Close Menu
Asberth News Network
    Facebook Instagram
    • Home
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of use
    • Download App
    Facebook Instagram
    Asberth News Network
    • Home
    • Latest News
    • Breaking News
    • Local News
    • Regional/International News
    • Sports
    • Opinion
    • Back to School
    Asberth News Network
    Home»Main Story»Union Island Community Leader Recognized
    Main Story

    Union Island Community Leader Recognized

    January 30, 2022No Comments3 Mins Read
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Telegram WhatsApp
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

    Union Island resident- Stanford Coy, was last Thursday recognized for his sterling contribution to life on the island, especially in the area of Disaster Management. {{more}}
    Coy, who began his unbroken tenure with the Island’s Disaster Committee in 1990, was the toast of honour at a pomp ceremony held at the Richmond Beach on his native Union Island, Thursday, 20th January, 2021.


    The well decorated venue, the glowing speeches, tangible tokens and the presence of family members and others from the community, were befitting of the impact Coy has had in his many years of community service. 


    Organised by the Union Island District Council, the turn of events on the day was filled with emotion, Coy included.
    Noting that he did not perform his duties on the Disaster Management Committee to be recognized, Coy disclosed that he just loves serving.


    “I love it, so it was not tedious to me … It was not strenuous, because I love to do what I was doing,” Coy stated.
    Detailing his responsibilities as Chair of the Committee, Coy confirmed, “My duties were to open up the shelters, control where the storage is, get everybody organized when there is a pending storm , co-ordinate all the frontline workers, such as airport staff, police officers and so on.”


    Although last Thursday’s ceremony signalled the end of his tenure, Coy said he will still be around to assist as the need arises.
    “I am and will be always there once health and strength with me and called upon.  I will be there because I love Union Island and I want to thank everyone for this occasion,” Coy committed.
    Coy, however has more to come, as there is another recognition ceremony planned for him, this time by the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO). 
    Total Surprise 
    Coy’s emotions on the day, went through different gears, from being upset, to surprise, to elation.This, as he had no inkling of the ceremony. 


    Recalling the eventful day, Coy, who is also a church leader, said he was informed that he had to go to the venue to do the opening prayer for a Marriage Renewal. 
    “At first, I was really mad because of the late invitation to perform such a duty, but I still went… When I got there they were all waiting on me, they put me to sit with my wife…When they announced what the occasion was all about … I got emotional and I started to cry,” Coy related. 


    “My children and grandchildren were there …It was a surprise to me… I was very emotional, but at the end of the day, I was elated,” he added. 
    Coy thanked all for making the occasion a special one, one that he will always cherish.

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email

    Related Posts

    CDC Reveals Power-Packed Line-Up for 2025 Soca & Ragga Soca Monarch Semi-Finals

    June 15, 2025

    NDP View – We have a plan to develop SVG

    June 14, 2025

    KARYBAL FARMS Partners with Government to Operate Montreal Greenhouse Park

    June 14, 2025

    Keys to rebuilding the Southern Grenadines

    June 13, 2025
    Add A Comment

    Comments are closed.

    • Home
    • Latest News
    • Breaking News
    • Local News
    • Regional/International News
    • Sports
    • Opinion
    • Back to School
    Our Socials
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    ANN

    Asbert News Network is the premier destination for local, regional and international news in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It’s tomorrow’s news today.

    © 2025 Asbert News Network
    • Home
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of use
    • Download App

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.