Christmas Message 2024: Bright future ahead

As we embrace this festive season, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey we have shared and the exciting path that lies ahead. With the joyful spirit of Christmas upon us, I invite you to celebrate not only this holiday but also the incredible legacy we have built together over nearly three decades.
The year 2025 marks a significant milestone for our organisation as we celebrate our 30th anniversary. This remarkable achievement is a testament to our collective dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to our mission. Each of you has played an integral role in shaping our organisation and contributing to the impact we have made in our community.
As we gather with friends and family during this holiday season, let us remember the values that have guided us: collaboration, integrity, and innovation. These principles are the foundation upon which our legacy is built, and they will continue to inspire us as we look to the future.
The coming year presents us with an incredible opportunity to not only honour our past but also to envision the next chapter of our story. Together, we will build on this legacy, strengthening our initiatives and expanding our reach to serve even more individuals and communities.
I encourage each of you to take a moment to appreciate how far we have come and to dream of what we can achieve together. Let us carry that spirit of hope and possibility into the new year, preparing for a celebration that honours our journey and our shared vision for an even brighter future.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, Management and Staff of BARP I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year filled with joy, peace, and fulfillment. May this holiday season be a time of reflection, love, and togetherness as we look forward to another extraordinary year with one another.

Marilyn Rice-Bowen

President, The Barbados Association of Retired Persons (BARP)