Rebuild Dominica Donates US$5,000 Worth of Books to the Dominica State College Library

The Dominica State College (DSC) proudly acknowledges a generous donation to its library
made through the efforts of Rebuild Dominica Inc. This generous donor is a non-profit
organization which focuses on disaster relief, sustainable development, and empowering
Dominican communities, first established after the ravages of Tropical Storm Erika by
Dominicans living overseas. The organization also works with various partners to implement
renewable energy systems, promote sustainable agriculture, provide educational scholarships,
and support communities with funds and resources.

On Thursday, October 2, 2025 an official handing over ceremony was held to formally recognize
the book donation. The contribution, valued at US$5,000, consists of a wide range of books that
will significantly enhance the College’s library collection and academic resources.

The donation includes an impressive mix of fiction and non-fiction titles, novels, and historical
works focusing on Dominican and West Indian heritage, as well as publications by local authors
Gabriel Christian and Justice Dr. Irving Andre through Pont Casse Press. These resources are
expected to strengthen students’ access to diverse literature, encourage research and reading, and
support the College’s ongoing commitment to cultural and intellectual growth.

Present at the handing-over ceremony were members of staff, students, and special guests,
including Miss Trudy Christian, Officer in Charge at the Office of the President, and Miss
Jacqueline Royer, Library Director of the Dominica State College and (virtually) Mrs. Joan
Christian of Rebuild Dominica.

In expressing her appreciation, Miss Royer extended heartfelt thanks to Rebuild Dominica for
their thoughtful and impactful contribution, noting that such partnerships play a vital role in
fostering academic excellence and community development and encouraging further
collaboration to improve the library’s technological resources.

The Dominica State College conveys its deepest gratitude to Rebuild Dominica for this beyond-
kind gesture, which reaffirms the organization’s enduring support for education and nation-
building in Dominica.