BGIS RADIO PROGRAMME FOR OCTOBER 2025

Obeah Opera is a powerful retelling of the story of Tituba — an enslaved Barbadian woman at the center of the Salem Witch Trials. 

Through music, dance, and storytelling rooted in Caribbean & African spirituality and resistance, this all-female cast delivers a breathtaking experience that celebrates culture, endurance, and truth. 

🎶 Selected songs "Di Moon Song" & "Blood (moans from the Dead)" featured in this programme are informal cast recordings from the musical odyssey Obeah Opera written, composed and arranged by Nicole Brooks c/o Asah Productions Inc. © 2014 & 2024 All Rights Reserved.  

For more information please go to www.obeahopera.com 

INSIDER'S REPORT | OBEAH OPERA - THE STORY OF TITUBA

Antonio Thomas of the Barbados Licensing Authority shares practical advice on what steps to take if your vehicle is stolen.

SPOTLIGHT ON THE BARBADOS LICENSING AUTHORITY | STOLEN VEHICLES

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1.	Village Builders Programme
2.	NHC on SurePay
3.	Barbados Job Register

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – October 1 - 7:
-	Graydon Sealy Secondary Canteen Tender (to download)
-	Barbados Employment and Career Counselling Service – follow on Instagram @molbarbados246
-	NCF Writer’s Clinic  - follow on Instagram @thencfbarbados and website ncf.bb

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-october-1-7-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT OCTOBER 1 - 7 (2025)

Thinking of scrapping an old car? Listen to the step-by-step guidance from the Barbados Licensing Authority on how to legally and safely scrap your vehicle. 

Learn more by visiting the BLA website at https://bla.gov.bb

SPOTLIGHT ON THE BARBADOS LICENSING AUTHORITY | SCRAPPING A VEHICLE

During CARIFESTA XV , a number of eminent regional politicians and academics engaged in public discourse about a variety of topics.  Hear professor, Sir Hilary Beckles as he gives his views about Barbados and civilization in the Caribbean.

INSIDER'S REPORT | THE BIG CONVERSATIONS | PART 2 | SIR HILARY BECKLES | BARBADOS AND CIVILISATION

Nutrition Officer Leanda Hurdle shares simple, delicious ideas for preparing a heart-healthy Sunday meal. Learn how making small changes in the kitchen can help lower your risk of stroke and heart disease.

HEART HEALTHY SUNDAY FOOD

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1.	Barbados Meteorological Services Instagram Series “You Asked, We Answer”
2.	Health drink by National Nutrition Centre

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – October 8 - 14:
-	Teaching opportunities (to download)

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-october-8-14-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT OCTOBER 8 - 14 (2025)

In this week’s A Matter of Interest, we explore the Village Builders Programme — an initiative designed to strengthen communities across Barbados. 

Minister of Tertiary Education and Training, Sandra Husbands, and Principal of Erdiston Teachers’ Training College, Dr. Colin Cumberbatch, explain how the programme empowers individuals to make a lasting impact.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE | EPISODE 2

This episode features excerpts from the In Focus programme, where Dr. Ramona Archer-Bradshaw, Dr. Paul Murphy, and Janelle Whittle discuss the Government’s new education policy — one designed to be relevant, modern, and focused on youth development.

🎥 Watch the full discussion here: https://youtu.be/G8mnv4IWt5U

INSIDER'S REPORT | INFOCUS | EVERY CHILD BARBADOS

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:

1.	Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and National Policy
2.	Village Builders Training Programme | Apply today at ettc.edu.bb or call 536-5704 
3.	The Barbados Fire Service Headquarters, Bridgetown Fire Station, and Fire Prevention and Code Enforcement Unit will officially relocate to their new home at Prince Road, Pine, St. Michael, on Wednesday, October 22.

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – October 15 - 21:

-	The National Committee on Wellness hosts the Workplace Wellness in Action Forum this Wednesday, October 22, at the Barbados Workers’ Union headquarters, Harmony Hall, St. Michael. Check https://www.instagram.com/workplacewellnessbb/ for details.
-	Teaching vacancies (download)
-	Security tender for Deighton Griffith Secondary School (download)

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-october-15-21-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT OCTOBER 15 - 21 (2025)

As part of the Big Conversations series during CARIFESTA XV, Prime Minister Mia Mottley and St. Lucian diplomat Dr. June Soomer — a member of the UN Forum on People of African Descent — share their perspectives on what “civilisation” means in the Caribbean context and the importance of free movement of people. The discussion is moderated by CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett.

INSIDER'S REPORT | THE BIG CONVERSATIONS | PART 3 | CIVILISATION IN THE CARIBBEAN

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1.	Barbados Electoral Department
2.	Copyright Bill 2025

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – October 22 - 28:

-	Barbados Job Register popup at the National Insurance and Social Security Service on Culloden Road, St. Michael, until October 31.
-	BECCS job postings – check molbarbados246 on Instagram or molbarbados on Facebook
-	The Co-operative We Gatherin’ Entrepreneurial Fair | Saturday, November 1 |Church Village Green, Central Bank | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
-	FundAccess’ Leadership Lounge Workshop | Topics include: Understanding the Difference Between Leading and Managing Employees | November 6 to 27 | you can attend either online or in-person. Sign up today at info.fundaccess.org/registration-form | more information, email training@fundaccess.com or call 228-1366
-	Tsunami Awareness Day Film Festival | Bay Street Esplanade, St. Michael | November 7 | 6:30 p.m.  


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT OCTOBER 22 - 28 (2025)

This feature highlights the vital work of Barbados’ soil technicians, as they explain the skill, precision, and care involved in preparing graves.

INSIDER'S REPORT | THE WORK OF THE SHADOWS

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1.	Barbados National Standards Institute (BNSI)
2.	National Workplace Wellness Forum
3.	Voter registration

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – October 29 – November 4:
-	BECCS job postings – check molbarbados246 on Instagram or molbarbados on Facebook
-	Teaching vacancies (download)

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-october-29-november-4-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT OCTOBER 29 – NOVEMBER 4 (2025)

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