The St Michael parish celebrated the exceptional contributions of 100 dedicated residents during the Pride of Barbados Awards ceremony at State House on Friday. Hosted by President Sandra Mason, the event honored individuals who have made significant impacts in various community initiatives. Among the awardees were Julene Kellman, recognized for her work in education and support for breast cancer patients through the Olive Branch of Hope Foundation; Dean Squires, applauded for using sports to engage youth; and Calisa Wilson, one of the youngest honorees, acknowledged for her efforts in educating children in underserved areas. The ceremony, part of the We Gatherin’ programme, highlighted the importance of community service and its role in fostering societal growth. St Michael North West MP Neil Rowe and St Michael West Central MP Ian Gooding-Edghill praised the recipients for their unwavering commitment, urging others to follow their example. The event concluded with a call to continue uplifting community development across Barbados.