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Dr Karl Dawson appointed consultant @ Education Ministry

-will work to strengthen areas of weakness in the Ministry
Dr Karl Dawson has been appointed a consultant at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture to handle various matters, including policy, succession planning and tertiary education. Photo: VINO/File
Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said there is significant areas of weakness in his ministry, as such, Dr Dawson will help strengthen those areas. Photo: VINO/File
Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said there is significant areas of weakness in his ministry, as such, Dr Dawson will help strengthen those areas. Photo: VINO/File
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Dr Karl Dawson has been appointed a consultant at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture to handle various matters, including policy, succession planning and tertiary education.

This was confirmed via a Government Information Service release from the Ministry where subject Minister, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said that there are significant areas of weakness in the Ministry and as such, Dr Dawson’s extensive knowledge, expertise and experience are valuable resources in progressing the Ministry's ambitious agenda.

As part of his duties, Dr Dawson’s will be assisting with the implementation of the Agriculture and Fisheries Marketing Authority Bill; and Liaising with the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College on the implementation of the Teacher Education Institute.

Dr Dawson will provide support to Ministry projects 

He will also be providing support on matters of accreditation, mentorship of new leadership, planning (including strategic planning), programme development, programme review and succession planning.

The release noted that Dr Dawson is a graduate of the University of Florida with a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Higher Education Administration.

He has served at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College for 24 years and was the President of the Institution for seven years and recently held the position of President at the Anguilla Community College from 2017 to 2020 and also serves as the President for Towers Educational Consultants (BVI).

As part of his role, Dr Dawson will also liaise with regional and international organizations on scholarship opportunities for Virgin Islanders, especially the education sector; and collaborate with the Ministry of Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration to facilitate work readiness training.

13 Responses to “Dr Karl Dawson appointed consultant @ Education Ministry”

  • NB (06/02/2021, 15:25) Like (12) Dislike (3) Reply
    So what will Nat king Cole be doing? This is a clear indication that the Folks in the MOE are incompetent. Me ain’t say so, their track record supports that fact
  • Fed Up (06/02/2021, 15:27) Like (12) Dislike (1) Reply
    Such a lovely soul, he will do a good job. May the blessings of God be with him
  • The TRUTH (06/02/2021, 15:36) Like (13) Dislike (4) Reply
    Dr Dawson is a good man remember funny man and Antiguan ram him out of the BVI. We will never forget
  • Servant of the Most High God in Christ Jesusin (06/02/2021, 15:37) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    GOOD PICK PREMIER!
    AS FAR AS I KNOW ABOVE DR. KARL DAWSON IS THAT HE IS A WELL WORTHY PERSON FOR THIS POSITION.
    HE WILL BE A GREAT ASSET TO THE DEPUTY PREMIER WHO HOLDS THE OFFICE OF EDUCATION MINISTER AND YOUTH AFFAIRS, AND THE B.V.I AT LARGE.
    CONGRATULATION TO YOU DR. KARL DAWSON. MAY YOU BY THE STRENGTH OF GOD'S GRACE SERVE US ALL WITH THE SAME LOVE AND INTEGRITY THAT YOU HAVE IN THE PAST. WELCOME!!! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE.
  • long look me come from (06/02/2021, 16:54) Like (7) Dislike (2) Reply
    Very good pick he is one of we
  • DAWSON (06/02/2021, 17:28) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    GOOD CHOICE CLEAN UP THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT DEAL WITH THE CULTURE DEPARTMENT THE CHIEF EDUCATION OFFICER AND THE YOUTH WOMAN FOR THE SHOW THINGS NEED TO BE SORT OUT EDUCATION NEED A BIG VAMP STOP BLAMING STUDENTS A LOOT NEEDS TO BE FUX FROM INSIDS
  • WELCOME (06/02/2021, 19:15) Like (6) Dislike (0) Reply
    Welcome back home. You will do a good job.
    • Nice Guy , Not Now (07/02/2021, 08:17) Like (9) Dislike (3) Reply
      Consultant for what...Now is not the time for this..The country is broke and this is unnecessary expences at this time,,Presently we are struggling to get Sea Port open because they don't have Money,,,Some people still aint get their Covid help from Social Security money,,,, Wise up,, Put this consultancy money into something of a higher priority,,,,Maybe later on when things get better, and money start flowing then you can bring him in...,
  • jamgirl (06/02/2021, 19:46) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congrats Dr Dawson ,Great new best of luck in your endeavours.
  • Observer (07/02/2021, 07:58) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    Government still hiring their consultant friends and the unemployed can't get a job because of a hiring freeze. Clearly you all find money for what you want. In both VIP and NDP once your a party member that lost in the election you are automatically rewarded greatly sucks in this place.
  • Ndp history lesson (07/02/2021, 08:22) Like (4) Dislike (4) Reply
    Let’s not forget that dr Dawson was victimized by funny man

    He had to run for his life to angullia to look work so please remind crazy Cindy
  • corruption is here (07/02/2021, 11:51) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    where is the governor?
  • Crony (07/02/2021, 11:53) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
    Just another political job - Crony


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