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Caribbean Public Services Association wants VI to join

- said VI representation on the CPSA needs to be pursued
Efforts to secure proper representation for the Virgin Islands (VI) on the Caribbean Public Services Association (CPSA) have fallen short in the past; however, there have been initiatives aimed at integrating the VI into this influential organisation, which comprises 12 member affiliates from across the Caribbean. Photo: CPSA/Facebook
Mr Thomas Letang, the General Secretary of the Caribbean Public Service Association (CPSA), has highlighted the efforts made to integrate the Virgin Islands and the United States Virgin Islands into the CPSA, emphasising that these initiatives should be reignited for the Virgin Islands and potentially other territories as well. Photo: File
Mr Thomas Letang, the General Secretary of the Caribbean Public Service Association (CPSA), has highlighted the efforts made to integrate the Virgin Islands and the United States Virgin Islands into the CPSA, emphasising that these initiatives should be reignited for the Virgin Islands and potentially other territories as well. Photo: File
ROSEAU, Dominica- Efforts to secure proper representation for the Virgin Islands (VI) on the Caribbean Public Services Association (CPSA) have fallen short in the past; however, there have been initiatives aimed at integrating the VI into this influential organisation, which comprises 12 member affiliates from across the Caribbean.

Thomas Letang, the General Secretary of the CPSA, articulated these concerns during the opening ceremony of the CPSA’s highly anticipated 53rd Annual General Conference, which took place on Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Dominica.

This conference, which spans an entire week, serves as a crucial platform for trade union representatives from various Caribbean nations to engage in meaningful discussions on pressing regional issues related to labour rights and trade union representation for workers.

Discussions to revisited

In his remarks, Mr Letang, the General Secretary of the CPSA, highlighted the efforts made to integrate the Virgin Islands and the United States Virgin Islands into the CPSA, emphasising that these initiatives should be reignited for the Virgin Islands and potentially other territories as well.

He stressed the importance of revisiting these discussions to foster collaboration and representation in the Caribbean.

Moreover, Mr Letang revealed that the CPSA’s strategic plan includes a dedicated focus on marketing and outreach initiatives aimed at enhancing the visibility of the association.

By implementing these strategies, the CPSA aims to broaden its recognition, not only throughout the Caribbean region but also internationally, fostering solidarity and support among trade unions dedicated to advocating for the rights and needs of workers everywhere.

The interests and welfare of public servants in the Virgin Islands are represented by the Virgin Islands Civil Service Association (VICSA).

5 Responses to “Caribbean Public Services Association wants VI to join”

  • how much (22/07/2025, 12:11) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    money will the CPSA pay the VICSA to join? Hopefully some six figure dollar amount!
  • Funny (22/07/2025, 12:22) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    all they want is more suckers paying them monthy dues
  • vex (22/07/2025, 12:32) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    Another talk shop
  • BuzzBvi (22/07/2025, 13:30) Like (1) Dislike (2) Reply
    Ha ha. Can you imagine unions in the VI.

    Premier working hard to have the minimum wage lowered to help his business buddies.

    No help for the VI people from this Government.

    This premier is not working for the people. He and the Greedy Bill Possee just working for themselves family and friends.

    VI would destroy CPSA!
  • Cindy (22/07/2025, 16:42) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    the bvi should join if there is a change of government in the bvi there will be wide spread victimization


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