Over 50 Senior Citizens Graduate from Digital Skills Programme

A photograph of senior citizens who graduated from the National Library’s Digital Skills Literacy Programme, along with programme coordinators and government officials. This image was obtained from the National Public Library, Archives and Documentation Services’ Facebook page.

By S.Browne. Updated 11:37 a.m., Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Over fifty senior citizens graduated from the National Library’s Digital Skills Literacy Programme on Monday, January 12, 2026.

The programme, introduced by the National Centre of Technological Innovation (NCTI) in collaboration with the National Library, is aimed at providing a simple, comprehensive and adaptable approach to digital learning for senior citizens.

As part of the Digital Skills Training programme, senior citizens were taught computer management and use, and how to access electronic services such as online banking and more.

Director of the National Public Library, Archives and Documentation Services, Michelle-King Campbell, said the event is a significant milestone, being the first of its kind, and that it is bridging the gap between senior citizens and the digital world.

King applauded the senior citizens for their dedication, having proven that learning has no age limit.

Director of the National Centre of Technological Innovation (NCTI), Petrus Gumbs, thanked the Bank of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (BOSVG) for its support and contribution. He stated that the main objective of the programme is to help senior citizens establish an understanding of basic computer technology, including being able to interpret what is seen on a screen, ask questions to deepen knowledge and participation, and use digital devices.

Minister of Education, Vocational Training, Innovation, Digital Transformation and Information, Phillip Jackson, recognised the importance of the programme, noting that it affords individuals the opportunity to monitor their children’s online activities, access digital services in the comfort of their homes, and promotes continuous learning.

He urged the public to read and to donate relevant materials, such as books, to libraries and schools in order to encourage critical thinking among the population.

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This information was sourced from a press release by the Agency for Public Information.