Prime Minister Skerrit to Move Motion to Bestow Dominica's Highest National Honour On Former Prime Ministers Rosie Douglas And Pierre Charles

Prime Minister Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit will, on Tuesday, October 14, move a motion in the Parliament seeking approval to confer the Dominica Award of Honour (D.A.H.), the country‟s highest national award, on the late Prime Ministers Roosevelt „Rosie‟ Douglas and Pierre Charles.

The motion recognizes the extraordinary national service and leadership of both former prime ministers, whose contributions advanced Dominica‟s development and who inspired citizens through their dedication to social justice, education and community upliftment.

“Rosie Douglas and Pierre Charles led Dominica with vision and courage,” Prime

Minister Skerrit said ahead of Tuesday‟s sitting. “This is a moment for the nation to

honour two leaders who gave their all to our people. Their example continues to inspire our spirit of resilience and our collective pursuit of a stronger, more united Dominica.”

The honours will be conferred posthumously during the official 47th anniversary of

independence observance ceremony on November 3.

Roosevelt „Rosie‟ Douglas assumed office as Prime Minister of Dominica in February

2000 and served until his untimely passing on October 1, 2000. Following his death,

Pierre Charles succeeded him as Prime Minister on October 3, 2000 until his passing

on January 6, 2004.

The Government of Dominica invites all citizens to join in honouring their legacy of

service, unity and nation-building.