Senator Shenella Govia Promises Dedication and Inclusivity as New Minister of State in Education, Sports, and Creative Industries
Senator Shenella Govia expressed her deep gratitude and commitment today after being sworn in as the Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries.
Addressing her elevation, she thanked Prime Minister Gaston Browne and his cabinet for their trust, recognizing the journey she has taken since she began working alongside Browne when he was the Leader of the Opposition.
“For me, it’s truly an honor. I want to serve as a living example that no matter your gender or age, you can become anything you put your mind to,” Govia stated, acknowledging the support of her colleagues and the encouragement from family and well-wishers present.
In her new role, Govia emphasized her intention to inspire more women to step into leadership roles.
Recalling a message from a young woman who expressed admiration and curiosity about her journey, Govia encouraged women not to shy away from politics or leadership roles. “Leadership is not about gender or race but about passion, determination, and commitment,” she affirmed.
Govia highlighted her plans to focus on advancing programs within education, sports, and the creative industries. She pointed to an ongoing collaboration with Minister of Education Daryll Matthew, with whom she has a strong working relationship.
Together, they plan to enhance youth programs, including revitalizing the youth drama club, choir, and steel orchestra. She also hinted at the return of the DARE program, which aims to educate and empower youth, noting that there are ongoing discussions about its rebranding and future rollout.
In addition to her ministerial role, Govia is set to become the Leader of Government Business in the Senate. She voiced enthusiasm for the Senate’s often lively debates and expressed her commitment to fostering engaging discussions.
Inspired by former leader Samantha Marshall, she aims to bring her own passion and perspective to this new role, encouraging the public and students alike to engage with the legislative process.
As she embarks on this new chapter, Govia hopes to be a role model, particularly for young women, underscoring her belief that “if a guy can do it, we can do it too.”
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Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐 🥳 🎊
A Big Congratulations to her
CONGRATULATIONS 🇦🇬 🎊 👏
(Still waiting on UPP to appoint the 25% youth to the Senate as promised leading up to last election)
What degree she has in education? Bachelors or masters or doctorate in education or social science or anything related to this ministry? Please tell me she had something and if she does, I sincerely congratulate her on the position and pray her the best for our youths. Please tell me any degree in sports? Please, I beg you.
@ my way of helping
You are annoying now. We know you are a lame, socially awkward lawyer who no one cares about despite your advanced degrees.
No one really wants to be around you or hear from you because you have the grace of a newborn giraffe, learning to walk.
I’m a believer in higher education but on damn near every post, you come with your viewpoint with an air of superiority to the point of annoyance.
Always thanking the pm.
When are people going to stop
bowing down?
It’s annoying now!
Geez!
Trupz!
Another political appointee?
What’s new about that?
Trupz!
Congratulations- I listened to her interview Thursday on Good Morning Antigua, with Dr.Jackie Quinn and she was phenomenal. This young lady has grown leaps and bounds right before our eyes Antigua. I am not talking about any party politics . She is just a pleasant person to talk to.
In Antigua,there are Ministers,Ministers of State,Permanent Secretaries,Senators and a million Assistants,in Government.What do they really do daily,weekly or monthly to justified their pay checks? They are all feeding at that great financial trough paid for by we the PEOPLE.While all are enriching self.The majority of the populace are poorer than dirt. Where is that trickle down to all,Gaston? Every mouth shall be fed.Not inna ANtigua.It is who you know or bow down to.
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