BMA Hosts Third Annual Community Day
On October 3, the Bermuda Monetary Authority hosted its third annual Community Day, with over 200 staff volunteering for five charities in activities such as gardening and beach cleanup.
A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] participated in its third annual Community Day event on Thursday, 3 October. This employee-led initiative unites staff for a day of volunteering to support charitable causes that promote social well-being and enhance the local environment.
“This year, the BMA collaborated with five charities, allowing staff to choose the organisation they wanted to volunteer with. Over 200 staff members spent the day volunteering with and participating in the activity of their choosing, including planting and gardening at the Sherwin Nature Reserve, participating in gardening and creative projects with seniors at the Westmeath Nursing Home and cleaning up Bermuda’s beaches and coastal areas with KBB [Keep Bermuda Beautiful].
“Additional projects included a tag day with the Coalition for the Protection of Children and partnering with the charity Windreach to help with animal care and woodland management.”
Craig Swan, the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, said, “The Third Annual Community Day is an integral part of the BMA’s corporate culture. The day allows our teams to demonstrate our commitment to sustainability while giving back and making a positive impact on the community. By dedicating our time and resources to support local initiatives, we strengthen the community and foster a culture of empathy and social responsibility within our organisation.”
The spokesperson said, “The BMA’s first Community Day took place in 2022 as part of the organisation’s 50th Anniversary. Over the last two years, it has evolved into an annual event that emphasises the importance of positive change in the lives of others and our community.”
Mesheiah Crockwell, Director of Human Resources at the Bermuda Monetary Authority, said, “We’re delighted by the strong turnout and generosity of our staff volunteers for the Third Annual Community Day event on Thursday. We decided to expand the number of volunteering opportunities this year by helping several different organisations so that our employees could choose to support projects closest to their hearts.
“Giving back is vital to the BMA, and we are proud of our employees’ efforts to continue our tradition of making a difference together.”
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