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The British High Commission of St. Vincent and the Grenadines has launched its first Resident British Commissioner (RBC) for a Day initiative, which will provide the opportunity for Vincentian women to gain hands-on career experience in the field of diplomatic relations.

The Resident British Commissioner (RBC) for a Day initiative is supported by DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief, a US-based organization which seeks to address the needs of Vincentian women, children, and families through their programmes and initiatives. The programme invites female candidates between the ages of 18 and 25 to submit a two-three minute video explaining why they should be the RBC for a day, at least one recommendation for how to address gender-based violence against women and girls, and a brief explanation as to how the role as RBC for a Day aligns with their aspirations.

Candidates must also like and follow both the UK in Barbados and Eastern Caribbean and DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief’s Facebook pages. Entries should be submitted to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by no later than 11:59 p.m. on 16th February, 2024. The winner will be announced March 1st and will assume the role of Resident British Commissioner for a Day on 8th March, 2024, coinciding with International Women’s Day.

SOURCE: DMV-SVG Mutual Aid Relief