The National Community Foundation (NCF) has proudly announced that its Executive Director, Vanya Reid-Hinkson, has been chosen to participate in the United Nations Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent. Hosted by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, this prestigious program aims to empower emerging leaders of African descent by fostering human rights, equality, and sustainable development. Reid-Hinkson is one of only nine global fellows selected for the 2025 cohort and one of two representatives from the Caribbean, alongside a colleague from Jamaica, a nation currently recovering from a catastrophic hurricane. Their selection underscores the Caribbean’s resilience and dedication to advancing equitable development, inclusion, and social justice. The three-week intensive program in Geneva will enable fellows to engage with international experts, organizations, and missions while developing projects tailored to their countries’ needs. Reid-Hinkson’s focus will be on enhancing human rights education, community empowerment, and policy accountability, aligning with Saint Lucia’s development goals. Her leadership at the NCF has already driven initiatives improving access to healthcare, education, housing, and social assistance, empowering vulnerable groups. This fellowship highlights Saint Lucia’s growing role in global human rights and development frameworks, as well as the critical contributions of civil society. Reid-Hinkson expressed her gratitude, stating, ‘This fellowship is both an honour and a responsibility. It allows me to represent Saint Lucia and the Caribbean in global discussions on equality and human development. The insights gained will strengthen our efforts to address community needs with fairness and accountability.’ The NCF sees this as a pivotal opportunity to bolster partnerships with government, civil society, and the private sector, reinforcing its commitment to dignity, equity, and inclusion as cornerstones of sustainable development.