Anegada Public Officers Celebrate Completion of Public Service 101 Course

Thirty-three public officers living and working on Anegada have recently completed the Public Service 101 course, marking the successful delivery of this essential training across all four main islands of the Virgin Islands.

Public Service 101, a comprehensive three-day course offered by the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute (VIPSLI), is mandatory for all public officers. Participants, including staff from various departments and educators, gained in-depth knowledge about the Government’s systems, frameworks, and best practices necessary for success in their roles.

Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Sharleen DaBreo-Lettsome, MBE, lauded the achievement and underscored the importance of the course being conducted on all major islands.

“Public Service 101 represents a critical starting point for learning and development in the Public Service,” said Mrs. DaBreo-Lettsome. “It allows public officers to be more informed about the systems and procedures within the organization, which will aid them as they seek to progress in their professional lives. This milestone marks a critical step for the future of learning and development in the Public Service.”

Throughout the course, public officers engaged with a variety of topics presented by experts in their respective fields. Sessions included “The Public Service and You,” “Office Procedures in the Public Service,” “The National Sustainable Development Plan,” and an extensive presentation from the Department of Human Resources, among others.

Dr. Connie E. George, Director of the Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute, emphasized the transformative impact of the course. “Hundreds of public officers across our four major islands have now experienced Public Service 101. This course presents a thrilling three-day learning experience that causes the attendees to not only consider the organization of the Public Service, but it allows for each officer to take a full look at themselves and truly consider their vision for their time in the Public Service.”

To date, VIPSLI has hosted six Public Service 101 sessions, including one specifically designed for educators. The institute remains committed to fostering a world-class Public Service through continuous learning and development opportunities.

The Government of the Virgin Islands’ dedication to building a knowledgeable and efficient public service is evident through initiatives like Public Service 101, which equip officers with the tools needed to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to the territory’s development.