Commonwealth Sport President Dr Donald Rukare and Sandra Osborne, President of Commonwealth Sport Barbados, met with senior leaders in Barbados this week as a part of the Commonwealth Sport Executive Board’s go to to the island.
The conferences, together with engagements with the President of Barbados, His Excellency Lieutenant Colonel The Most Honourable Jeffrey Davidson Bostic, FB, MVO and Minister for Sport Charles Griffith, supplied a possibility to strengthen partnerships and focus on the position of sport in supporting nationwide improvement, communities and younger individuals.
The go to displays Commonwealth Sport’s dedication to taking its governance exercise throughout its membership, partaking instantly with member nations, understanding native priorities and constructing relationships that help the supply of sport as a drive for optimistic change throughout the Commonwealth.
Commenting on his assembly with the President of Barbados, Dr Donald Rukare, President of Commonwealth Sport, stated: “It was a privilege to satisfy with the President of Barbados and to speak concerning the position sport performs in individuals’s lives and throughout communities. We’ve been very grateful for the nice and cozy hospitality we’ve obtained and the chance to immerse ourselves in Barbadian tradition.
“Strong partnerships between governments and the Commonwealth Sport Movement are key to creating opportunities for young people, supporting communities and making a real difference through sport across the Commonwealth.”
Sandra Osborne, President of Commonwealth Sport Barbados and Vice-President of Commonwealth Sport added: “We have significantly valued the chance to have interaction instantly with authorities and Commonwealth Sport management throughout this go to.
“These discussions are vital in making certain we’re aligned in our ambitions for sport in Barbados and in strengthening the position it may play in nationwide improvement.
“With Glasgow 2026 on the horizon, moments like this help to strengthen our partnerships, inspire our Team Barbados athletes and reinforce our shared commitment to delivering positive impact through sport.”
Charles Griffith, Minister of Sport for Barbados, stated: “It is a pleasure to welcome Commonwealth Sport’s Executive Board to Barbados and to host this vital gathering.
“The Commonwealth Sport Movement performs an vital position in creating athletes, strengthening sporting programs and creating alternatives for younger individuals, whereas additionally bringing communities collectively by sport.
“As Team Barbados looks ahead to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, hosting the wider Commonwealth Sport Movement here in Barbados comes at an important time. It gives us a chance to share our culture, strengthen our partnerships and build momentum as we prepare for the Games.”
