Tobago CivilNET, Tophill Street, Speyside, Tobagowww.TobagoCivilNET.orgTobagoCivilNET@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/TobagoCivilNET PRO: Latoyaa Roberts-ThomasFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETobago CivilNET Hosts Annual General Meeting and Announces New Board for 2026–2028Tobago, June 8, 2026 — Tobago CivilNET successfully hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday, May 29th, 2026, at the Tobago Information Technology Limited (TITL) facility. The AGM brought together members, partners, and civic-minded Tobagonians committed to strengthening transparency, accountability, and citizen participation across the island.During the meeting, members elected the new Tobago CivilNET Board for the 2026–2028 term, reaffirming the organisation’s mission to promote informed citizenship and responsible governance.Tobago CivilNET Board 2026–2028Chair Dr. Ryan F. AllardCo-Chair Kino SammySecretary Dr. Sharon Campbell-PhillipsTreasurer Rodney PiggottPublic Relations Officer (PRO) Latoyaa Roberts-ThomasStrategic Members• Karen Bart-Alexander• Patrick George• Vaughn Laptiste• Xavier EdwardsThe outgoing Chairman, Mr. Rodney Pigott in his report under the theme “Passing the Baton”, symbolized the organisation’s commitment to continuity, intergenerational collaboration, and the strengthening of civic responsibility across Tobago.Chairman Elect, Dr. Ryan Allard emphasized the importance of active citizenship in Tobago’s development. He stated:“If Tobago is to improve, it will take citizens who are prepared to do more than complain. It will take people willing to help inform the public, strengthen accountability, and serve the island through serious civic work. Tobago CivilNET exists for that purpose, and as we begin this new chapter, we invite others who share that commitment to join us at http://www.TobagoCivilNET.org/join.”The AGM also highlighted CivilNET’s ongoing initiatives, including civic education programmes, public-interest research, and community engagement efforts aimed at empowering Tobagonians to participate meaningfully in the island’s governance and development. Tobago CivilNET extends its gratitude to outgoing board members for their service and welcomes the newly elected leadership as the organisation continues its mission to build a more informed, engaged, and accountable Tobago.

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About Tobago CivilNETTobago CivilNET is a non-partisan civic organisation dedicated to promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in Tobago. Through research, advocacy, and public education, CivilNET works to strengthen democratic culture and empower residents to play an active role in shaping the island’s future.