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Rennea Powell Appointed BVI Red Cross New Chair
The British Virgin Islands Red Cross has announced a new Board with Rennea Powell as Chair.
Board members – Estaban Smith, Micheal B. Matthews, Theodore John, Secretary Maria Abraham, and Treasurer Sylvia Romney-Moses – were appointed during the non-profit’s annual general meeting on June 19 in Road Town, Tortola.
Powell, who previously served as secretary and vice-chair, replaces Troy K. Christopher who was appointed Chairman in 2020
BVI Red Cross Director Stacy Lloyd welcomed Powell as the new Chair and noted that the new Board reflects the diversity of the organisation’s volunteer base.
“I am happy to welcome Ms. Powell as our new Chairperson as well as the other new Board members. Our Board reflects the diversity of our volunteer base. I am confident that this new elected Board will continue to propel the organisations from strength to strength in line with our mission of assisting the most vulnerable population during crisis,” Lloyd said.
The Board will uphold the core ethos and values of the Red Cross with a key objective ” to mobilise the power of humanity so that individuals and communities have the capacity to prepare for, deal with and recover from crisis.”
The statement explained that the Board “sets and reviews policies, maintains the organisation’s financial integrity and evaluates its operations and effectiveness. Its role includes safeguarding the long-term reputation and assets of the Branch, and appointing the Director, who is responsible for the operational management of the organisation.”
The BVI Red Cross, which was established here in 1956, is the oldest non-profit in the territory.
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BVI Red Cross and Harneys Host Free Men’s Health Fair and Prostate Cancer Screening
The British Virgin Islands Red Cross, in partnership with Harneys, will host its Biennial Men’s Health Fair and Prostate Cancer Screening, aiming to provide essential health services and promote early detection of prostate cancer.
The free initiative will take place on Virgin Gorda on February 1, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Catholic Community Centre. On Tortola, the event will span two days, February 7 and 8, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Multipurpose Sports Complex.
Prostate cancer remains a significant health concern for men worldwide, with early detection playing a critical role in improving treatment outcomes. Recognising this, the BVI Red Cross, supported by Harneys, seeks to ensure men across the territory have access to free screenings and health information.
“This initiative emphasises the importance of early detection and preventative care,” said the Director of BVI Red Cross, Stacy Lloyd. “We are committed to creating opportunities for men to prioritise their health and access vital resources.”
In addition to prostate cancer screenings, the event will include a variety of health services and educational sessions on topics such as nutrition, mental health, and preventative care strategies. Local health professionals will be present to provide guidance and answer questions.
Organisers encourage men of all ages to attend the health fair and take advantage of the free screenings and consultations.
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