Sweet Success | A Week of Honour and Reflection
A Week of Honour and Reflection
The 9th Annual Centenarian Week, hosted by the Community Development and Citizens’ Engagement Division under the Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation, ended on a high note with a Bake Sale Fundraiser on Friday, June 13, 2025.
The week honoured Antigua and Barbuda’s 11 centenarians, including 104-year-old Mrs. Hermena Goodwin of Jonas Road. From Days of Prayer to gift distributions and youth volunteerism, the week paid tribute to those who have shaped the nation with their resilience and legacy.
Bake Sale: Serving Sweetness for a Cause
Held in the parking lot of the Doumith Building, Old Paraham Road, the Bake Sale featured cakes, tarts, pastries, drinks, and local treats. All proceeds will go toward centenarian projects focused on wellness, visibility, and community support.
Staff, volunteers, and supporters turned, making it not just a fundraiser but a meaningful show of appreciation for our elders.
Visibility Across the Nation
Earlier in the week, community signboards and national billboards were installed in honour of each centenarian. These displays-placed at the YMCA, V.C. Bird International Airport, and major roads-highlighted the nation’s oldest citizens as symbols of strength and pride.
Looking Ahead
The Ministry extends gratitude to everyone who contributed, from sponsors, stakeholders and youth ambassadors to the wider public. As the week concludes, the Division remains committed to honouring our elders and preserving their legacy for generations to come.
Let’s continue to honour the past by investing in those who built it.
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