United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas

From August 27th – 30th, the Transportation Security Administration - TSA hosted partners from the Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas (CAAB), Airport Authority (AA) Lynden Pindling International Airport, and Freeport Airport Development (FAD) at the TSA Regional Operations Center (ROC) in Miramar, FL. The purpose of this strategy session was to share best practices amongst aviation security experts and develop a strategy for the coming 2025 fiscal year. The aviation security professionals reviewed national and airport level programs used to mitigate vulnerabilities throughout the Bahamian and United States aviation system, using data derived from assessments and audits conducted by both countries. Based on the data analysis, TSAs Bahamian partners identified root causes and developed mitigation plans that will address deficiencies in the Family Islands. The session closed with the Bahamian team presenting their strategy to executives from the Civil Aviation Authority and Airport Authority. As a result, TSA, CAAB, AA and FAD have developed a strategy that will be used for the coming year.

On Friday, September 6, Charge d'Affaires Kimberly Furnish hosted her first media reception at her residence. The event was well attended by all major media outlets print and broadcast media houses as well as representatives from the Office of the Prime Minister and several local popular radio and television talk show hosts. In her remarks Charge Furnish noted that a free and independent press is the cornerstone of a transparent and functioning democracy.

She thanked the media for their support in sharing the embassy's historical moments particularly during the past few years – including Vice President Kamala Harris’ first visit to The Bahamas and the official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new embassy located on Shirley Street.

On this solemn day, we remember and pay tribute to the lives lost and the heroes who emerged during the tragic events of September 11, 2001.

**In Commemoration:**

Our Charge d’Affaires Kim Furnish, along with NORTHCOM General Gregory Guillot and our Senior Defense Official, Commander Lange, attended the Pikes Peak 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade for hosting us at the memorial.

Shown in the photos is a remanent from the New York City World Trade Center attack on September 11, 2001, was given to Patrick Dowdell in memory of his father, LT Kevin Dowdell, a New York City Fireman who died as he was rushing into the building to save lives.

**We Will Never Forget**

Let us honor their memory through acts of kindness and community service. Together, we ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten.

This morning the staff at Embassy Nassau paused to remember the lives lost during the September 11, 2001 terror attacks on America. Led by the U.S. Marines Detachment Corps, there was a moment of silence followed by the lowering of the U.S. flag in tribute to the memory of those whose lives were forever changed on that fateful day.

We will never forget.

We will never forget 9/11.

Today, we remember the 2,977 precious lives ripped from us in an evil attack on our nation on September 11, 2001. We will Never Forget.

On September 5, Charge d’affaires Kim Furnish welcomed public and private sector guests to a Consular Appreciation Reception thanking them for their continued assistance to U.S. citizens and their efforts to ensure safe travel to The Bahamas. Charge d’affaires Furnish, herself an accomplished Consular Officer, reiterated that the embassy’s highest priority was the safety of U.S. citizens and noted that continued, successful collaboration was the key to accomplishing our shared safety and security goals.

From empowering children with disabilities to combating gender-based violence, Chargé d’Affairs Furnish was heartened to hear about all the good work Ministry of Social Services does for the Bahamian people. Thank you Minister LaRhoda. We look forward to collaborating with you!

Here's an opportunity to join the Embassy team!

Position: Resource Coordination Assistant
Application deadline: September 20, 2024 (Full-time)

The Resource Coordination Assistant is the Public Diplomacy (PD) locally employed (LE) staff responsible for managing all administrative aspects of the PD Section and the coordination of grants. Supports Public Engagement Specialists focused on Established Opinion Leaders (EOL) and Emerging Voices (EV) in managing exchanges and other public engagement programs, including press and media activities. Oversees PD Section staff travel, representation, vouchers, and other administrative tasks; manages program calendars. Serves as the primary point of contact for the PD Section, ensuring that visitors receive accurate and timely information with the highest levels of customer service.

For complete details visit: https://bs.usembassy.gov/jobs

United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas The U.S. Mission to The Bahamas represents the people and government of the United States of America

Today, U.S. Charge d'Affaires Kimberly Furnish and Minister of Education The Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin along with other U.S. and Bahamian officials participated in the symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the EducationUSA - The Bahamas center located at the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute. (Photo courtesy BIS).

Thank you for all of the the work that you do in the Royal Bahamas Police Force!

ACP. Shanta Knowles and ACP. Janet Mckenzie led a team of fourteen Bahamian women police to the 61st International Association of Women Police Conference in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The conference is being held under the theme of "Women's Empowerment."

The officers took part in the parade of the nation's flags. Sixty-five countries are represented at this year's conference.

Representatives from EducationUSA - The Bahamas met with BTVI leaders yesterday to discuss opportunities for BTVI students to further their studies in the United States. This courtesy call precedes the inaugural opening of an EducationUSA advising center at BTVI's main campus in New Providence.
Shown from left to right are BTVI's Dean of Student Affairs, Racquel Bethel; BTVI President, Dr. Linda Davis; Regional Manager of EducationUSA, Giselle Dubinsky and EducationUSA Advisor, Breyant Marshall.

Our Charge d'Affaires Kimberly Furnish recently paid a special visit to the University of The Bahamas where she met with Erin Brown, disability advocate with is also an alumna of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE).

At UB, Erin serves as as the Director of the Mingoes Access Center and during the tour she gave Charge Furnish some insight on the programs offered.

Mingoes Access Chargé d'Affaires Visit

U.S. Embassy Nassau is closed today in observance of the American Labor Day Holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:00 AM.

Today marks a somber day in Bahamian history. We pause to remember this day, September 1st, the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Dorian's deadly and devastating impacts on the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama.

On her recent first official visit to Grand Bahama, Charge d'Affaires Kimberly Furnish visited the Hurricane Dorian Memorial to take a moment to honor the memory of all of those who were lost on that fateful day.

We will never forget. May they rest in peace.

U.S. Embassy Nassau celebrated Women's Equality Day on Monday, August 26th. A cross-section of key contacts attended the luncheon hosted by Charge d'Affaires Kimberly Furnish at her residence.

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Today commemorates the anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on Aug. 26, 1920, which granted women the right to vote. This day marks a significant milestone in establishing equal rights for all women in the United States.

In celebration, our Charge d’Affairs Kim Furnish hosted a wonderful luncheon to honor the progress we’ve made towards women’s equity and to discuss how we can continue to drive forward momentum. 🌟

We were joined by several inspiring women leaders within and outside the Embassy, who shared their insights and experiences. The Charge emphasized the importance of supporting equity both inside and outside the Embassy. 💪

Together, we are committed to creating a more equitable future for all. Let’s keep pushing for progress and counting her in! 💜

The Youth Ambassadors with the Caribbean had a standout visit to City Hall in Rochester, NY! Here, they learned about the critical role civilians play in shaping their government, sparking meaningful discussions on the importance of staying active and informed in their own communities.


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We are pleased to have our 2024/2025 Fulbright Scholar Dr. Kendra Frorup in The Bahamas! With Bahamian roots, Dr. Frorup has partnered with the University of The Bahamas to focus on the Arts, specializing in sculpture and three dimensional design.
She is an Associate Professor at the University of Tampa in the Department of Art and Design.

As a professor of sculpture for 20 years, she brings her expertise to UB to create a greater presence of three-dimensional art and sculpture through curriculum development. While here, Dr. Frorup plans to integrate sustainability and sustainable practices into the creation and display of three-dimensional artmaking, by using recycled materials and eco-friendly display methods and incorporating experimental sculpture within the curriculum. It is her goal to create dialogue about contemporary and traditional issues, cultural relevance, and sustainable practice.

The deadline for applications for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program (FFSP) has been extended to Monday, September 02, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.!

The FFSP scholarship gives Bahamian citizens the opportunity to complete a Master’s or PhD Degree at a higher education institution in the United States. Applications for all disciplines will be considered, however, preferences will be given to those applying for science, technology, engineering, arts, math, agriculture, and climate change.

To access the online application, please visit: https://apply.iie.org/ffsp2025

For more information about the program, please visit: https://bs.usembassy.gov/fulbright-the-bahamas/

United States Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas The U.S. Mission to The Bahamas represents the people and government of the United States of America