Business View caribbean - Aug 2023

34 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 8 seniors to send them off to accredited universities, to study fields of engineering and other technical fields.” But this isn’t merely about sending students off to universities; there’s a circle of growth involved. Those who benefit from this scholarship are expected to “come back and use their skills once they’ve graduated to work with VIWAPA and help our island.” The Authority’s connection with UVI extends beyond the scholarship program. It actively participates in job fairs and consistently engages with students to guide them toward fulfilling careers within the technical disciplines; a strategy that’s yielding promising results for the community and VIWAPA itself. Building a Resilient Future: VIWAPA’s Vision for the Virgin Islands VIWAPA’s commitment to the community goes beyond immediate utility services; it