BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – The St. Kitts & Nevis Red Cross Society (SKNRCS) has formally confirmed the full roster of its newly elected Governing Board, following a quadrennial General Assembly held on October 19, 2025. The incoming leadership team will steer the national humanitarian organization through a two-year term, advancing its core mission to reduce human suffering and support vulnerable communities across the two-island federation.
Heading the new board is President Dr. Kerdis Clarke, who will work alongside a cross-island leadership team that includes representatives from both St. Kitts and Nevis, combining long-serving volunteers with emerging community advocates. The full appointed and elected leadership for the 2025–2027 term includes Mrs. Vercelette Molyneaux as Vice President for St. Kitts, Mrs. Georgette Hanley as Vice President for Nevis, Mrs. Vernesia Walters as Treasurer, and Mr. Za Meire GiVace as Youth Director. Floor representatives for St. Kitts are Mrs. Corlis Hyligar and Ms. Kerine Warner, while Nevis is represented by Ms. Pearl Bartlette and Ms. Philicia Walters.
In addition to the core Governing Board members, two Branch Directors were selected through separate 2025 Branch Assembly processes: Mrs. Shantell Pemberton-Chumney will lead the St. Kitts branch, and Mr. Chris Clarke will oversee operations for the Nevis branch. Two specialized appointed roles round out the leadership structure: Mrs. Shyra Manners serves as the board’s Legal Advisor, and Mr. Timothy Martin takes on the critical role of Disaster Coordinator, a key position for the Caribbean archipelago vulnerable to climate-driven extreme weather events.
In his first remarks following the formal appointment, Dr. Clarke emphasized that the new leadership brings a balanced mix of seasoned expertise and innovative new outlooks, all aligned with the long-held fundamental principles of the global Red Cross movement. “We are entering a season of renewed commitment to our communities,” Dr. Clarke stated. “This board represents a blend of experienced leadership and fresh perspectives, all united by the fundamental principles of the Red Cross.”
The SKNRCS also issued a public statement of gratitude to donor partners, community collaborators, and the general public of St. Kitts & Nevis for their sustained support, as the new board begins its term of service. Members of the media can reach Communications Officer Shelagh James at shelagh.james@sknrcs.org or 869-663-8036 for additional inquiries, or contact President Dr. Clarke directly at kerdis.clarke@sknrcs.org or 869-661-4174. A full recording of President Clarke’s address to the General Assembly is available via the link published alongside the original SKNRCS press release.