{"id":216459,"date":"2024-11-16T09:35:44","date_gmt":"2024-11-16T13:35:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=216459"},"modified":"2024-11-16T09:35:45","modified_gmt":"2024-11-16T13:35:45","slug":"daina-barnes-honoured-with-2024-crystal-volunteer-award-from-halo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/daina-barnes-honoured-with-2024-crystal-volunteer-award-from-halo\/","title":{"rendered":"Daina Barnes Honoured with 2024 Crystal Volunteer Award from Halo"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Earlier this week , singer and educator Daina Barnes was presented with the prestigious 2024 Crystal Volunteer Award by Her Excellency Sandra, Lady Williams, President of the Halo Foundation, at a ceremony held at Government House.<\/p>

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Daina is the inaugural recipient of this award, which will be given annually to an individual who exemplifies exceptional dedication and willingness to support the Halo Foundation\u2019s mission of caring for the vulnerable and needy in Antigua and Barbuda and beyond. This recognition highlights the invaluable contribution of those \u00a0who donate their time and talent to uplift various worthy causes \u00a0through volunteerism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are so proud to present this award to Daina,\u201d said H.E. Lady Williams. \u201cHer unwavering commitment to our initiatives, such as Wings of Charity in London and Music For A Cause during the Christmas season in Antigua, showcases her deep involvement in helping others. Daina is a true advocate for all of the areas in which Halo is active: art and culture, community outreach, support for the differently abled, education, the elderly, history and heritage, environmental sustainability, health, sports, women\u2019s empowerment, world peace, and youth development.\u201d<\/p>

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Daina Barnes first gained prominence as a finalist in the Pan Caribbean Singing Competition (The Digicel Rising Star Competition) in 2007. In addition to her successful music career, she is a dedicated primary school teacher and has released some popular singles and albums, further illustrating her passion for both education and the arts.<\/p>

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