FREEPORT, The Bahamas - His Excellency Forrester J. Carroll Consul General, Bahamas Consulate, New York, made an official visit to Grand Bahama, and as part of 'Diplomatic Week' - this week -- he visited schools on the island - this morning speaking to faculty and students in the capacity of diplomat during this special week that nationally recognizes the diplomatic corps.
Mr. Carroll introduced himself to the youngsters as an honorary Grand Bahamian who has lived on Grand Bahama since 1963. His participation for 'Diplomatic Week' involved speaking at various high schools and giving young people a glimpse of what the diplomatic corps is all about, explaining the functions of diplomats in representing the interests of Bahamians, abroad.
Mr. Carroll spoke to the children about the role of consulates, nationhood and The Bahamas's place in the world. He is The Bahamas Consul General to New York and jurisdictions including Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
His Excellency is pictured here greeting students of Sir Jack Hayward High School, seated on the bleachers; meeting the students of St. George High School; and being welcomed by education officials, Mary Cooper, District Superintendent, West Grand Bahama, Ministry of Education; and Ivan Butler, Principal, Eight Mile Rock High School - during a visit to EMR High School. (BIS Photos/Vandyke Hepburn)

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