Voice of the Disabled - VOD

06/08/2025

"I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it." -Maya Angelou

VOD members have been anxiously waiting to return to the centre where they learn and connect with others in a safe and inclusive environment.

The organisation is dependent upon donations and grant funds for operation. We recently completed our projects and did not have enough resources to continue to provide safe transportation to members, serve meals or host weekly sessions for 3 months.

We are grateful for those persons, near and far, who believe in VOD's mission, understand the importance of the work that we do and continue to support our initiatives. Special thanks to Pastor Afesha Millette of the Methodist Church of the Caribbean and the Americas. Your kind gesture was well received by VOD members! 🙌🏾 We appreciate you.

06/08/2025

Our members enjoy learning new craft techniques and working with diverse materials. Mr. Cato from SVG Adult and Continuing Education does an excellent job instructing Bamboo Craft sessions and encouraging members to explore their creative abilities!

29/07/2025

VOD team members participated in a comprehensive 2-day training on Proposal Writing. The event was hosted by Cuso International, SVG Conservation Fund and Centre for Enterprise Development Inc., on July 22nd and 23rd. Attendees networked with persons from across the country, engaged in lively discussion, completed interactive exercises and gained valuable professional skills.

Nisha Glasgow from CED, shared her knowledge and expertise, allowing participants to discover new creative ways to serve their communities within diverse fields. Guest speakers from CUSO International shared best practice tips in the areas of communication, gender and programme monitoring/evaluation.

VOD is a place of learning and development, for members, staff and the community. We are proud of our staff members for their hard work and commitment to growth!

28/07/2025

Many thanks to the SVG Health Nutrition Unit for their contribution to Voice of the Disabled. After transportation, food is our second highest cost. We enjoy providing satisfying and nutritional meals for members, when they attend classes at VOD Centre. Because of your support, we are able to do so.

Thank you for partnering with VOD and positively impacting the lives of persons with disabilities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. 🙌🏾❤️ Also, BIG UPS to the amazing staff at VOD! ☺️

28/07/2025

The SVG Conservation Fund team completed a site visit at VOD Centre. The team greeted VOD staff with warmth, toured the property and were excited to hear about VOD's activities, community engagement and growth during the past year. SVGCF has partnered with VOD to provide meaningful learning and training experiences for persons with disabilities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

We appreciate the support of the team and look forward to working together in the future. 🙌🏾

18/07/2025

We love to highlight persons in the community who exhibit kindness, courtesy and consideration for others. Divas SVG , thank you for your patience and professionalism. Your team was warm, welcoming and attentive. Mrs. Adams enjoyed a high quality customer service experience at your establishment. 🙌🏾 Thank you!

12/07/2025

05/07/2025

Greetings from Voice of the Disabled!

To all who have supported VOD's mission throughout the years and to those who continue to work along with us to improve and positively impact the lives of persons living with disabilities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, we thank you greatly.

To VOD staff, board members and volunteers, your commitment and dedication is appreciated. We are grateful for having a thoughtful, intelligent and passionate leader. To the wonderful members of VOD, this is your community. You are loved.

We wish you all an enjoyable long weekend. Please, stay safe and be well.

01/07/2025

What a pleasure it was to celebrate the achievements of Grade 6 students at Richland Park Government School. The VOD team visited the Grade 6 class in March, to talk about down syndrome awareness and educate students about the unique lives of persons living with disabilities. It was heartwarming to witness the excitement and pride of parents and family members, as names were being called during the ceremony. We are so proud of all 21 graduates and happy that VOD was able to contribute to their learning experience.

Parents, family, friends, educators and community members, please continue to support young people, provide guidance, show them love, be present and encourage them along the way. All of our children deserve a fair chance at being successful.

Graduates, we hope that you continue to explore possibilities, grow and maintain a love for learning. Much blessings to you and all the very best on the next part of your journey! ❤️

01/07/2025

The voice is a very powerful tool.

This past week, Mrs. Adams and Shamarsh Adams represented Voice of the Disabled at the Women with Disabilities Gender and Violence (WDGV) Project symposium in Trinidad and Tobago at the UWI St. Augustine campus.

The focus of the event was to discuss the experiences of women with disabilities in relation to gender-based violence across the Caribbean. Women from different countries shared their observations and thoughts on the subject. Participants then worked together to identify strategies for improvement.

Some of the supports offered through VOD include educational workshops, advocacy, an inclusive environment, spiritual support, women's wellness promotion and a loving community space. VOD will continue to do its part in advocating, providing support and offering enrichment opportunities for persons with disabilities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

30/06/2025

"I am just like any other child." ❤️

Thomas George, Ms. Reba Cozier, parents of Thomas, other teachers, school staff and any person that has been supportive to this student, we celebrate along with you for believing in his abilities, showing love and care, and encouraging him along the way. Inclusive education means that all persons have an equal opportunity to learn, educators are trained and equiped with quality resources and provision is made to accommodate the unique needs of diverse learners.

30/06/2025

Each one of us is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and livable environment. We can do this by changing wasteful habits and adapting creative methods for recycling and reusing materials.

Mrs. Adams and Ms. Rigby had the pleasure of attending a special convening hosted by under its Sustainable Financing Mechanisms for Marine Protection in the Caribbean, Advancing Circular Economy (ACE) Facility, held at Beachcombers Hotel on June 20th.

Let's work together to keep our communities clean and avoid creating unnecessary waste. VOD will continue to explore and incorporate practices that are environmentally friendly.

What can you do to help protect the environment?