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𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐚 𝐭𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚 "𝟗𝟎 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐩𝐚 𝟗𝟎 𝐀ñ𝐚"
𝐂𝐮 𝐮𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐨 𝐝𝐢 𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚.

Riba 18 di september 2024, Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) a inicia nan proyecto “90 Mata pa 90 Aña” en conexion cu celebracion di su 90 aniversario sirbi

𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐚 𝐭𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚 "𝟗𝟎 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐩𝐚 𝟗𝟎 𝐀ñ𝐚"
𝐂𝐮 𝐮𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐨 𝐝𝐢 𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚.

Riba 18 di september 2024, Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) a inicia nan proyecto “90 Mata pa 90 Aña” en conexion cu celebracion di su 90 aniversario sirbiendo nos isla. Cu un plantamento simbolico di e prome mata na Biblioteca Nacional Aruba – Arubiana – Caribiana den Bachstraat kier enfoca riba mehoracion di Medio Ambiente na Aruba y pa laga un herencia duradero pa e generacion di futuro.

E acto di plantamento no solamente ta simbolisa e raiznan firme cu WCA tin den nos
comunidad, pero tambe su esfuerso continuo pa yuda nos medio ambiente. Durante e periodo di e directiva di 2024-2025, lo planta 90 mata na diferente luga riba Aruba.
E evento a tuma luga den presencia di miembronan di WCA, y bishitanan distingui for di Washington, presidente Internacional di General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), Sra. Suellen Brazil y presidente Electo Sra. Wendy Carriker, famia di Sra. Quita Croes, prome presidente local di WCA, Sra. Astrid Britten, directora di Biblioteca Nacional Aruba, Sra. Zetsia Ponson, BNA Dept. Arubiana/ Caribiana Coleccion Special como tambe miembronan di Fundacion Ban Lanta y Planta.

"Nos tema di awe, “90 Mata pa 90 Aña, no ta solamente pa honra nos pasado, pero tambe pa inverti den futuro di nos isla stima”, Sra. Geerman a expresa.

E plantamento di e prome mata tabata posibel danki na un colaboracion cu “Ban Lanta y Planta” representa pa Sra. Anita Mijts-Aerts, Sra. Desiree Emerencia y Aruba Conservation Foundation, representa pa Sra. Natasha Silva y miembro di WCA Sra. Jan Oduber, kende a propone e iniciativa bunita aki. Sra. Anita Mijts-Aerts a duna informacion valioso tocante e cuido y sostenibilidad di e mata di Aruba cu a planta durante e ceremonia na “Palo di Boonchi”. Tur mata cu lo planta ta matanan indigeno di Aruba. Pa finalisa, Sra. Rreina Geerman a gradeci tur hende cu a contribui na e evento aki y a subraya e importancia di sosten di comunidad pa cu exito di e proyecto aki.

𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐅𝐖𝐂 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤
In celebration of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) National Day of Service, the Women's Club of Aruba (WCA) hosted their volunteer event today, ahead of

𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐅𝐖𝐂 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤
In celebration of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) National Day of Service, the Women's Club of Aruba (WCA) hosted their volunteer event today, ahead of the official observance on September 28. This year, the GFWC's theme focuses on the critical mission to end hunger, an issue affecting communities around the world. WCA joined this global effort by supporting the Fundacion Pa Nos Comunidad (FPNC), Aruba’s local food bank, with a meaningful volunteer activity this morning from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
With compassion and dedication, WCA members gathered at FPNC to assist in various tasks, such as organizing food supplies, sorting donations, and around 100 packaging essential food items for distribution to families in need. The Women's Club of Aruba's involvement is part of their longstanding commitment to service, aligning with the broader goals of the GFWC to support humanitarian causes worldwide.
Through partnerships with organizations like FPNC, the WCA continues to exemplify the core values of the GFWC by uplifting those in need and working toward a better, hunger-free future for all.

On September 18th, the Women's Club of Aruba (WCA) had the honor of meeting with Prime Minister Mrs. Evelyn Wever-Croes alongside a remarkable delegation of international women leaders. The discussion focused on key initiatives to advance women's rights, leadership, and community development.

The delegation included:
WCA President Mrs. Re

On September 18th, the Women's Club of Aruba (WCA) had the honor of meeting with Prime Minister Mrs. Evelyn Wever-Croes alongside a remarkable delegation of international women leaders. The discussion focused on key initiatives to advance women's rights, leadership, and community development.

The delegation included:
WCA President Mrs. Reina Geerman, Vice President Roxanne Vieira and Past President Omaira Silva
Representatives of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), International President Mrs. Suellen Brill Brazil and President Elect Mrs. Wendy Carriker.
Representatives of the Women’s Steering Committee Curaçao, President Mrs. Mirieta Lourens-de Lanoy, Secretary Mrs. Jennifer Hypolite and Treasurer Mrs. Shirley Henriette-Streden.
Representativesnof the Fundashon Sentro di Dama (SEDA) Curaçao, President Mrs. Meyrtha Leetz-Cijntje and Secretary Mrs. Shanouella Girigorie.

During the meeting urgent topics such as domestic violence and sexual violence, and the critical role of educational programs in combating these social challenges were discussed.

This meeting highlights the shared dedication to empowering women and driving positive change in our communities. The GFWC delegation’s visit to Aruba as part of our 90th anniversary celebrations strengthened the bond between our organizations, united in the mission of fostering leadership and volunteerism.
Together, we continue to advocate for a safer and more equitable world for all women. 

Today, the visiting delegation for the 90th Anniversary of the Women’s Club of Aruba, including GFWC International President Mrs. Suellen Brill Brazil, President Elect Mrs. Wendy Carriker, and Curacao’s Women’s Steering Committee President Mirieta Lourens-de Lanoy and delegates, made a special visit to the FPNC (Aruba’s Food Bank). 

During

Today, the visiting delegation for the 90th Anniversary of the Women’s Club of Aruba, including GFWC International President Mrs. Suellen Brill Brazil, President Elect Mrs. Wendy Carriker, and Curacao’s Women’s Steering Committee President Mirieta Lourens-de Lanoy and delegates, made a special visit to the FPNC (Aruba’s Food Bank). 

During the visit, they learned about the incredible work FPNC does to support families in need. This initiative aligns with the GFWC National Day of Service, and we are proud to announce that the Women’s Club of Aruba will be volunteering this Saturday to assist with packing and distributing food packages for the less fortunate.

Join us in extending our gratitude to the FPNC team and stay tuned for updates on our upcoming service activities! 

#90YearsOfService #WCAAruba #GFWC #DayOfService #CommunityCare #TogetherWeServe

On the 17th of September, Agustin Vrolijk, Interim Governor of Aruba, welcomed leaders from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) and the Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) at the Governor’s Office. The meeting included GFWC International President Suellen Brazil, President-Elect Wendy Carriker, WCA President Reina Geerman, and Past Pre

On the 17th of September, Agustin Vrolijk, Interim Governor of Aruba, welcomed leaders from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) and the Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) at the Governor’s Office. The meeting included GFWC International President Suellen Brazil, President-Elect Wendy Carriker, WCA President Reina Geerman, and Past President Omaira Silva.

The discussions revolved around the key initiatives of both organizations, which are dedicated to advocating for women's rights, leadership, and community development. A major focus of the meeting was on tackling domestic violence and sexual violence, with both GFWC and WCA sharing their efforts to raise awareness and offer solutions through educational programs.

The GFWC delegation is visiting Aruba as part of the 90th anniversary celebrations of the Women’s Club of Aruba, further highlighting the long-standing commitment to volunteerism and community improvement. Their collaboration with local authorities emphasizes the importance of addressing social challenges through action and leadership.

This meeting underscores the shared mission of empowering women and fostering societal change through meaningful initiatives.

Photo: © Kabinet Gouverneur Aruba 

This year, the Women's Club of Aruba (WCA) proudly celebrates its 90th anniversary—an incredible milestone that speaks to decades of dedication, resilience, and continuous commitment to serving our community. Founded on September 17th, 1934, the WCA has grown into a vital organization, working tirelessly to make a difference through volun

This year, the Women's Club of Aruba (WCA) proudly celebrates its 90th anniversary—an incredible milestone that speaks to decades of dedication, resilience, and continuous commitment to serving our community. Founded on September 17th, 1934, the WCA has grown into a vital organization, working tirelessly to make a difference through volunteerism and advocacy.

Over the past 90 years, the WCA has evolved to meet the changing needs of society while remaining true to its core mission of enhancing the lives of individuals and families. From organizing community outreach programs, supporting education, to addressing pressing social issues, the WCA has been a beacon of hope and progress.

The Women’s Club of Aruba is thrilled to welcome our distinguished guests from our neighboring island, Curaçao, who have joined us to celebrate our 90th Anniversary! 

Women’s Steering Committee Curaçao, we warmly welcome:  

President Mirieta Lourens-de Lanoy

Secretary Mrs. Jennifer Hypolite

Treasurer Mrs. Shirley Henriette-Streden

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The Women’s Club of Aruba is thrilled to welcome our distinguished guests from our neighboring island, Curaçao, who have joined us to celebrate our 90th Anniversary! 

Women’s Steering Committee Curaçao, we warmly welcome:  

President Mirieta Lourens-de Lanoy

Secretary Mrs. Jennifer Hypolite

Treasurer Mrs. Shirley Henriette-Streden

 We are overjoyed to share this milestone with you and look forward to strengthening the bonds between our clubs as we continue to empower women and serve our communities. Thank you for being a part of this special celebration!  

 The Women’s Club of Aruba is thrilled to welcome our distinguished guests from our neighboring island, Curaçao, who have joined us to celebrate our 90th Anniversary! 

Fundashon Sentro di Dama (SEDA), we are honored to have with us:  
President Mrs. Meyrtha Leetz-Cijntje  
Secretary Mrs. Shanouella Girigorie

We are overjoyed to share this 

 The Women’s Club of Aruba is thrilled to welcome our distinguished guests from our neighboring island, Curaçao, who have joined us to celebrate our 90th Anniversary! 

Fundashon Sentro di Dama (SEDA), we are honored to have with us:  
President Mrs. Meyrtha Leetz-Cijntje  
Secretary Mrs. Shanouella Girigorie

We are overjoyed to share this milestone with you and look forward to strengthening the bonds between our clubs as we continue to empower women and serve our communities. Thank you for being a part of this special celebration!  

Since 1940, the Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) has proudly recognized the top graduates from all secondary schools across Aruba. On Thursday, July 11th, a special ceremony took place at the Renaissance Convention Center, where His Excellency Governor Alfonso Boekhoudt, accompanied by his wife and honorary WCA member Hanneke Boekhoudt-Koetse,

Since 1940, the Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) has proudly recognized the top graduates from all secondary schools across Aruba. On Thursday, July 11th, a special ceremony took place at the Renaissance Convention Center, where His Excellency Governor Alfonso Boekhoudt, accompanied by his wife and honorary WCA member Hanneke Boekhoudt-Koetse, attended alongside Minister of Education and Sports Endy Croes and his spouse, and Roberto Dijkhoff, Managing Director of Caribbean Mercantile Bank (the main sponsor of the event).

The event honored Aruba's top graduates from various types of secondary schools. WCA President Reina Geerman and Hanneke Boekhoudt presented the awards, which included the prestigious Shoco Award and other prizes, to these distinguished students.

Top graduates honored included students from VWO, HAVO, International School of Aruba, EPI, and EPB, among others.

The evening also featured a performance by Isdel Hyacinme, winner of the "Arte di Palabra 2024" competition in the "Rap" category, and special guest speaker Nigel Wix, a 2002 HAVO top graduate and now Regional Manager for IT Innovation and Technology at Aruba Bank N.V. and Orco Bank N.V., who shared his inspiring success story and advice with the students.

The Women’s Club of Aruba extends its deepest gratitude to all secondary school boards for providing the necessary information, as well as to the sponsors and volunteers who helped make this event possible. Special thanks go to the Student Awards Committee, led by Chairman Michella Steenvoorde-Laclé, and all who contributed to ensuring a memorable evening for Aruba’s brightest graduates.

Finally, we congratulate once again all of the 2023-2024 top graduates for their outstanding achievements! 

Remembering Lives Lost and Uniting for a World Without HIV/AIDS:
Candlelight Memorial Day Commemoration

Today, May 21, 2023,  on the solemn occasion of the annual HIV/AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day, we remember the millions of lives lost to this devastating pandemic and renew our commitment to creating a world free from the burden of HIV

Remembering Lives Lost and Uniting for a World Without HIV/AIDS:
Candlelight Memorial Day Commemoration

Today, May 21, 2023,  on the solemn occasion of the annual HIV/AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day, we remember the millions of lives lost to this devastating pandemic and renew our commitment to creating a world free from the burden of HIV/AIDS.

It is a day when we reflect & honor those who have passed away, support those living with HIV/AIDS, and advocate for increased awareness, prevention, access to treatment and care, and fostering hope for a brighter future.

Yesterday, at our monthly General Membership Meeting four candle were lit by our members: Mrs. Diana Uchtmann, Mrs. Adelaida Ponson, Mrs. Rita Grant & Mrs. Yvonne Warren.

Black candle: Honoring the ones that lost their lives to HIV/AIDS
Red candle: Supporting the ones living with HIV/AIDS
White candle: Focus on awareness and education on HIV/AIDS
Green candle: Symbolizes hope for a cure   

The HIV/AIDS Candlelight Memorial Day serves as a sad reminder of the profound impact that this epidemic continues to have on individuals, families, and communities worldwide.

The Women's Club of Aruba joined an interactive session with Drs. Alexandra van Huffelen, the Secretary of State.
Drs. van Huffelen shared insights on the European Parliament's role and encouraged Arubans to vote more to boost our visibility and access to support.
We discussed funding for our projects and received valuable advice and co

The Women's Club of Aruba joined an interactive session with Drs. Alexandra van Huffelen, the Secretary of State.
Drs. van Huffelen shared insights on the European Parliament's role and encouraged Arubans to vote more to boost our visibility and access to support.
We discussed funding for our projects and received valuable advice and contacts.
Grateful for this enlightening and informative session! 

In a heartwarming display of unity and community spirit, eight service clubs in Aruba came together for a transformative project named "Ambiente Feliz." This initiative, which saw the renovation of the Stichting Ambiente Feliz building and its surrounding fence, marks the first collaborative effort of such scale in over two decades. Thi

In a heartwarming display of unity and community spirit, eight service clubs in Aruba came together for a transformative project named "Ambiente Feliz." This initiative, which saw the renovation of the Stichting Ambiente Feliz building and its surrounding fence, marks the first collaborative effort of such scale in over two decades. This project underscores the power of teamwork and shared vision and highlights the dedication of these clubs to supporting a vital community resource.

A Vibrant Makeover

Stichting Ambiente Feliz, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support for individuals with mental disabilities, was the beneficiary of this extensive renovation. Volunteers from each club gathered on a sunny weekend, armed with paintbrushes, rollers, and an abundance of enthusiasm. The building's exterior and interior received fresh coats of paint, transforming dull walls into vibrant canvases of color. Additionally, the fence surrounding the property was revitalized, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal, and ensuring a secure and pleasant atmosphere for the residents.

The project was more than just a facelift; it symbolized hope, care, and the positive impact of collective action. The building, now a beacon of brightness and positivity, stands as a testament to what can be achieved when diverse groups work together towards a common goal.

Teamwork at Its Best

The participating clubs—Rotary Club of Aruba, Lions Club of Aruba, Kiwanis Club of Aruba, Quota Club of Aruba, Women's Club of Aruba, and the Rotary Club of Aruba Sunrise—each brought their unique strengths and resources to the table. Coordination was key, as the clubs meticulously planned every detail, from the choice of colors to the allocation of tasks. Volunteers ranged from seasoned professionals to young members eager to contribute, all working side by side in harmony. Their camaraderie was evident in the laughter, shared stories, and the occasional friendly banter, turning the project into a memorable experience for everyone involved.

𝗖𝘂 𝘂𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗮 “𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗢𝗨𝗧” 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝘂𝗯𝗮 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼: “𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝘆” 

Diabierna, 1 di september ultimo na The Movies di Gloria Imax Theatre, e organisacion Women’s Club of Aruba a organisa un seminario pa recauda fond

𝗖𝘂 𝘂𝗻 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗮 “𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗢𝗨𝗧” 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗿𝘂𝗯𝗮 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼: “𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗮𝘆” 

Diabierna, 1 di september ultimo na The Movies di Gloria Imax Theatre, e organisacion Women’s Club of Aruba a organisa un seminario pa recauda fondo titula “Embracing Change, it is coming your way” (Aceptando cambionan cu ta na caminda).

Cu un sala completamente “sold out”, varios orador y panelista a inspira esnan presente, a comparti nan conocemento y experiencia valioso . Tambe un y tur por a disfruta di diferente sorpresa durante ful e dia.

- Bo tawata sa cu door di baha bo airco cu 1% bo por safe 6% riba e suma di cuenta mensual?

- Bo tawata sa cu nan por hack mas di 80% di password cu nos ta uza?

- Evita di uza bo nomber, fecha di nacemento of nomber conoci! 

- Bo tawata sa cu Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort ta e prome y unico resort cu ta un Carbon Neutral Resort certifica den Caribe?

- Bo tawata sa cu marketing no ta e cosnan cu bo ta traha, sino e storia cu bo ta conta?

- Bo tawata sa cu incorporando un programa di sostenibilidad no ta solamente un asunto di concientisacion ambiental of etico, sino un decision sabi di negoshi?

- Bo tawata sa cu ‘mashin’ a cuminsa tuma over y cu nos tur tin cu bay recapasita nos mes pa e trabounan cu ta biniendo?

Tur esaki y hopi mas a keda presenta.

E comision di Women’s Club of Aruba kier a gradici tur persona y compania cu a kere den e proyecto aki y a contribui na un manera of otro pa a haci esaki posibel.

Ta gradici e comision encarga pa hinca e magno Seminario aki den otro; Lacle LM Joanaila Lacle, Raquel M Posner , Roxanne Vieira , Iraisa Wever , Monique Palm  y Rhona Dijkhoff . A lidera e proyecto aki Emily Perret-Gentil Ras.

Futura y Women’s Club of Aruba a dedica seminario na Hende Muhe

E aña aki, pa Dia Internacional di Hende Muhe 2023, Futura y Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) a organisa un seminario den contexto di e tema di e aña aki cu ta ‘Innovacion y Tecnologia pa Igualdad di Genero’. E seminario a tuma luga dia prome di maart, na Workplace The Hive, situ

Futura y Women’s Club of Aruba a dedica seminario na Hende Muhe

E aña aki, pa Dia Internacional di Hende Muhe 2023, Futura y Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) a organisa un seminario den contexto di e tema di e aña aki cu ta ‘Innovacion y Tecnologia pa Igualdad di Genero’. E seminario a tuma luga dia prome di maart, na Workplace The Hive, situa na Tanki Flip. 

E oradornan a scoge nan topico cu e meta di duna informacion valioso, pa e hende muhe por avansa cu confiansa den e campo di tecnologia, innovacion y pa stimula e siguiente generacionnan, en especial nos mucha muhenan, pa nan desaroya nan mes den e ramo di tecnologia. 

Moderador pa e anochi aki tabata Emily Perret Gentil, kende a supervisa e evento y a introduci e oradornan na e publico presente, mientras cu Norma Brinkenberg, como presidente di WCA, a duna bonbini na tur e participantenan di e anochi aki, enfatisando cu un di e metanan di WCA ta pa enfoca riba e interesnan di e hende muhe en general, cu bista riba un desaroyo positivo di nan capacidadnan.

E prome orador tabata Thessaly Zimmerman di Innovation Lab Futura, kende tin un grado di Bachelor den Comunicacion y ta ‘project manager’ na Futura Innovation Lab. El a presenta ‘Supernova’, e proyecto di plataforma femenino di e compania. 

A sigui cu Solange Marlin di Digital Natives, kende tabata e di dos orador y ta ‘project manager’ den campo di implementacion di software di negoshi y maneho di informacion. El a papia di su experencia personal den un campo di trabou cu mayormente ta domina pa hende homber. El a papia tambe tocante di e programa‘Code Club Aruba’, un iniciativa cu e meta pa educa hubentud, specialmente nos mucha muhenan, den e area di pensamento di diseño di tecnologia di informacion.

E di tres orador tabata dr. Kathleen Reddick. Su topico tabata ‘Inteligencia Emocional, Liderazgo y Motivacion’. Dr. Reddick, ta un Profesor Asocia, Emeritus, y anteriormente  tabata director di e programa pa Graduadonan di Management na St. Elizabeth University. E ta un experto den comunicacion strategico y liderazgo . Su doctorado ta enfoca riba teoria di Aprendisahe di Adulto, Entrenamento y Desaroyo di Recursonan Humano. Dr. Reddick a presenta tocante e importancia di liderazgo y con inteligencia emocional ta un parti importante di un lider influyente. E ta un orador dinamico y a sigura e interes di e audiencia . 

E di cuater y ultimo orador tabata dr. Kathy Marino, kende a trece dilanti  Seguridad y Proteccion Cibernetico. Dr. Marino a obtene su doctorado den Maneho, Liderazgo y Politica di Educacion Superior for di Seton Hall University. E tin un grado di maestria den Administracion di Negoshi y Tecnologia Instruccional for di Georgian Court University. Durante su 20 añanan como director di Tecnologia di Informacion tempo completo, el a duna les na universidad tocante Crimen Cibernetico, Digital Forensics, Cultura di Hacking y Metodonan di Investigacion. Durante su presentacion el a enfatisa e importancia di nabega riba internet di un manera sigur, splicando con hackernan ta traha, ransomware, e importancia di tin un programa antivirus y pa semper actualisa e sistema di internet.

Ta di remarca, cu tanto dr. Marino como dr. Reddick ta miembronan di WCA. 

Tur esnan cu a participa, a keda hopi contento cu e calidad di e diferente presentacionnan y e informacion valioso cu nan a ricibi riba e anochi aki. 

“Dress a Child” is our community's most well-known initiative for children. It takes place during the first week of December, when volunteers from WCA clothe a total of 255 disadvantaged children for the holidays. As we spend roughly AWG 150.00 for each child, the total funding for this project was AWG 22,291.55.

 We want to mention the f

“Dress a Child” is our community's most well-known initiative for children. It takes place during the first week of December, when volunteers from WCA clothe a total of 255 disadvantaged children for the holidays. As we spend roughly AWG 150.00 for each child, the total funding for this project was AWG 22,291.55.

 We want to mention the following sponsors: The Alhambra Cabana, being a main partner in this project for more then 7 years, WEB Aruba, Notary Office M. Tromp, Plus Accounting, Banco di Caribe, SETAR, Women from the Indian Community, Boogaard Insurances, Optica Oduber Khan, Xuxzez Consultancy, Xuxzez Manpower, Leysner & de Cuba Accounting, Jesmar Broadcasting, Coldwell Bankers, Fatum, Max Penja Ponson, RBC Social Services and Chrec Aruba Casino. Thank you so much for your contribution to this WCA project on behalf of the 255 children dressed in DAC 2022. The smile on their faces are priceless and bring satisfaction to our hearts. 

 Women’s Club of Aruba ta presenta e miho graduadonan pa 2021-2022

Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) ta honra e miho graduadonan di tur tipo di scol secundario pa hopi aña caba durante luna di juli. E aña aki, riba 12 di juli ultimo, e ceremonia a tuma luga na Boulevard Events Aruba, cu presencia di su excelencia gobernador Alfonso Boekhoudt, ac

 Women’s Club of Aruba ta presenta e miho graduadonan pa 2021-2022

Women’s Club of Aruba (WCA) ta honra e miho graduadonan di tur tipo di scol secundario pa hopi aña caba durante luna di juli. E aña aki, riba 12 di juli ultimo, e ceremonia a tuma luga na Boulevard Events Aruba, cu presencia di su excelencia gobernador Alfonso Boekhoudt, acompaña pa su yiu muhe Melissa Boekhoudt, nos minister di Educacion y Deporte Sr. Endy Croes y distinguida esposa y Sr. Armin Solognier, Senior Business

Developer di CMB - Caribbean Mercantile Bank, cu ta e sponsor principal di e evento aki.

E miho graduadonan a ser invita pa un anochi special pa ricibi un reconocimento pa ta e miho graduado di nan tipo di scol. Sra. Norma Brinkenberg, presidente di WCA, hunto cu Sr. Armin Solognier, a haci entrega di e plakaat, regalo- y premionan na e miho graduadonan di pais Aruba.

Esnan cu a ricibi honor tabata: MAVO 7 vak empate entre Sherlly Huang (Mon Plaisir

College) y Sheri Godet (Juliana School); MAVO 6 vak: Ethiën Maduro (La Salle College),

Avond MAVO 7 vak: Millie Rodriguez y 6 vak: Johan Dorcas.

Pa VWO ta Charissa Laing, HAVO ta Leanne Figuereo Rodriguez y Avond HAVO ta Juan

Dominico Gomes. Pa IBERO American High School ta Madeleine Thijsen y pa ISA ta

Stefania Ciccarelli Abrusci.

Pa Colegio EPI Unit Ciencia y Tecnologia (Bouwkunde): D’quan Ruiz, Unit Economia

(Financiële Administratie): Frangelith Urbina Gomez, Unit Hospitalidad y Turismo: Andrea

Loefstop (AS) y Caithlin Figaroa (AAS), Unit Salubridad y Servicio (Verpleegkunde): Dyami Bernabela.

Pa EPB: Niveau Doorstroom empate entre Roodnie Bernier (O’stad) y Brandy Figaroa (San Nicolas), Niveau Uitstroom: Mayron Veeris (O’stad), Niveau Arbeidsmarkt : Nathan Figaroa (San Nicolas).

Pa SPO empate entre Rendrick Wernet (Pariba) y Ayla Valdez (Sta Cruz).

E invitado special y alabes orador inpiracional p’e anochi aki tabata Ing. Edwin Jacobs, actual director di SVb y AZV. El a duna testimonio di su experiencianan y un mensahe positivo na nos miho graduadonan. Den pasado, e mes a ricibi reconocimento di WCA como miho graduado no 1 sino 2 biaha. Na 1985 el a ricibi pa MAVO y na 1988 pa MTS. Asina a pasa cu el a acepta diferente reto den su carera. Un danki di curason ta bay na directiva di tur scol secundario pa a facilita nos cu tur informacion necesario y tur mayor y of familiar pa a apoya nan yiu. Tambe nos ta gradici tur comerciante y of instancia, cu a coopera pa haci e evento aki posibel y pa duna cada graduado un regalo hunto cu su award.

Tambe WCA ta gradici tur miembro cu a yuda, principalmente na e comision di Student Awards consistiendo di Greta Williams, Emperatriz Perdomo, Saida Aguilar, Bernadette Schouten, Rita Grant, Astrid Berlinsky, Jeannette Kort, Mary Droogh, Angèle Geerman, Dulcie Goedgedrag, Ursly Silberie (MC), Marjorie Dijkhoff, Marva Solagnier y Milagros Posner. E miembronan aki a duna tur di nan parti, pa a haci e evento aki bira asina special pa nos graduadonan.

Por ultimo, WCA ta felicita nos miho graduadonan, kendenan a completa nan estudio cu excelencia durante aña escolar 2021-2022.