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Hi Seasters

This is a reminder to check your email for the 8th AGM and Election registration link.

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WiMAC Belize Virtual Speed Networking Mixer 🌊

Let’s kick off the new year by connecting with our amazing WiMAC community across the region! 💙✨

Inviting all Chapters to join us for a 1-hour Virtual Speed Networking Mixer, hosted by WiMAC Belize, where members can meet, share experiences, and strengthen regional connections in a fun and interactive way.

📅 Monday, January 19th
⏰ 1:00 PM Belize | 2:00 PM Jamaica | 3:00 PM Barbados
💻 Platform: Zoom

This session is open to all WiMAC members and is a great opportunity to:
✔️ Connect with seasters from different Chapters
✔️ Start the year inspired and engaged
✔️ Build meaningful regional relationships

Let’s show up, connect, and make 2026 a year of collaboration and impact! 🌟

🔗 Zoom link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83747206271?pwd=R2Zd0FZY4T5X7n7yrDdD1MjhasCnBG.1

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Let's celebrate

WiMAC President Dr. Evette Smith-Johnson, the Governing Council and our entire SEAsterhood congratulates our SEAster Mrs. Suhaily Epistola , on becoming the First Female Surveyor/Port State Officer, in Curaçao. On October 30th, 2025 she made her oath before the Acting Governor, Mrs. Caprilles Russel.

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we are celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child

Our President, Dr. Evette Smith-Johnson, shares this message "Today, we honour the boundless potential of every girl — especially those whose dreams rise like waves across our maritime world. The ocean of opportunity belongs to them too. As we navigate toward a more equitable future, we must ensure girls have access to education, mentorship, and the confidence to lead in every arena — from the bridge of a ship to the boardroom. Empowered girls are the captains of tomorrow’s progress. Let us invest in them, believe in them, and chart a course where no girl is left adrift!"

WIMAC-Suriname Chapter WIMAC Barbados WIMAC Belize Chapter WIMAC-Antigua and Barbuda Chapter WIMAC - Guyana Chapter Inc.
WIMAC Dominica Chapter

⚓️🛟Message from Regional Presence Office ⚓️🛟
Dear MARADs,

As we celebrate World Maritime Day 2025, we are reminded of how deeply the sea connects us all. For the Caribbean, the ocean is more than just a pathway for trade; it is the lifeline of our economies, the guardian of our environment, and the bridge that unites our islands and our people.

This year’s theme, in alignment with the IMO’s vision, calls us to look ahead with optimism and determination. Across our region, we have shown that when we work together, we can strengthen our maritime industry, protect our blue economy, and create opportunities for generations to come.

On this day, let us reaffirm our shared commitments:
⚓️To build a safe and secure maritime space for all;
⚓️To champion green and sustainable shipping that safeguards our precious seas;
⚓️To invest in our people, especially the seafarers and maritime professionals who keep the Caribbean moving; and
⚓️To continue embracing regional solidarity, knowing that together we are stronger.

On behalf of the Regional Presence Office, may this World Maritime Day inspire us to keep steering towards innovation, resilience, and sustainability, so that the Caribbean can continue to shine as a beacon of maritime excellence.

With warmest regards,
The Regional Presence