(L-R) Acting Commissioner of Police Richard Ullger, Chief Inspector Adrianne Grant-Davis and Deputy Governor Mr David D. Archer Jr. Photo: RVIPF

The British Overseas Territories Women in Policing Awards recognise the exceptional female officers and allies across the Overseas Territories who are driving change, leadership, and innovation within policing. Photo: WiPN

Winners of the 2026 British Overseas Territories Women in Policing Awards were announced during an online ceremony on April 29, 2026. Photo: WiPN

The awards are supported by the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and the Women in Policing Network. It recognises the exceptional female officers and allies across the Overseas Territories who are driving change, leadership, and innovation within policing.

The awardees were announced during an online ceremony on April 29, 2026. 

In September 2022, Chief Inspector Grant-Davis represented the Virgin Islands at the funeral procession of Queen Elizabeth II. 

An outstanding achievement

The RVIPF, in a statement, said it was proud to celebrate the “outstanding achievement” of Chief Inspector Grant-Davis. The Leader of the Future Award specifically honours emerging leaders who are already making a meaningful impact within the policing family. 

Chief Inspector Grant-Davis was nominated for the award and emerged as the winner. Winners are selected through a nomination process and reviewed by an independent panel. 

Deputy Governor, Mr David D. Archer Jr, personally presented Chief Inspector Grant-Davis with her award in the presence of Acting Commissioner of Police, Richard Ullger, senior RVIPF leadership, officers and staff of the organisation. 

It was described as a proud and memorable moment for the RVIPF.