Basseterre, St. Kitts — In recognition of World Health Day 2025, The Joy Project proudly donated three laptops and three mobile phones to the Ministry of Health to support the launch of its Maternal Care Navigator (MCN) Programme. This timely and purposeful contribution will directly support the three newly appointed Maternity Care Navigators, two based in St. Kitts and one in Nevis, as they begin their vital work of improving outcomes for mothers and newborns across the Federation.
The donation was officially handed over during a ceremony held on the morning of Monday 7 April at the Ministry of Health’s Conference Room.
The laptops were part of a generous gift of 30 devices received by The Joy Project from Mr. Mario Sabga-Aboud, Chairman of the Global Brands Group of Companies, which includes the popular Rituals Coffee House, Pizza Boys, Ah’len, and Wok & Roll franchises.
The Maternal Care Navigators, all trained midwives, will serve as resource persons and advocates for pregnant women, especially those with high-risk pregnancies, guiding them through the antenatal, delivery, and postnatal periods. Their role is intended to complement existing services by ensuring timely access to care, early identification of potential complications, and personalised support.
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Hazel Laws hailed the introduction of the MCN Programme as a timely and forward-thinking intervention. She noted that the initiative reflects international best practices and will strengthen the Ministry’s efforts to ensure safer, more supported pregnancies and improved outcomes for mothers and newborns across the Federation.
Also present at the ceremony were Mr. Curtis Martin, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health; senior personnel from the Ministry; Mrs. Diani Prince-Drew, Founder and Executive Director of The Joy Project; and Mrs. Charisse Leacock Wilkin, Director of The Joy Project.
The Joy Project was honoured to support this groundbreaking initiative. For Mrs. Prince-Drew, the cause carries personal significance, as her mother – a nurse – found great purpose in midwifery.
The donation exemplifies The Joy Project’s ongoing commitment to supporting women and children, especially in areas of maternal and neonatal health.
The Joy Project Foundation remains committed to walking alongside the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to help create brighter, healthier futures – one joyful step at a time.
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