Two Dominican agricultural extension officers receive UWI post-grad diplomas in climate resilience

The Dominican Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy has officially recognized two extension officers for their academic achievements in climate-resilient agriculture. Delroy Williams and Jason Bruno have successfully obtained their Postgraduate Diplomas in Climate Resilience in Agriculture Extension from the University of the West Indies Global Campus.

These graduates formed part of a cohort of 48 Dominican students within the UWI Global Campus’s Class of 2025. The institution celebrated its virtual commencement ceremony on January 10, 2026, honoring a total of 1,264 graduates across various disciplines.

In an official statement released via social media platforms, the Ministry highlighted the significance of this educational milestone: “This accomplishment demonstrates your unwavering commitment to advancing climate-smart agricultural methodologies and building resilience within our farming communities. The expertise you have gained will prove instrumental in assisting agricultural producers to adapt to climate variability, boost production efficiency, and maintain sustainable food security systems.”

The Ministry further emphasized: “We applaud your dedication to professional development and contributions to national agricultural progress. Exceptional work, and we anticipate the meaningful contributions your expertise will bring to practical agricultural applications. Our congratulations on this significant achievement.”

The graduation proceedings were conducted under the thematic banner “Pelicans in an AI-Driven Future,” reflecting the institution’s forward-looking approach to education in an era of technological transformation.