9 inmates receive high school certificates through VIHCP

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, a group of determined individuals proved that it’s never too late to change the course of your life.

Through the Virgin Islands High School Certificate Programme (VIHCP), under the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, nine inmates at His Majesty’s Prison proudly walked the stage graduating with their high school certificates.

“This incredible achievement would not have been possible without the dedication of our very own Programme Officer- Youth, Ms Mignon Williams, who, often accompanied by other DYAS Officers, visited the prison weekly to facilitate classes and provide guidance,” the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports (DYAS) stated in a Facebook post on July 18, 2025.

DYAS extended special congratulations to Richard Haripersad, who received the highest achievements in Math and Science. “Your hard work and perseverance are truly inspiring. You all have every reason to be proud of your success. You are the true definition of resilience and redemption.”