The Commonwealth Games Association held their first meeting in preparation of the Queen’s Baton Relay that is scheduled to visit the Turks and Caicos Islands from April 15 – 17, 2014 on its epic journey of 71 countries of the Commonwealth over 248 days before concluding its journey at the 20th Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony in Glasgow, Scotland on the 23rd July, 2014.
CGA’s President, Mrs. Rita Gardiner chaired the meeting that saw a cross – section of Stakeholders in attendance.
Gracing the meeting was His Excellency the Governor and Mrs. Beckingham. The President welcomed them and expressed her gratitude in having them attend the meeting and lending their input and support which she deemed very inspiring and encouraging.
The Queen’s Baton Relay is the world’s most engaging relay, a unique tradition of the games that unites the 2 billion citizens of the Commonwealth in a celebration of sport, diversity and peace, allowing each nation and territory the opportunity to showcase its unique culture, hospitality and friendliness of its people.
The official launch of the Baton took place on the 9th October from Buckingham’s Palace where her Majesty Queen Elizabeth 11 placed her message to the Commonwealth into the Baton. We are honoured once again that we are included in this prestigious journey.
Organizers of the committee are planning exciting and spectacular activities over the 2 day period, that will showcase our most prized attributes, historic sites and the uniqueness of each island. It is the hope of the committee members that each child in the Turks and Caicos will experience the visit of the Queen’s Baton and have memories that will last a life time.
