Lions District Governor Visits the BVI
Lions Clubs across the Territory recently welcomed Lions International District 60B Governor Hyacinth Jeremiah for an official three-day visit. The tour spanned Tortola and Virgin Gorda, featuring community service reviews, club audits, and courtesy meetings with government leaders.
BVI LIONS WELCOME DISTRICT 60B GOVERNOR ON OFFICIAL VISIT TO THE TERRITORY TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands – Wednesday, 4 November 2026 – Lions Clubs in the British Virgin Islands welcomed Lions International District 60B Governor, Hyacinth Jeremiah, MJF, on an official visit to the Territory from 24 to 26 October 2026.
The three-day visit focused on leadership, accountability, community service and strengthening partnerships across the Territory. Hosted by the Lions Club of Tortola and Valley Sound, the programme included engagements in Tortola and Virgin Gorda, bringing together Lions members, government officials and representatives of non-profit organisations.
The visit provided an opportunity to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and highlight the important role of service organisations in supporting community development. On Sunday, 25 October, the District Governor travelled to Virgin Gorda to meet with members of the Valley Sound Lions Club.
The visit included an audit and discussions on Club operations, administrative practices, ongoing projects and future service priorities. The programme continued on Monday, 26 October, with a radio interview on ZBVI, followed by courtesy calls on His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Daniel Pruce; the Honourable Premier, Dr.
Natalio Wheatley; and members of the House of Assembly. Those in attendance included Speaker Hon. Julian Fraser, Leader of the Opposition Hon. These engagements provided an opportunity to discuss the contribution of Lions and other service organisations to the Territory and explore opportunities for continued collaboration.
The District Governor also met with representatives of non-profit organisations, including Rotary Assistant District Governor Shan Mohamed, to exchange perspectives on community needs and discuss opportunities for greater cooperation among service organisations. Additional engagements included members of the Anegada Lions Club Branch and prospective Leos, the youth arm of Lions Clubs International, highlighting the importance of youth involvement in community service and leadership development.
During his engagement with the Lions Club of Tortola, the District Governor reviewed the Club’s plans, objectives and goals, offering guidance and ideas to support its continued growth and effectiveness. Members also shared their ongoing community initiatives and reaffirmed their commitment to serving the people of the British Virgin Islands through humanitarian projects, partnerships and volunteerism.
The official visit underscored the importance of strong leadership, sound administration and collaboration in delivering meaningful community service. It also provided an opportunity to strengthen connections among Lions Clubs throughout the Territory and across District 60B. As the Lions Club of Tortola advances its 2026–2027 Lionistic Year under the theme “Service from the Heart,” the Club remains committed to working alongside community partners and fellow service organisations to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of residents.
Primary source: The Anegada Community Board (Facebook)