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Residents of St. John\u2019s Rural East will have access to new educational opportunities in 2026 through a scholarship initiative announced by Hon. Maria Browne.<\/p>

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Browne is offering 20 fully funded scholarships for constituents to pursue selected short courses at the University of the West Indies Global Campus<\/a>, with a focus on practical, career-oriented training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme targets individuals seeking to strengthen their professional skills across a wide range of fields, including human resource management, supervisory and office management, marketing, labour law, occupational health and safety, project management, financial planning for small businesses, customer service, and early childhood education. Courses in areas such as real estate law, procurement, teaching fundamentals, and workplace leadership are also included.<\/p>

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According to the announcement, the initiative is aimed at empowering residents through accessible education that supports workforce development and personal advancement within the constituency.<\/p>

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The scholarships are fully funded and available exclusively to residents of St. John\u2019s Rural East. Interested applicants are encouraged to seek further information by calling 268-720-7724.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The programme forms part of ongoing efforts to expand access to education and skills training at the community level ahead of 2026.<\/p>

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