
Roseau, Dominica, September 2025: – The Office of the President is proud to
announce that Her Excellency Sylvanie Burton, DAH, President of the Commonwealth
of Dominica, will be honoured with the Global Inspirational Leadership Award and
inducted into the Global Power Women Network by the Centre for Economic and
Leadership Development, during its upcoming Global Power Women’s Conference on
Thursday, September 25, 2025, in New York City.
The Award and Induction recognize President Burton’s outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality, and visionary role in shaping policies that empower communities and inspire global progress. Her dedication to reimagining leadership and fostering inclusive prosperity aligns with the Conference theme: “The Power Shift: Women Reimagining Leadership, Legacy and Global Prosperity”.
In receiving this Award, President Burton joins a distinguished circle of leaders who
exemplify courage, resilience, and transformative influence on the world stage
Her recognition is a testament to her personal achievements and the broader movement
towards more inclusive and visionary leadership worldwide.
The presentation and induction will take place immediately after the delivery of her
Keynote Address at the said Conference, in the presence of global leaders, change
makers and trailblazers.