "A Road Trip Across America".

June

Book Presentation to Blackman-Gollop Primary School

The U.S Embassy took the opportunity on Monday June 25 to reach out to the Blackman-Gollop Primary School in rural St. David’s Barbados, and to present the 200 pupils with 51 American classic and modern children’s books. This event reflects the Embassy's strong support for education in Barbados and throughout the Eastern Caribbean and supports the development of the country's human resources.
American Chamber of Commerce Coming to the Eastern Caribbean

Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean will soon join the worldwide family of countries with American Chambers of Commerce (AmCham). This announcement was made recently at a business reception where new U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Larry L. Palmer met with members of the American business community in Barbados.
U.S. Embassy Presents Books to Barbados Association of Reading

The United States Embassy continued its commitment to education in Barbados when it presented a set of books to the Barbados Association of Reading to be used for special education teaching.
Tradewinds 2012

"Over the years—TRADEWINDS has become an important multilateral exercise, bringing together the countries and security forces of the Caribbean in a shared commitment to improve responses to regional security threats and to focus on maritime interdiction, search and rescue operations, basic ground forces and law enforcement tactics, techniques and procedures."
In Memoriam

The staff of the U.S. Embassy mourn the loss of our dear friend and trusted colleague George Gaines who passed away in Barbados on May 12.

May

Embassy Supports Youth Development

USAID funds support of youth development in the Eastern Caribbean.
Embassy Donates Books on Domestic Violence

The US Embassy in Bridgetown presented a set of five books on domestic violence to the following organizations - Bureau of Gender Affairs; National Organization of Women; the Business and Professional Women's Club; and the Child Care Board.

April

Antigua and Barbuda and U.S. Sign MOU for CSII

Antigua and Barbuda became the second Caribbean country to become a full member state of the Cooperative Sensor Integrative Initiative (CSII).
U.S. Embassy and Partners Launch Youth Tennis Program

Dozens of eager children from three different primary schools got the opportunity to swing a tennis racket for the first time yesterday when a new youth tennis program was launched.

March

Denton Shipment for St Kitts

A humanitarian shipment under the Denton Program was delivered to St. Kitts. The 2500-pound shipment worth US$6642 was organized by U.S.-based Community Bikes Inc. and Kittitian national Dr. Cedric Francis and facilitated by the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Embassy personnel.
Transforming Tourism To Win The Future

Tourism can be a powerful engine of sustainable development when communities and businesses work together. International tourism specialist Andy Dumaine provides a compelling glimpse of the future of travel.

February

Fulbright American Specialist, Professor Vicky Spencer, visits Barbados

During her visit Professor Vicky Spencer, visited over a dozen schools that have special needs units or provide special education, to meet with teachers and help them with teaching strategies.
Regional Port Security Course

Twenty-one police, customs, and port security officers from across the region were taught about anti-terrorism, anti-piracy and anti-smuggling measures during the two week training course.
World Wetlands Day 2012

Many thanks to all who participated – we received nearly 900 hundred photo submissions. We salute the world’s wetlands for their many critical benefits to humankind and their incredible beauty.
Black History Month 2012

The Association for the Study of African American Life has selected “Black Women in American Culture and History” as the 2012 theme for Black History Month.

January

International Visitor Leadership Program "Women and Justice" participant Sharon Rattan of St. Kitts

Sharon Rattan, Permanent Secretary (Ag) in the Ministry of Community Development, Culture and Gender Affairs in St. Kitts will be attending the program ‘Women and Justice’ during the period February 20 – March 09, 2012 as a participant of the International Visitor Leadership Program.
Denton Program Shipment to Grenada

With the help of the U.S. Air Force the Denton Program delivered to Grenada as part of the Good News Project, four pallets of humanitarian goods worth over US$43,074 on Saturday January 21, 2012.
DPAO Rachael Zaspel's trip to Antigua/Barbuda and St. Kitts/Nevis

Deputy Public Affairs Officer Rachael Zaspel undertook a visit to the islands of Antigua/Barbuda and St. Kitts/Nevis to roll out the Embassy's books-in-a-bag program.
Team USA Victorious in the Mount Gay Rum Round Barbados Race

Team USA, on board Lancelot II met the challenge of the open sea’s and 29 other seasoned sailing vessels, crewed by seasoned sailors in the Mount Gay Rum Round Barbados Race 2012
Donation of Books on Domestic Violence Prevention in Antigua

The United States and our partners across the Eastern Caribbean continue to work together on many projects. On domestic violence issues, we supported training for Antigua’s Sexual Assault Referral Center
Future Center Trust in Barbados recognizes Embassy contribution to their programs

Ms. Nicole Garofano, Administrative Director of The Future Center Trust (FCT) in Barbados presents a plaque to Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy, Rebecca Ross in recognition/appreciation of the contribution provided by the Embassy to support the FCT’s community recycling project.