May 21, 2026 No comments
22 candidates move forward with full PhD scholarship application
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Twenty-two researchers have advanced to the next phase of the PhD Scholarships 2025 programme. They are invited to develop their initial idea into a full application. From idea to full proposal At the end of 2025 and early 2026, a committee of 23 Caribbean researchers reviewed 72 pre-proposals. Based on this, 22 candidates were selected to continue. The NWO Executive Board confirmed this decision in March 2026. Careful assessment Each submission was reviewed by three to five committee members. Based on scores and feedback, 22 candidates were invited to proceed. That is more than anticipated for due to the high quality of the submitted pre-proposals. Opportunity to respond Candidates who were not selected had the opportunity to respond to factual inaccuracies....
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May 20, 2026 No comments
Parliament of Sint Maarten officially invited to join ParlAmericas as Associate Member
SINT MAARTEN/CANADA - The Hon. Sarah A. Wescot-Williams, President of Parliament, was welcomed to the Council Meeting of ParlAmericas on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, following the unanimous approval to establish a new category of membership —Associate Member— and to invite the Parliament of Sint Maarten to officially join ParlAmericas as an Associate Member. ParlAmericas is an international organization that brings together the national parliaments of countries across North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. It serves as a platform for parliamentarians to cooperate, share ideas, and engage in political dialogue on regional issues. Its primary objective is to strengthen democracy, governance, and human rights by promoting collaboration, exchanging best legislative practices, and supporting legislators in their work within their...
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May 20, 2026 No comments
BOPP Registration Officially Opens for the 28th Annual Edition of the Program
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Department of Youth is pleased to announce that registration is now officially open for the 28th Annual Edition of the Business Outreach & Placement Program (BOPP). For nearly three decades, BOPP has continued to provide youth on Sint Maarten with valuable opportunities to gain practical work experience, strengthen their professional skills, and prepare for future career pathways through placements within both the public and private sectors. Over the years, the program has also evolved into an important platform for youth engagement and youth participation by empowering youth to actively contribute within professional environments, build confidence, share innovative ideas, and become more meaningfully involved in national development. The 2026 BOPP Program is scheduled to run from July 6th...
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May 20, 2026 No comments
EmpowerEd Initiative Launches at MPC to Advance Youth Cancer Prevention
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC), in collaboration with the Positive Foundation and the Elektralytes Foundation, is proud to announce the successful launch of EmpowerEd: Reproductive Cancer Education Initiative for Adolescents in Sint Maarten at Milton Peters College. This innovative, school-based initiative is designed to equip young people with the knowledge and confidence needed to prevent reproductive cancers and engage in early help-seeking behaviors. The program reflects a shared commitment among partners to advance adolescent health literacy, reduce stigma and promote equitable access to preventioneducation. The EmpowerEd launch included a Parent Information Forum on March 26th, followed by a Youth Educational Workshop on March 30th, where 22 students participated. Students engaged in interactive learning experiences focused on understanding cancer risks, prevention strategies and how to navigate conversations...
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May 20, 2026 No comments
SOL Petroleum Supports SXM Doet with Fuel Voucher Contribution
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - SXM Doet is pleased to announce the generous contribution of twenty (20) gas vouchers from SOL Antilles N.V in support of the 2026 edition of SXM Doet. The fuel vouchers will be used to assist SXM Doet’s volunteer coaches, who play an essential role in ensuring the smooth coordination and support of projects taking place across the island during the two Doet days. Volunteer coaches are responsible for traveling to various project locations, offering guidance, checking in on participating organizations, and helping maintain the momentum and spirit of volunteerism throughout the event. This contribution helps ease some of the transportation related costs experienced by volunteer coaches and serves as a meaningful gesture of appreciation for their dedication...
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