The National Cooperative Credit Union (NCCU) has demonstrated its commitment to youth development and cultural preservation by sponsoring contestants in two prestigious Dominican pageants: the 2026 Miss Teen Dominica and the Miss Dominica State College Mas Jamboree.
During an official sashing ceremony held on January 16, the financial institution formally appointed five young women as NCCU product ambassadors. The event featured the presentation of branded materials highlighting the credit union’s prominent financial products that each contestant will promote throughout the competition.
NCCU’s sponsored participants in the Miss Teen Dominica competition include:
– Janeece Williams (Goodwill Secondary School) representing Miss Christmas Club
– Jeffrine Joseph (Castle Bruce Secondary School) representing Miss Member Share Capital
– Ladira Dyer (Isaiah Thomas Secondary School) representing Miss Dollar Day
– Marina Jno Baptiste (Operation Youth Quake) representing Miss Young Savers
Additionally, Kalie Clarke, sponsored by NCCU in the Dominica State College Mas Jamboree Pageant, received the crown of Miss Momentum during the ceremony.
Ms. Kayan Toussaint, Secretary of the NCCU Board of Directors and former Miss Dominica 2009, emphasized the organization’s dedication to youth empowerment. “Young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow; they are the influencers of today,” stated Toussaint. “Through education, savings initiatives, sponsorship, and mentorship, NCCU continues to empower young people to believe in themselves, manage resources responsibly, and stand confidently in their identity and culture.”
The Miss Teen Dominica Pageant, organized by the Waitukubuli Dance Theatre Company, marks its 47th anniversary this year. The Mas Jamboree Pageant returns after a five-year hiatus, signaling a revival of cultural traditions and youth engagement platforms. The sashing ceremony was officiated by Ms. Marjorie C. Roberts, Vice President of the NCCU Board.