The Antigua and Barbuda Reparations Support Commission (ABRSC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 2026 Essay Competition, held under the theme “Reparatory Justice: Reflection and Projection.”
Abrsc 2026 Essay Competition
This year’s competition attracted submissions from students of the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus, the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies (ABCAS), as well as secondary and primary schools across the nation. The essays were highly creative, well-researched, and demonstrated a strong grasp of the subject matter.
Dr Lenworth Johnson, coordinator of the competition, commended the participants, noting: “All winners performed exceptionally across the four judging criteria – clarity, historical awareness, structure, and language. Their essays were imaginative, insightful, and enriched with vivid imagery.”
The winners in each category are as follows:
Category 1: University Students
First Place: Elena Etinoff
Second Place: Neilisha Maragh
Third Place: Makkedah Lawrence
Category 2: Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies / Secondary Schools
First Place: Shemika David (Clare Hall Secondary School)
Second Place: Uriah Francis (ABCAS – Dr. Alister Francis Campus)
Third Place: Ariana Goodluck (ABCAS – Eustace Hill Campus)
The ABRSC extends its deep appreciation to all participating students and institutions for their commitment to promoting education, critical thinking, and awareness of reparatory justice and African-Caribbean history.
Category 1: First Place – EC$600; Second Place – $400; Third Place – $250, plus books
Category 2: First Place – EC$500; Second Place – $300; Third Place – $150, plus books
On behalf of the Commission, Chair H.E. Dorbrene O’Marde and members warmly congratulate all winners and participants for their outstanding contributions.
