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OEF Expands Learn-To-Swim Program Into South Eleuthera Primary Schools
In island nations like The Bahamas, where daily life is shaped by the sea, learning how to swim is not a luxury — it is a life-saving necessity. This year, the One Eleuthera Foundation (OEF) took an important step forward by expanding its FREE Learn-to-Swim...
A Message From Our President & CEO | Dec 2025
Dear Friends and Partners, As we close another remarkable year at the One Eleuthera Foundation (OEF) and the Centre for Training and Innovation (CTI), I am deeply inspired by what we have accomplished together. Your generosity, partnership, and belief in...
Pathways Home: Expanding Education and Opportunity in Eleuthera
by: Terann McKenzie When I made the decision to relocate to Eleuthera, it was more than a professional move; it was a deliberate step toward purpose. I knew I wasn’t just changing my address—I was changing the direction of my life. I joined the team at the One...
Participatory Leadership: Building Meaningful Community Engagement
By: Steffon Evans The Power of People in National Progress In The Bahamas, the needs of people across our island communities are complex and multi-layered. This is evident as we observe continued development challenges despite ongoing work and investments from the...
The Impact of Civil Societies in The Bahamas and Caribbean
By: Dr. Kim Williams-Pulfer A Question that Sparked Reflection “Well, I really want to know if your research covers topics like Susu, Pardner, or Box Hand — topics that show who we are as Caribbean people and explain how we have supported, cared...
The Importance of Good Governance
By Dr. Kim Williams-Pulfer As a child, I can vividly remember the line, "behave and govern yourselves accordingly," from one of my firm but loving primary school teachers. Peering over her glasses, I recall that as students in her class, we understood very clearly...
Experiencing Service Trips On Eleuthera: A Place Where Heaven & Earth Meet
By: Rev Lane Glaze 22 Years of Connection to Eleuthera This spring marked 22 years since my first visit to the island of Eleuthera. During this time, I have helped facilitate over 1,000 visitors to the island, primarily in my roles as Campus Minister at Clemson...
Understanding and Managing Conflicts of Interest in Nonprofit Organizations in The Bahamas
By Mario Smith, Past Chairman, One Eleuthera Foundation In The Bahamas, the term “conflict of interest” is commonly linked to the for-profit sector, particularly in relation to corporate boards, attorneys,...