Draft Community Development Policy Available
The Division of Community Development, Enterprise Development and Labour is inviting persons to view the Trinidad and Tobago’s first Draft National Policy on Sustainable Community Development, which was laid in Parliament on November 9. The policy advocates an approach that recognises community development as a fundamental platform for national development; one which can be directly […]
Christmas Village 2018
The Division of Community Development, Enterprise Development and Labour will host Christmas Village 2018 this week. The event will take place at the Gardenside Car Park from Thursday (December 20, 2018). Tobagonians are asked to come out and get their sumptuous Christmas delicacies including ham, black cake, and sorrel, while purchasing items from local entrepreneurs […]
‘Twelve Joys of Christmas’ Starts
The Division of Community Development, Enterprise Development, and Labour has launched its “Twelve Joys of Christmas” programme. The initiative started last week. On Day 2, Friday (November 30), the CEPEP (Community-based Environmental Protection and Enhancement Programme) team of District 12 Canaan/Bon Accord brought joy to the children of the Technical Vocational Centre by hosting a […]
Graduates, Tutors, Show Skills Training Impact
The creativity and quality displayed in the products of recent graduates of the Vocational Skills Programme bears testimony to the versatility of the graduates. This is according to Secretary of Community, Development, Enterprise Development and Labour Marslyn Melville-Jack, who said it also highlights the skills of the tutors. “I would like to take this opportunity […]
Spotlight On M.A.C.H.O. Men
As “Community Week” celebrations continue this week, Tobago will shine the spotlight on its Multifaceted, Assertive, Caring, Healthy, and Outstanding (M.A.C.H.O.) men. The event will be hosted by the Division of Community Development, Labour and Culture on Wednesday (November 7) at the Bethlehem Junction, Bethel from 10:30 a.m. This year’s theme is: “Rebuilding the Block”. […]
Fire Service Training In Tobago Brings Community Benefits
An enhanced quality of life on the island takes a community approach. That’s the view of Secretary of Community Development, Enterprise Development and Labour Marslyn Melville-Jack, who said the efforts of the collective are beneficial to society. “[Empowering communities means] giving to individuals, families, businesses and community groups the freedom, opportunity, and encouragement to build […]