The Dominica Freedom Party(DFP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Baron as the General Secretary of the DFP. A descendant of the Kalinago people and a resident of Antrizle - in the Salybia Constituency - Paul has dedicated much of his life to community engagement and leadership. His remarkable contributions to Community and Youth Development have been significant both at the local and national levels. Embarking on his people-serving journey from the early age of sixteen, Paul has held various influential positions in his community, including councilor of the Atkinson Village Council, before being elected as its chairperson in 2017. He has also served on The Dominica Youth Business Trust, The Kalinago Youth Council, and The Rotaract Club of Dominica. He then rose to national prominence when elected as the President of the National Youth Council of Dominica in 2018. Professionally, Paul is the CEO of EDEN Consultancy, a Real Estate, Insurance, Travel, & Business Development Agency. He also has firsthand professional experience working within the Kalinago Community as the Liaison Officer of the then Ministry of Kalinago Affairs and, most recently, as Liaison to the Kalinago Council. Paul firmly believes that communities serve as the cornerstone for development initiatives. He champions the idea that "individuals will make decisions based on the degree to which they are informed and knowledgeable about prevailing opportunities." Paul credits his dedication to community building to the influence of his parents, his childhood community, and a profound belief in the Dominican Dream. His appointment to a significant national political role comes at a critical juncture when the youth and people of Dominica face economic and social challenges, necessitating competent leadership to advocate for their interests and foster strength, liberty, and prosperity. The Dominica Freedom Party thus warmly welcomes Paul to the executive team. We have full confidence that he brings immense value to the Dominica Freedom Party and contributes to the overarching goal of building a resilient, prosperous nation centered on human capital development and equal opportunity. Bernard Hurtault Political Leader The Dominica Freedom Party

During a Monday appearance on a Radio Show, Prime Minister Skerrit provided an update on the progress of electoral reform. He mentioned that, in the approaching weeks, the government intends to share with the Dominican people the essential elements for the initial phase of electoral reform and modernization. Emphasizing that support for the proposed components should not be an issue if the public is committed to electoral reform, Mr. Skerrit expressed optimism about introducing legislation to Parliament and passing it before this year's Budget Address. This move would entrust the implementation of the reformed laws and regulations to the electoral commission.

During The Alwin Bully Foundation Virtual Memorial Tribute, former Chief Cultural Officer Raymond Lawrence pointed out two occasions where the late cultural icon, Alwin Bully, had a noteworthy influence in the realm of arts. Lawrence underscored Bully's transformative role in theater, particularly in increasing attendance by the Dominican people in the 1970s.

During a church service marking Commonwealth Day, Speaker of the House of Assembly, Joseph Isaac, underscored Dominica's achievements in tackling climate change and promoting resilience. He highlighted initiatives from multiple sectors, including the Ministry of Housing, Forestry Division, and Cooperatives. Mr. Joseph emphasized Dominica's intended shift to geothermal energy as a crucial step to enhance the country's energy resilience. Additionally, he highlighted the resilience of Dominica's youth in overcoming natural challenges, citing their performance in the G6NA and CXC Examinations.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit has highlighted the enrollment of numerous Dominican students in U.S. universities, addressing a pattern of criticism towards the government regarding unpaid tuition fees. Skerrit disclosed a reduction in the government's debt to Midwestern University from $3 million to $489,000, which is expected to be cleared within the next two weeks. Additionally, he mentioned that over the past seven years, the government has allocated $13 million to Grambling State University. Skerrit asserted that upon taking office in 2000, the Dominica Labour Party (DLP) administration conducted a study revealing that 44% of students who took the G6NA examination at that time progressed to secondary school, while 65% did not pursue further education.

Thea Lafond, the Women's Triple Jump Gold Medalist, conveyed her pride and honor in representing Dominica and bringing joy to its people. She underscored the nation's ongoing success as a tremendous source of pride. Lafond mentioned maintaining a positive mindset leading up to the competition and feeling confident to deliver her best performance on the event day.