JCI Dominica has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the Best Local Global Goals Project Award at the 2025 JCI World Congress in Tunis, Tunisia. The accolade was awarded for their transformative initiative, ‘Read With Me,’ which has been instrumental in promoting early literacy, fostering family engagement, and ensuring equitable access to educational resources for children across Dominica. Rooted in Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education, the project integrates awareness, action, and sustainability through various activities, including reading sessions, book drives, capacity-building workshops for parents and caregivers, and the distribution of literacy tools. Mr. Phael Lander, the Local President of JCI Dominica, expressed immense pride in the achievement, stating that the initiative, which began in 2020, was driven by a vision to cultivate a love for reading, enhance family involvement, and make learning accessible to every child. He emphasized that the award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the organization’s members, partners, and volunteers. JCI Dominica also extended gratitude to schools, families, and stakeholders who supported the project, reaffirming their commitment to empowering young citizens and driving impactful community transformation.
JCI Dominica Makes History, Wins Best Local Global Goals Project at 2025 JCI World Congress in Tunis, Tunisia
