Kalinago: The Authorities of Dominica handed over 18 climate-resilient homes to the folks of the Kalinago Territory on Thursday. The ceremony was hosted on the Salybia Main College, in collaboration with the representatives from the European Union.
The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit, Minister for Housing Melissa Skerrit in addition to the Deputy Secretary-Basic of the European Exterior Motion Service, Helena Konig amongst others.
The beneficiaries embody individuals who have been displaced as a result of Hurricane Maria within the communities of Tauna, Harmony, Mahaut River, Gaulette River and St Cyr.
Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit mentioned that the handover ceremony alerts the beginning of a brand new life for the recipients.
“With the handover of those new properties, 18 households are actually in a position to step right into a clear, trendy area that they will name residence the place youngsters can thrive and create lasting reminiscences,” mentioned Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit.
He mentioned that the house represents security and safety given Dominica’s experiences with disasters equivalent to Hurricane Maria and Tropical Storm Erika.
Melissa Skerrit, Minister for Housing and City Growth emphasised the aim of the distribution and mentioned it can make sure the well-being of residents. She added that this motion will facilitate the residents with safer and safer housing facilities.
The 18 homes are reportedly funded by the European Union following the pledge to assist Dominica rebuild following Hurricane Maria.
Deputy Secretary-Basic of the European Exterior Motion Service, Helena Konig recalled the destruction brought on by Hurricane Maria.
“What I see now are strong and practical homes, as an alternative of destruction. This group now has stronger properties to assist higher defend lives,” she added whereas lauding the continued resilience of the folks of Dominica.
In addition to this, she additionally make clear the challenges Caribbean international locations face as a result of local weather change in each Hurricane Season.
“A rustic like Dominica faces dangers each hurricane season, which is the worry issue for the residents and authorities as nicely. This has raised the necessity to discover methods to deal with such disastrous outcomes,” mentioned Helena Konig.
In addition to this, Housing Minister Melissa Skerrit acknowledged that the distribution of 18 extra properties is a step ahead of their mission to construct/hand over 5,000 climate-resilient properties.
“Heartfelt gratitude to the EU for the unwavering dedication to the event of our nation. Their invaluable monetary help has assisted us in reworking a imaginative and prescient of climate-resilient housing right into a actuality for the great folks of the Kalinago territory,” she added.
Moreover, the housing minister additionally mentioned the structure of the brand new properties and added that the models signify the wealthy heritage of the Kalinago Neighborhood.
