Cooperative Division Dominica

Check out the buzz from the National Beekeepers Cooperative team at Ti Vilaj Kwéyòl! 🐝🇩🇲 Find all your favorite honey products at Honey in the Town! 🍯✨

National Beekeers Cooperative

Come experience the buzz at Honey in the Town at Ti Vilaj Kweyol Tout Biten Dominik as we celebrate our bees! 🐝

Come meet local beekeepers,
Taste honey delicacies like honey cake,
Enjoy activities for kids,
Discover unique gifts from the hive,
Explore how bees support our environment and food systems,
And Ofcourse get a wide variety of honey and other value added products

It’s more than just an event, it’s a story from flower to honey 🍯 Don’t miss out!

🌟 Celebrating Volunteerism in Cooperatives 🌟

On Saturday, July 5th, 2025, history was made in Dominica with the hosting of the first-ever Cooperative Awards Ceremony, under the powerful theme: “Celebrating Volunteerism”, as part of the global observance of the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.

The prestigious event took place at the InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa, where cooperators from across the island gathered in elegance and unity to honour the heartbeat of the movement — our volunteers and pioneers.

🏅 Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to 23 exceptional individuals namely: Arthur Francis, Nelson Smith, Baylon Fontaine, Josephine Dublin, Armour Thomas, Bonti Liverpool, Ellsworth Prevost, Gregory Riviere, Francis Paul, Helen Ambo, Mervin Alexander, Murphy Wallace, Ophilia Linton, Phillipa Daniel, Arlington Burnette, Revillius St. Rose, Stewart Paris, Sonia Williams, Jacob Durand, Kimanie Mourillon, Jeremie Christophe Maxima, Susanna Julianna Gordon and Olujide Obonyo. Their lifelong dedication, leadership, and service have built and sustained the cooperative movement in Dominica.

🌟 Two (2) Outstanding Volunteers Mr. Dexter Ducreay and Mrs. Vernice Bellony and�🌟 Two (2) Extraordinary Volunteers Ms. Susanna Julianna Gordon and Mrs. Josephine Dublin were recognized for their continued passion, impact, and commitment to the ideals of cooperation and community development.

🏆 In addition, Four (4) Cooperative Societies received Cooperative Awards. The winners were the National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd for Cooperative Youth and Innovation, Marigot Cooperative Credit Union Ltd for Cooperative Partnership and Community Engagement, National Cooperative Credit Union Ltd for Cooperative Financial excellence and National Beekeepers Cooperative Society Ltd for Cooperative Teamwork.

The Christian Union Primary School was also recognized for having a Multi-Purpose Junior Cooperative.
It was more than a ceremony — it was a celebration of purpose, people, and progress.
💚 Congratulations to all awardees! Your contributions are invaluable, and your work continues to inspire a future of solidarity, empowerment, and resilience.

🇩🇲✨ Happy International Day of Cooperatives – Dominica joins the world in celebration!

Today, we stand proud with cooperative societies across the globe under the 2025 theme:
“Cooperatives: Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World.”

In Dominica, cooperatives continue to play a vital role in empowering communities — from agriculture and fisheries to finance, youth, and renewable energy. Together, we are building resilience, opportunity, and shared prosperity for generations to come.

As we celebrate this special day, let’s remember:
✅ Cooperation means inclusion
✅ Cooperation means ownership
✅ Cooperation means sustainable development

Let’s continue to grow stronger through unity, purpose, and people-centered progress.

💚💛🖤 Join us in recognizing the heart and strength of the cooperative movement in Dominica!

Celebrate World Bee Day with the National Beekeepers Cooperative on May 20,2025.

Join them as they honor the bees, the beekeepers, and the power of pollination. You’re invited to take part in a week of learning, sharing, and sweet experiences!

Whether you're a beekeeper, bee lover, or just curious, there's something for everyone. Let’s come together to celebrate and protect these tiny pollinators that make a big difference!

Happy International Women’s Day to the amazing women in cooperatives.

Today, we celebrate your resilience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to building stronger, more inclusive communities. Your dedication empowers not only your families but also entire societies, proving that when women come together, we can change the world.

Thank you for your strength, vision, and the difference you make every day. Let’s continue breaking barriers, uplifting one another, and working towards a brighter, more equitable future for all.✨

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