A prominent member of the Rotary Club of Barbados has called on policymakers to prioritize the needs of the country’s youngest and most vulnerable mothers as the government implements expanded parental leave and other initiatives to support working women. Arlene Ross, a former president of the club, emphasized that while the government’s efforts are commendable, more must be done to address the unique challenges faced by underage mothers, a group she described as often overlooked and stigmatized.