{"id":13446,"date":"2024-03-07T00:56:53","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T00:56:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caribbeantourismauthority.com\/?p=13446"},"modified":"2024-06-18T13:17:11","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T13:17:11","slug":"usvi-175th-emancipation-commemoration-committee-marks-international-womens-day-2024-honors-territorys-dozen-roses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caribbeantourismauthority.com\/staging\/1605\/usvi-175th-emancipation-commemoration-committee-marks-international-womens-day-2024-honors-territorys-dozen-roses\/","title":{"rendered":"USVI 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee Marks International Women\u2019s Day 2024; Honors Territory\u2019s \u201cDozen Roses\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (March 7, 2024) \u2013 In recognizing International Women\u2019s Day on March 8, 2024, the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee chooses to honor the contributions of the Territory\u2019s women not only to its rich historical past, but also to the present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Carol M. Burke, Chairwoman of the 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee, noted that throughout the history of the Virgin Islands, women have been central figures in shaping the islands\u2019 culture, heritage and progress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">\u201cOur committee is proud to honor the women who have set trailblazing examples before us. Through their lives they demonstrate leadership, integrity, and the ability to impact our society positively. We are grateful for those who forged the paths for the many smart, amazing women we have as leaders and trailblazers today,\u201d she said.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">As part of its Women\u2019s History Month celebration, the 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee will pay special homage this year to an honor roll of a \u201cDozen Roses\u201d, 12 women of notable accomplishments in a range of areas impacting the Virgin Islands\u2019 community and quality of life. Embodying qualities of leadership, innovation and community service, the selected women hail from sectors including public service, banking and telecommunications, hospitality and education, legal services, entrepreneurship and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The honorees are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Dina Perry-Malone, Vice President, First Bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Jennifer Matarangas-King, Vice President, Viya<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Elizabeth Armstrong, Owner, The Buccaneer Beach and Golf Resort<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Karen Nelthropp, Guest Relations Manager, Cruzan Rum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Cynthia Arnold, Vice President, Diageo USVI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Marjorie Roberts, President, Marjorie Roberts, PC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Karla Yhan, St. Croix Island Manager, Tropical Shipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Maria Cabret, Judge, Supreme Court<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Dr. Karen Harris Brown, Dean, School of Education, University of the Virgin Islands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Anise Hodge, Deputy Executive Director, Virgin Islands Port Authority<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Sonia Sprauve, Entrepreneur<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Elizabeth Rogers, Owner, Colormax<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">\u201cThe leadership and dedication of these women have not only contributed to the economic and cultural vitality of the U.S. Virgin Islands, but also serve as an inspiration for future generations,\u201d observed Chairwoman Burke, herself a prominent figure and a pillar of leadership within the U.S. Virgin Islands, who has dedicated her life to public service, community development, and the advancement of the Territory\u2019s cultural heritage. A seventh-generation Crucian, Burke\u2019s journey from her early education on St. Croix to her role in both local and national politics showcases her commitment to her community and her passion for social justice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Throughout her career, Burke has held a variety of leadership positions, including serving as the Assistant Commissioner for Employment and Training at the Department of Labor, where she was instrumental in developing the Labor Investing for Tomorrow (LIFT) program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">As Chairwoman of the 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee, Burke\u2019s leadership was pivotal in organizing events and initiatives that celebrated the emancipation of slaves in the former Danish West Indies, today\u2019s U.S. Virgin Islands. She proudly shares this space with equally strong, diverse, and inspiring women.&nbsp;Her work with the committee demonstrates her dedication to preserving the islands\u2019 rich cultural identity and promoting its historical significance on both a national and international level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The U.S. Virgin Islands 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee invites all Virgin Islanders to be reminded of the vital role women play in shaping society and contributing to cultural preservation, political leadership, and community development. Over the coming months, the committee will continue its work to commemorate the Virgin Islands\u2019 proud legacy through events and initiatives such as \u201cCall of the Conch\u201d, the Cruzan Rum-branded specialty brand created for the Committee; the Food Fair on St. Thomas; St. Thomas Carnival activities; \u201cFreedom Week\u201d and Emancipation Ball; the Anna Heegard Memorial and Garden Ceremony; the dedication of Emancipation Drive; other public space naming events, and more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ST. CROIX, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (March 7, 2024) \u2013 In recognizing International Women\u2019s Day on March 8, 2024, the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) 175th Emancipation Commemoration Committee chooses to honor the contributions of the Territory\u2019s women not only to its rich historical past, but also to the present. Carol M. 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