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VI first responders complete CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Fifteen first responders from the Caribbean, including sixteen police and fire officers from the Virgin Islands (VI), recently completed the CARICOM Disaster Response Unit Training in the Virgin Islands.
2nd cohort of BVI Care Certificate Programme underway with 22 participants
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Health and Social Development has officially launched the second cohort of the BVI Care Certificate Programme, with 22 participants.
BVI Red Cross partners with American Red Cross to deliver First Aid training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Red Cross is investing in strengthening its training capacity by certifying additional First Aid Instructors in partnership with the American Red Cross.
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VI to launch new 911 Computer-Aided Dispatch system on Sept 11
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A new 911 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system for the Virgin Islands is set to come on stream on Thursday, September 11, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen emergency response services in the territory.
‘Community policing is our identity’- Acting CoP Jacqueline E. Vanterpool
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has said community policing is the identity of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF).
Governor Pruce hails police training initiatives as essential for crime fighting within the region.
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said that important initiatives like the Community Policing Training and the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERT) provide the Virgin Islands (VI) with the opportunity to share experiences across several territories facing similar challenges.
Police officers’ new skills will shape the ‘very future of policing’- Acting CoP Vanterpool
DUFFS BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has told participants of the Community Policing Training and Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERT) that their newly learned skills will shape the future of policing in the Virgin Islands.
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Community policing training launched to enhance community engagement
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Acting Commissioner of Police Jacqueline E. Vanterpool has stated that effective policing relies on presence, engagement, and trust, and residents should know their officers not only during crises but also as visible, approachable, and proactive partners in community safety.
Mandatory training for proprietors & staff of water processing & distribution systems
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All water processing and distributing companies operating in the Territory will have to attend a mandatory training session.
Diverse group successfully complete Comprehensive Workforce Readiness Training
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- From July 1 to 4, 2025, the Department of Labour and Workforce Development successfully held an engaging and comprehensive four-day Workforce Readiness Training programme, aimed at equipping Virgin Islanders and Belongers with the skills necessary to thrive in today’s competitive job market.
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