by Paula Harper-Grant | Apr 5, 2019 | Ministry News
The Barbados Cultural Industries Development Authority (BCIDA), has merged with the National Cultural Foundation (NCF). Senior Business Development Officer, Andre Hoyte explained that, “To streamline the management of the cultural industries sector, the main functions...
by Melissa Rollock | Oct 12, 2018 | Ministry News
In keeping with its theme for Education Month, Building Excellence in Education through STEAM, the Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training will host a cultural industries forum for students. Dubbed Youth Create, the forum will take place at the...
by Jamal Weekes | Sep 15, 2017 | Ministry News
With the mapping of the cultural industries in Barbados in the final stages, the Barbados Cultural Industries Development Authority is inviting creative industries stakeholders to a discussion aimed at examining the best approach to the recommendations made....
by Jamal Weekes | Jun 23, 2017 | Top Stories
Regional cultural directors have been encouraged to examine Barbados’ legislation on the development of cultural industries. This suggestion came from Minister of Culture, Stephen Lashley, who spoke at the 25th meeting of the Regional Cultural Committee, in...
by Jamal Weekes | May 5, 2017 | Top Stories
There is a need for further investment in Barbados’ talent. Minister of Culture, Stephen Lashley, made this call recently while addressing participants of a Tourism Management Conference at Sandals Barbados. Mr. Lashley noted the importance of investing in the...