# SWF&CO > International Public Relations ## Posts - [Digicel Trinidad and Tobago Offers Free Calls to Panama Following Earthquake](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-trinidad-and-tobago-offers-free-calls-to-panama-following-earthquake/): Port of Spain, Trinidad – October 9, 2026 – In response to the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Panama, Digicel (Trinidad and Tobago) Limited has announced that all calls to Panama are zero-rated (free of charge), allowing customers to stay connected with friends and family during this difficult time. - [LEARNING TAKES ROOT AT OUR LADY OF THE WAYSIDE](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-expands-100-fibre-network-across-south-trinidad-copy/): Brightstar, through its flagship After School Advantage (ASA) Programme, has opened its 19th ASA digital learning centre in Trinidad at The Living Water Community’s children’s home, Our Lady of the Wayside. - [Scouts Recycle 100,000 Bottles to Make Park Benches](https://swfandco.com/news/scouts-recycle-bottles-to/): The Scout Association of Trinidad and Tobago has completed installation of ten park benches made from nearly 100,000 recycled plastic bottles, backed by funding from the Digicel Foundation and Shell Trinidad and Tobago's Extraordinary Projects Impacting Communities (EPIC) programme. - [Digicel Expands 100% Fibre Network Across South Trinidad](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-expands-100-fibre-network-across-south-trinidad/): Digicel (T&T) Ltd. is continuing to strengthen its position as the provider of the bigger, better and most reliable 100% fibre network in Trinidad and Tobago, with a major expansion of its infrastructure across South Trinidad. - [FROM CHILDREN’S HOME TO NURSING GRADUATE](https://swfandco.com/news/from-childrens-home-to-nursing-graduate/): At 23, Sarah*, a former resident of Raffa House, has overcome the odds to graduate from the University of the Southern Caribbean with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. From a childhood marked by instability to now preparing for a career in healthcare, Sarah’s journey reflects the life-changing impact of sustained support for vulnerable children. During her years at the Home, access to donated computers and educational support helped lay the foundation for her success. “Growing up wasn’t always easy for me,” Sarah shared. “But I always tried my best to stay focused on my education and make something out of myself.” - [Cristy’s Sweet Treats Launches in Cashew Gardens](https://swfandco.com/news/elementor-4589/): Cristy’s Sweet Treats, a community-driven ice cream venture, officially opened its doors last week at the Cashew Gardens Farmers’ Market. - [GIVING FYZABAD CHILDREN A SAFE SPACE WHEN SCHOOL IS OU](https://swfandco.com/news/giving-fyzabad-children-a-safe-space-when-school-is-ou/): The moment that changed everything for teacher Shanna Dindial came when three young men from her Fyzabad community — boys who had once called her "Aunty" — were arrested for murder. - [SOTT MAKES HISTORY WITH INAUGURAL TOBAGO GOLF GAMES](https://swfandco.com/news/elementor-4543/): History was made in Tobago as Special Olympics Trinidad and Tobago (SOTT) successfully hosted their inaugural Tobago Golf Games on May 25. - [BARATARIA ANGLICAN PRIMARY SCHOOL FOCUSES ON THE ONLINE SAFETY OF STUDENTS](https://swfandco.com/news/giving-fyzabad-chil/): Students of Barataria Anglican Primary School are now better equipped to navigate the digital world safely and confidently... - [THE BRYDENS GROUP ACCELERATES REGIONAL GROWTH](https://swfandco.com/news/the-brydens-group-accelerates-regional-growth/): With its acquisition of a 50% stake in Barbados distribution company Armstrong Agencies at the end of 2025, A.S. Bryden & Sons Holdings Limited has taken another step in its deliberate push across the English-speaking Caribbean. The move reinforces its evolution into The Brydens Group, which now stands among the largest consumer goods companies in the English-speaking Caribbean... - [KIDSPACE EDUCATION LAUNCHES 'ROOTED' TEA BUSINESS FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS](https://swfandco.com/news/kidspace-education-launches-rooted-tea-business-for-students-with-special-needs/): Kidspace Education Ltd has launched Rooted: From Garden to Cup, a vocational pilot programme that places students with special needs at the helm of a real, revenue-generating business. - [DIGICEL TOBAGO BRINGS ROBOTICS AND DIGITAL SAFETY TO PRESCHOOLERS IN BETHESDA](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-tobago-brings-robotics-and-digital-safety-to-preschoolers-in-bethesda/): The Digicel Tobago Team sets up the robotics demonstration at Sunflower Early Childhood Centre in Bethesda, Plymouth. - [DIGICEL STAFF GIVE BACK TO CLASSROOMS AND COMMUNITIES](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-staff-give-back-to-classrooms-and-communities/): Digicel staff celebrate the joy of giving back to the communities they love as part of the Digicel Foundation’s Real Connections staff grant campaign. - [BRYDENS STRENGTHENS LEADERSHIP IN PREMIUM BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION](https://swfandco.com/news/brydens-strengthens-leadership-in-premium-beverage-distribution/): David Franco, Regional Business Development Director – Premium Beverages, The Brydens Group. - [EIGHT NEW TECHNOLOGY-IN-EDUCATION CENTRES LAUNCHED IN PANYARDS](https://swfandco.com/news/eight-new-technology-in-education-centres-launched-in-panyards/): Representatives from the Digicel Foundation, Pan Trinbago and seven beneficiary steelbands came together to cut the ribbon at the official opening of the Digicel Foundation’s Technology-in-Education at Birdsong Panyard on Friday 6 th February 2026. - [TECHNOLOGY CENTRE OPENS AT ROXBOROUGH POLICE YOUTH CLUB](https://swfandco.com/news/technology-centre-opens-at-roxborough-police-youth-club/): Orlando Kerr, Assembly Member and Area Representative for Roxborough/Argyle, cuts the ribbon on the Digicel Foundation Technology-in-Education Centre at the Roxborough Police Youth Club, alongside Georgina Peterkin, Digicel Foundation Director, and Keron Fleckor, President Pan Trinbago Tobago region. - [FARMING FOR A BETTER FUTURE AT THE TOBAGO SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, SPEECH & LANGUAGE IMPAIRED](https://swfandco.com/news/farming-for-a-better-future-at-the-tobago-school-for-the-deaf-speech-language-impaired/): Former Principal of the Tobago School for the Deaf, Speech and Language Impaired, Cordella Pantin, on the left, and Georgina Peterkin, Digicel Foundation Director, celebrate the expansion of the school’s agricultural project. - [2026 SPECIAL OLYMPICS NATIONAL GAMES ARE UNDERWAY](https://swfandco.com/news/2026-special-olympics-national-games-are-underway/): Digicel Foundation CEO Penny Gomez delivers key notes at the SOTT National Games opening ceremony on 10 May at the Mannie Ramjohn Stadium in Marabella. - [PAN-AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC CARIBBEAN EXPANSION](https://swfandco.com/news/pan-american-life-insurance-announces-strategic-caribbeanexpansion-and-deepening-commitment-to-trinidad-and-tobago/): Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean are set to welcome a bold new chapter in their financial services landscape as a high-profile business delegation concludes a two-day summit... - [MARUBENI FUNDING HELPS EQUIP CKFTO’S CHAGUANAS THERAPY CLINIC](https://swfandco.com/news/marubeni-funding-helps-equip-ckftos-chaguanas-therapy-clinic/): More than 300 children across the country rely on CKFTO’s subsidised services, which include occupational, speech and physiotherapy, art therapy, and psychoeducational assessments addressing a range of disabilities. - [BRIGHTSTAR LOTTERY POWERS DIGITAL LEARNING AT CASA DE CORAZON HOME](https://swfandco.com/news/brightstar-lottery-powers-digital-learning-at-casa-de-corazon-home/): Shavindra Tewarie-Singh, Brightstar People & Transformation Regional Senior Manager, Caribbean, encourages this student in his studies. - [DIGICEL AND THE DIGICEL FOUNDATION INVEST $1.7 MILLION TO SUPPORT](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-and-the-digicel-foundation-invest-1-7-million-to-support/): Chair of the Digicel Foundation board Desha Clifford, left, and Digicel Foundation director LaToya Gopaul, right, with representatives from the five NGO winners in the EPIC technology/digitisation category at the Hyatt Regency hotel. - [Digicel Strengthens the Reliability of its Network in Tobago](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-strengthens-the-reliability-of-its-network-in-tobago/): Deep Blue One, Digicel’s subsea fibre-optic cable linking Trinidad to Tobago, has officially been launched. - [BEETHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE SETS STUDENTS UP FOR SEA SUCCESS](https://swfandco.com/news/beetham-community-centre-sets-students-up-for-sea-success/): (L-R) Digicel staff Cherreth Herrera, Dominique Bobb Percival, Shennelle Noel and Risa-Ann Lawrence, who arranged a donation of technology and learning resources to the Beetham Community Centre. - [REBIRTH HOUSE EMPOWERS RECOVERY WITH DIGITAL ACCESS](https://swfandco.com/news/rebirth-house-empowers-recovery-with-digital-access/): MONDAY 19 MAY 2025, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Rebirth House, a residential rehabilitation centre for individuals recovering from substance use disorder, now has a fully equipped computer lab to support the personal and professional development of its residents. - [EVA FOUNDATION TACKLES WATER ISSUES AT SOUTH SCHOOLS](https://swfandco.com/news/eva-foundation-tackles-water-issues-at-south-schools/): MONDAY 26 MAY 2025, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – With the support of the Digicel Foundation and Shell Trinidad and Tobago (Shell T&T), the non-profit EVA Foundation has launched ‘Project H2O’, an innovative rainwater harvesting pilot project designed to tackle persistent water shortages in schools across South Trinidad. - [SWF&CO International Public Relations Celebrates 33rd Anniversary!](https://swfandco.com/news/swfco-international-public-relations-celebrates-33rd-anniversary/): A journey of over three decades, more than 160 clients served, and a bold vision for the years ahead. - [SWF&CO INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC RELATIONS TURNS 33!!!](https://swfandco.com/news/swf-turns-33/): Sandra Welch-Farrell, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of SWF&CO International Public Relations. - [IGT UPGRADES THE DIGITAL LEARNING SPACE AT CASA DE CORAZON CHILDREN’S HOME](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-upgrades-the-digital-learning-space-at-casa-de-corazon-childrens-home/): International Game Technology (“IGT”), a global leader in gaming, proudly announces the completion of a computer lab upgrade at the Casa De Corazon children’s home in Sangre Grande. - [IGT CHAMPIONS GLOBAL GIVING AT AUTISM PLACE IN D’ABADIE](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-champions-global-giving-at-autism-place-in-dabadie/): The IGT volunteer team arrive fresh and ready for a day of IGT Global Giving Month activities at the Autistic Society of T&T headquarters, Autism Place in D’Abadie, on 16th May. - [OVER 800 ATHLETES SET TO COMPETE IN THE 2025 SPECIAL OLYMPICS NATIONAL GAMES ](https://swfandco.com/news/over-800-athletes-set-to-compete-in-the-2025-special-olympics-national-gamesnbsp/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – MAY 16, 2025 – The 2025 Special Olympics National Games officially kicked off with the Bocce competition on May 10th, setting the stage for a month-long display of talent by athletes with intellectual disabilities. - [ALTA WIDENS ACCESS TO ONLINE LITERACY CLASSES WITH ‘EPIC’ ICT LAB](https://swfandco.com/news/alta-widens-access-to-online-literacy-classes-with-epic-ict-lab/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: WEDNESDAY 14 MAY 2025 – On May 14th, the Adult Literacy Tutors Association (ALTA) opened the doors to an upgraded training room and ICT centre at its Belmont office, enhancing the organisation’s capacity to serve literacy students, train volunteer tutors, and offer digital access to the wider community of Belmont. - [RYU DAN EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION LAUNCHES ‘EPIC’ PROJECT](https://swfandco.com/news/ryu-dan-empowerment-foundation-launches-epic-project/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: TUESDAY 13 MAY 2025 – The Ryu Dan Empowerment Foundation has upgraded its Sports Plus social programme as part of its ongoing mission to uplift youth in Enterprise, Chaguanas. - [IGT CELEBRATES EARTH MONTH IN APRIL](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-celebrates-earth-month-in-april/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – APRIL 22, 2025: In celebration of Earth Month in April, International Game Technology (“IGT”) has donated gardening supply kits with seedlings and tools to all 18 NGOs serving youth in its After School Advantage (ASA) community programme. - [CKFTO OPENS CHAGUANAS CLINIC](https://swfandco.com/news/ckfto-opens-chaguanas-clinic/): THURSDAY 17 APRIL 2025, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Families in Central and South Trinidad now have easier access to the multidisciplinary therapeutic services offered by the Caribbean Kids and Families Therapy Organisation (CKFTO) at its satellite clinic on Ramsaran Street in Chaguanas. - [Brydens Partners with Jereem Richards to Sponsor Team TTO Carifta Athletes](https://swfandco.com/news/brydens-partners-with-jereem-richards-to-sponsor-team-tto-carifta-athletes/): Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago: Friday, April 11 - The Brydens Group supported by key brands Suppligen, No More, CeraVe, Kotex, Himalaya, Brut and Ammens will provide care packages to athletes representing Trinidad & Tobago at the upcoming Carifta Games. - [POWERING UP THE PANYARD](https://swfandco.com/news/powering-up-the-panyard/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, 10 APRIL 2025 — In a major milestone for the intersection of culture, technology, and education, the Digicel Foundation has launched 10 new Technology in Education (TIE) Centres at panyards across Trinidad and Tobago. - [DIGICEL REMOVES $3 OVER-THE-COUNTER PAYMENT FEE](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-removes-3-over-the-counter-payment-fee/): Company Celebrates 19th Anniversary in T&T by Re-Igniting Commitment to Customer-Centricity. - [FIVE SPECIAL SCHOOLS GET TECH UPGRADES](https://swfandco.com/news/five-special-schools-get-tech-upgrades/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: 26 MARCH 2025 – Last week five special needs schools across Trinidad opened the doors to their new Digicel Foundation Innovation Labs – state-of-the-art technology labs with assistive devices. - [MARUBENI DONATES US$8000 TO THE ISLAMIC HOME FOR CHILDREN IN GASPARILLO](https://swfandco.com/news/marubeni-donates-us8000-to-the-islamic-home-for-children-in-gasparillo/): Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago – March 27, 2025 – The Islamic Home for Children in Gasparillo has received a significant boost thanks to a generous donation from Marubeni Power International Inc. - [DIGICEL TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO ANNOUNCES PIETER VERKADE AS NEW CEO](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-trinidad-and-tobago-announces-pieter-verkade-as-new-ceo/): Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – March 13, 2025 – Digicel (Trinidad and Tobago) Limited has announced the appointment of Pieter Verkade as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 21, 2025. - [IGT SPONSORS CARNIVAL ACTIVITIES AT THE COTTON TREE FOUNDATION](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-sponsors-carnival-activities-at-the-cotton-tree-foundation/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO—FEBRUARY 28, 2025—On February 19, International Game Technology (“IGT”), a global leader in gaming, proudly partnered with The Cotton Tree Foundation to host a vibrant Carnival-themed event for children ages three to five. - [IGT AFTER SCHOOL ADVANTAGE CENTRES UNITE FOR STORYTELLING](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-after-school-advantage-centres-unite-for-storytelling/): Port of Spain, Trinidad – FEBRUARY 20, 2025 – International Game Technology (“IGT”), a global leader in gaming, celebrated World Read Aloud Day by bringing together two of its After School Advantage (ASA) partners, Immortelle Children’s Centre for Special Education and the Just Because Foundation, to host a storytelling event for students. - [CARNIVAL IS FOR EVERYONE](https://swfandco.com/news/carnival-is-for-everyone/): WEDNESDAY 19 FEBRUARY, 2025: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – On Thursday 13th February, the Digicel Foundation hosted ‘Inclusion Fusion’ at the National Centre for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), an inclusive carnival event for persons with and without disabilities. - [STATE-OF-THE-ART BOARDING HOUSE OPENING IN THE BAHAMAS](https://swfandco.com/news/state-of-the-art-boarding-house-opening-in-the-bahamas/): Nassau, The Bahamas, 31 January 2025 — King’s College School, The Bahamas, has officially opened applications for its state-of-the-art boarding house, King’s Beach Lodge, set to open for the 2025-2026 academic year. - [AMICA HOUSE FOR GIRLS BUILDS A BRIGHTER FUTURE WITH TECHNOLOGY](https://swfandco.com/news/amica-house-for-girls-builds-a-brighter-future-with-technology/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – JAN 23, 2025 – In the fast paced age of digital learning, the Amica House children’s home in Curepe is using technology to help its young wards improve at school and plan for the future. - [FULL SCHOLARSHIPS TO KING’S COLLEGE SCHOOL, THE BAHAMAS, AND PRESTIGIOUS SCHOOLS AROUND THE WORLD](https://swfandco.com/news/inspired-education-announces-the-nsouli-scholars-programme-2025-full-scholarships-to-kings-college-school-the-bahamas-and-prestigious-schools-around-the-world/): Wednesday, 8 January 2025 — NASSAU, BAHAMAS: Inspired Education proudly launches the 2025 Nsouli Scholars Programme, a groundbreaking global initiative offering full scholarships to exceptional students for the duration of their education at Inspired’s prestigious schools. - [DIGICEL FOUNDATION DISTRIBUTES 260 HAMPERS FOR CHRISTMAS](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-foundation-distributes-260-hampers-for-christmas/): WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 18, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Last week, 260 families received hampers loaded with household essentials, food and goodies to brighten the Christmas season. - [DIGICEL FOUNDATION AND SHELL T&T AWARD TT$1.3MILLION TO NGOS](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-foundation-and-shell-tampt-award-tt13million-to-ngos/): FRIDAY DECEMBER 13, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Ten non-governmental organisations (NGOs) are poised to launch sustainable projects that will transform their communities with the support of the Extraordinary Projects Impacting Communities (EPIC) grant programme. - [CHRISTMAS CHEER FOR SPECIAL STARS](https://swfandco.com/news/christmas-cheer-for-special-stars/): FRIDAY DECEMBER 06, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The school term came to a cheerful close for students of seven special needs schools who were treated to a Chuck E. - [TABITHA’S HOME EXPANDS SHELTER SERVICES FOR VULNERABLE WOMEN IN TOBAGO](https://swfandco.com/news/tabithas-home-expands-shelter-services-for-vulnerable-women-in-tobago/): WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 04, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Tabitha’s Home for Women and Children has made significant strides in its mission to support vulnerable women and children in Tobago. - [IGT ‘BIG BROTHERS’ VISIT CREDO HOME FOR BOYS](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-big-brothers-visit-credo-home-for-boys/): MONDAY, 18 NOVEMBER 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming, recognized International Men’s Day 2024 by inviting staff to step into the role of ‘big brothers’ to mentor young men from The Credo Residential Development Centre for Boys. - [CHAMPIONING INCLUSIVITY AT THE INAUGURAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS REGIONAL GAMES CARIBBEAN](https://swfandco.com/news/championing-inclusivity-at-the-inaugural-special-olympics-regional-games-caribbean/): FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – From November 8 - 10, the Caribbean’s first-ever Special Olympics Regional Beach Games brought together athletes and supporters from across 13 countries for a powerful display of sportsmanship and inclusivity. - [THE DIGICEL FOUNDATION SPONSORS SPECIAL OLYMPICS REGIONAL BEACH GAMES](https://swfandco.com/news/the-digicel-foundation-sponsors-special-olympics-regional-beach-games/): WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – From the 8th to 10th of November, 14 countries will unite in the spirit of sports, fun, and inclusion for the first-ever Special Olympics Regional Beach Games, hosted in Trinidad and Tobago. - [FIVE SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOLS SELECTED FOR DIGICEL FOUNDATION INNOVATION LABS](https://swfandco.com/news/five-special-needs-schools-selected-for-digicel-foundation-innovation-labs/): FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Five special needs schools have been selected to receive state-of-the-art technology labs through the Digicel Foundation’s Innovation Lab programme. - [15 NGOS SHORTLISTED FOR $150,000 EPIC GRANT](https://swfandco.com/news/15-ngos-shortlisted-for-150000-epic-grant/): MONDAY 07 OCTOBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Fifteen non-governmental organisations (NGOs) with groundbreaking visions have been shortlisted for the highly anticipated TT$150,000 EPIC Grant, which aims to fuel transformative projects across Trinidad and Tobago. - [IGT SUPPORTS JBF’S ‘KIDDIE K’ FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-supports-jbfs-kiddie-k-for-childhood-cancer-awareness/): WEDNESDAY, 2 OCTOBER 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – As a proud sponsor of the Just Because Foundation (JBF), International Game Technology (IGT) employees and their families, were honoured to participate in the JBF ‘Kiddie K’ Awareness Walk for Children’s Cancer on Saturday, 21 September. - [DIGICEL FOUNDATION AND THE ROTARY CLUB POS WEST CLEAN UP THE FORESHORE](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-foundation-and-the-rotary-club-pos-west-clean-up-the-foreshore/): MONDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – On Saturday, September 21, Digicel’s ‘Red Army’ of staff volunteers and their families participated in the International Coastal Cleanup of the Foreshore. - [STEM LEARNING AT IGT’S ANNUAL CODING AND ROBOTICS CAMP](https://swfandco.com/news/stem-learning-at-igts-annual-coding-and-robotics-camp/): In July 2024, International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming, hosted its fourth annual Coding and Robotics Rock! Camp in Trinidad and Tobago. - [PAN RISING WITH THE DIGICEL FOUNDATION](https://swfandco.com/news/pan-rising-with-the-digicel-foundation/): THURSDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Foundation is once again partnering with the Pan fraternity to install technology labs at panyards throughout Trinidad and Tobago. - [MARUBENI DONATES US$10,000 TO IMMORTELLE CHILDREN’S CENTRE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION](https://swfandco.com/news/marubeni-donates-us10000-to-immortelle-childrens-centre-for-special-education/): WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2024 – PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: Marubeni Power International Inc. - [DIGICEL FOUNDATION SPONSORS THERAPY EQUIPMENT FOR PWDS](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-foundation-sponsors-therapy-equipment-for-pwds/): TUESDAY 17 SEPTEMBER 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Foundation and Caribbean Kids and Families Therapy Organisation (CKFTO) have teamed up again to increase support for children with disabilities in Central and South Trinidad. - [CELEBRATING THE MAGIC OF READING](https://swfandco.com/news/celebrating-the-magic-of-reading/): THURSDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – In honour of International Literacy Day, the Digicel Foundation hosted the event ‘Unlocking Worlds: Literacy and Inclusion for All’ for students of special needs and migrant schools on Friday 6 September. - [IGT MAKES A THIRD TECHNOLOGY DONATION TO THE JUST BECAUSE FOUNDATION](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-makes-a-third-technology-donation-to-the-just-because-foundation/): Marking the moment with all smiles and a group shot are representatives from the Paediatric Specialty Unit, The Just Because Foundation and IGT at Mt. - [THE DIGICEL FOUNDATION AWARDED FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES](https://swfandco.com/news/the-digicel-foundation-awarded-for-youth-development-initiatives/): WEDNESDAY 14 AUGUST, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Foundation is honoured to receive an honorary National Service Award in recognition of its ongoing contributions to Trinidad and Tobago’s people and youth. - [TOBAGO SCHOOLS WIN NEW TECHNOLOGY](https://swfandco.com/news/tobago-schools-win-new-technology/): TUESDAY 20 AUGUST, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The top schools at the 2024 THA Maypole Competition have been rewarded with cutting-edge technology from the Digicel Foundation. - [IGT CAMPERS EMBRACE STEM LEARNING AT ANNUAL CODING AND ROBOTICS CAMP](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-campers-embrace-stem-learning-at-annual-coding-and-robotics-camp/): TUESDAY, 13 AUGUST 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming, hosted its fourth annual Coding and Robotics Rock! - [IGT INSTALLS SECOND AFTER SCHOOL ADVANTAGE COMPUTER LAB AT AMICA HOUSE](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-installs-second-after-school-advantage-computer-lab-at-amica-house/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – July 31, 2024 – International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming, has announced the installation of a second computer lab at Amica House for Girls. - [THE DIGICEL FOUNDATION & SPECIAL OLYMPICS MAKE WAVES](https://swfandco.com/news/the-digicel-foundation-amp-special-olympics-make-waves/): TUESDAY 30 JULY, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Trinidad and Tobago Foundation is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the first-ever Caribbean Beach Games, hosted by the Special Olympics Trinidad and Tobago (SOTT) later this year from 8th - 10th November 2024. - [DIGICEL FOUNDATION AND SHELL TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO RENEW EPIC PARTNERSHIP](https://swfandco.com/news/digicel-foundation-and-shell-trinidad-and-tobago-renew-epic-partnership/): FRIDAY 19 JULY 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Ten non-profit organisations will each receive TT$150,000 in funding to transform their communities through a renewed partnership between the Digicel Foundation and Shell Trinidad and Tobago (Shell T&T). - [TECH CENTRES FOR TRANSITIONAL HOUSING](https://swfandco.com/news/tech-centres-for-transitional-housing/): TUESDAY 16 JULY, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Foundation and the Trinidad & Tobago Association of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints have completed the installation of technology centres at ITNAC’s Bethel House and Tabitha’s Home for Women and Children in Tobago. - [FROM DISTILLATION TO DISTINCTION: TEN TO ONE HUNDRED](https://swfandco.com/news/from-distillation-to-distinction-ten-to-one-hundred/): WEDNESDAY 10 JULY 2024, PORT OF SPAIN – Ten To One Rum proudly announces a monumental achievement in the spirits industry with the reception of 100 prestigious awards in just five years since its inception. - [THE BRYDENS GROUP SIGNS JEREEM RICHARDS](https://swfandco.com/news/the-brydens-group-signs-jereem-richards/): San Juan, Trinidad, Monday 8 July 2024 | On Thursday 20 June 2024, The Brydens Group officially signed Jereem ‘The Dream’ Richards as a corporate brand ambassador. - [IGT ANNUAL CODING & ROBOTICS ROCK! CAMP RETURNS WITH A FOCUS ON CLIMATE ACTION](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-annual-coding-amp-robotics-rock-camp-returns-with-a-focus-on-climate-action/): Port of Spain, 8 July 2024 - International Game Technology (IGT), in collaboration with Mona Geoinformatics Institute (MGI), will soon kick off its annual coding and robotics programme, dubbed the “IGT Coding & Robotics Rock! - [KIND STRANGERS AND SILVER LININGS](https://swfandco.com/news/kind-strangers-and-silver-linings/): 21 JUNE 2024 – PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: A silver lining to brighten recent grey skies, Marubeni Power International Inc. - [THE WINNING CHORD FOR CULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY](https://swfandco.com/news/the-winning-chord-for-culture-and-technology/): THURSDAY 04 JULY 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – On 4 July 2024, the Digicel Foundation launched the third year of its Technology in Education (TIE) programme. - [TRANSFORM YOUR COMMUNITY WITH TT$150,000 IN FUNDING](https://swfandco.com/news/transform-your-community-with-tt150000-in-funding/): TUESDAY 18 JUNE 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – What would you do for your community with TT$150,000? - [SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOLS INVITED TO SEIZE A CHANCE FOR CHANGE](https://swfandco.com/news/special-needs-schools-invited-to-seize-a-chance-for-change/): MONDAY 24 JUNE 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - The Digicel Foundation has announced the second year of its ‘Innovation Labs’ project, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students with disabilities. - [THE DIGICEL FOUNDATION CELEBRATES 12 YEARS](https://swfandco.com/news/the-digicel-foundation-celebrates-12-years/): TUESDAY 23 JULY, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – On 25 July 2024, the Digicel Trinidad and Tobago Foundation celebrates its 12th anniversary. - [IGT EXPANDS ACCESS TO TECHNOLOGY FOR CREDO DROP-IN AND OUTREACH CENTRE WITH NEW COMPUTER LAB AND DIGITAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-expands-access-to-technology-for-credo-drop-in-and-outreach-centre-with-new-computer-lab-and-digital-education-programme/): PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – JUNE 12, 2024 – International Game Technology (IGT), a global leader in gaming, announced today the installation of a computer lab at the Credo Drop-in and Outreach Centre in Port of Spain, providing increased technology access to the children of Nelson Street. - [IGT CELEBRATES GLOBAL GIVING MONTH AT AMICA HOUSE FOR CHILDREN](https://swfandco.com/news/igt-celebrates-global-giving-month-at-amica-house-for-children/): FRIDAY, 7 JUNE 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: In May 2024, International Game Technology (IGT) Trinidad and Tobago employees celebrated the company’s Global Giving Month Initiative by giving back to Amica House, a home for socially displaced and at-risk girls ages three to 17. - [TOBAGO TEAMS COMPETE IN THE SOTT NATIONAL GAMES](https://swfandco.com/news/tobago-teams-compete-in-the-sott-national-games/): WEDNESDAY 22 MAY 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Tobago leg of the Special Olympics T&T (SOTT) National Games 2024 were held on Thursday 16th May at the Dwight Yorke Stadium. - [SIPARIA DELTONES LAUNCH ‘RAILWAY PIZZA’ GARDEN](https://swfandco.com/news/siparia-deltones-launch-railway-pizza-garden/): WEDNESDAY 15 MAY 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Deltones Panyard on Railway Road, Siparia, is drawing visitors with the sweet sound of pan and some of the freshest pizza ingredients in the country. - [CELEBRATE WORLD COCKTAIL DAY LIKE A YOUNG TRINI](https://swfandco.com/news/celebrate-world-cocktail-day-like-a-young-trini/): MONDAY 13 MAY 2024, PORT OF SPAIN – World Cocktail Day marks the day that the word ‘cocktail’ was first defined in print on May 13th 1806 – a recipe that forever changed the spirits world. - [CADBURY’S WINNER GIVES TO VOICE OF LUPUS FOUNDATION](https://swfandco.com/news/cadburys-winner-gives-to-voice-of-lupus-foundation/): Monday 6 May 2024, Port of Spain – Cadbury, known worldwide for quality chocolate, consistently seeks innovative ways to show appreciation and improve the lives of its loyal consumers. - [T&T COCOA GROWERS RECEIVE SOLAR-POWERED FACILITY](https://swfandco.com/news/tampt-cocoa-growers-receive-solar-powered-facility/): TUESDAY 07 MAY 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – With cocoa prices having doubled since the start of 2024, cocoa growers in Trinidad and Tobago now have an added facility for their high-quality beans. - [LEVEL UP MOM FOR MOTHER’S DAY](https://swfandco.com/news/level-up-mom-for-mothers-day/): MONDAY, 06 MAY 2024, PORT OF SPAIN – What does Mom really want for Mother’s Day? Not a vacuum cleaner! - [INFLUENCERS ENDORSE THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS TT NATIONAL GAMES](https://swfandco.com/news/influencers-endorse-the-special-olympics-tt-national-games/): THURSDAY 09 MAY 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - The Digicel Foundation has announced social media personalities Joe Brien and Kevin Soyer as the official endorsees of the 2024 Special Olympics of Trinidad and Tobago (SOTT) National Games, which run from 4 - 25 May 2024. - [BE A FAN AT THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS NATIONAL GAMES 2024](https://swfandco.com/news/be-a-fan-at-the-special-olympics-national-games-2024/): THURSDAY 2 MAY 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Foundation, corporate champion of the Special Olympics Trinidad and Tobago (SOTT), is calling on corporate T&T and the wider public to increase their support of the 2024 SOTT National Games. - [NAPARIMA COLLEGE PROMOTING AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION](https://swfandco.com/news/naparima-college-promoting-agricultural-innovation/): FRIDAY 26 APRIL 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – In a true example of community spirit, the young men of Naparima College have been growing produce at their school to provide fresh garden greens for students-in-need, as well as neighbouring homes for the elderly. - [MARUBENI DONATES US$10,000 TO HOPE CENTRE FOR ABANDONED CHILDREN](https://swfandco.com/news/marubeni-donates-us10000-to-hope-centre-for-abandoned-children/): WEDNESDAY, 17 APRIL 2024 – PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month, Marubeni Power International Inc. - [FIRST CRAB FARM LAUNCHED IN TOBAGO](https://swfandco.com/news/first-crab-farm-launched-in-tobago/): MONDAY 22 APRIL 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Buccoo Historical Park on Orange Grove Road in Tobago is now home to a first-of-its-kind crab farm in the Caribbean. - [ASJA GIRLS GET SOLAR-POWERED GREENHOUSE](https://swfandco.com/news/asja-girls-get-solar-powered-greenhouse/): SATURDAY 20 APRIL 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – On Wednesday 17 April 2024, The Trinidad and Tobago Chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers (TTAEE) in collaboration with Soroptimist International Esperance, unveiled a solar-powered, drip-to-waste hydroponics system at ASJA Girls College in Barrackpore. - [IGT’S DONATION OF SMART DEVICES BOOSTS LEARNING AT IMMORTELLE CENTRE](https://swfandco.com/news/igts-donation-of-smart-devices-boosts-learning-at-immortelle-centre/): FRIDAY 19 APRIL 2024, PORT OF SPAIN – Smart devices have changed the face of learning at the Immortelle Centre for Special Needs in St Anns. - [EMPOWERING WOMEN THROUGH TECH](https://swfandco.com/news/empowering-women-through-tech/): FRIDAY 12 APRIL, 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Digicel Foundation has partnered with the Trinidad & Tobago Association of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints to support vulnerable women across Trinidad and Tobago. - [ARIPO YOUNGSTERS LAUNCH ‘BUNNY BUILDERS’ BUSINESS](https://swfandco.com/news/aripo-youngsters-launch-bunny-builders-business/): THURSDAY 11 APRIL 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Young residents of the Heights of Aripo have launched a sustainable business venture in rabbit-rearing. - [150 ATHLETES COMPETE IN SPECIAL OLYMPICS NATIONAL CRICKET GAMES](https://swfandco.com/news/150-athletes-compete-in-special-olympics-national-cricket-games/): FRIDAY 22 MARCH 2024: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Special Olympics athletes were out in their numbers for The Special Olympics National Cricket Games on Saturday 16th March 2024 held at Constantine Park, Macoya. - [RABBIT-REARING PROJECT OFFERS T&T A HEALTHIER OPTION](https://swfandco.com/news/rabbit-rearing-project-offers-tampt-a-healthier-option/): TUESDAY 19 MARCH 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – Health-conscious consumers will soon benefit from a community project that will increase rabbit meat production in Trinidad and Tobago. - [KATZENJAMMERS ROCK WITH TECHNOLOGY](https://swfandco.com/news/katzenjammers-rock-with-technology/): MONDAY 18 MARCH 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – The Katzenjammers Steel Orchestra – Panorama medium band title holder and the pride of Black Rock Tobago – can now boast of a technology centre at its panyard. - [CARDI INSTALLS BIRD WAILERS TO PROTECT TOBAGO FARMS](https://swfandco.com/news/cardi-installs-bird-wailers-to-protect-tobago-farms/): FRIDAY 15 MARCH 2024, PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO – According to the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI), farmers in Tobago face losing 50 - 65% of their crop due to pests, including parrot and cocrico birds. ## Pages - 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