The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has made a significant contribution to Dominica’s Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Social Services (MOHWSS) by donating a 40-inch Vizio Smart TV and a mobile stand. This initiative, announced in a recent media release, aims to strengthen health education, raise public awareness, and support community outreach programs across the island. The donation highlights PAHO’s dedication to delivering essential health information directly to local communities.
The official handover ceremony occurred on October 8, 2025, with Nicole Slack-Liburd, PAHO Country Programme Specialist, presenting the equipment to Dr. Kyra Paul-L’Homme, Permanent Secretary of the MOHWSS. Mignon Rolle-Shillingford, Coordinator of the Health Promotion Unit, also attended the event. Slack-Liburd emphasized the importance of community-centered healthcare, stating, ‘A core principle of the primary healthcare approach is meeting people where they are.’ She added that the mobile stand ensures the device can be utilized not only in health facilities but also in various community locations.
The donation is expected to bolster the Ministry’s Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and other public health initiatives. Additionally, PAHO continues to support Vaccination Week in the Americas (VWA) 2025 by distributing educational materials and extending vaccination service hours at the Fond Cole Health Centre and surrounding areas.
The new equipment will enable health professionals to display educational content, health messages, and awareness videos during outreach events, school visits, and health fairs, fostering improved health literacy and community engagement. Dr. Paul-L’Homme expressed gratitude for PAHO’s unwavering partnership, noting that the donation will significantly enhance the Ministry’s ability to deliver effective and accessible health education to all citizens.
PAHO’s collaboration with the Dominican government remains focused on creating healthier communities through innovative approaches, improved accessibility, and empowerment.