Celebrating 5 Years of STARR BAJAN Excellence
A Journey of Innovation and Growth
Five years ago, NTI embarked on a mission to equip every Barbadian with the knowledge, skills and values to be citizens of good character and competence in a digital world.
Today, we proudly celebrate half a decade of relentless innovation, significant milestones, and consistent growth. From our humble beginnings, we’ve expanded our reach, diversified our offerings, and built a reputation for excellence. This anniversary is a testament to the dedication of our team, the trust of our partners, and the vibrant community we’ve fostered. We look back with pride on the challenges overcome and the successes achieved, all of which have shaped NTI into the dynamic organization it is today.
Celebrating Our Collective Achievements in Upskilling Barbados
This 5-year milestone marks significant progress in our journey. Since providing our first short online courses in 2020, including our flagship Citizenship course, to partnering with Coursera in 2021, NTI has been at the forefront of accessible education. Together, we’ve curated engaging, accredited courses to help Barbadians improve job-relevant skills in high demand locally and globally. Our indigenous courses, created by Bajans for Bajans, offer practical, in-person training essential for navigating life as a Barbadian citizen. More than just a training platform, we’ve embraced a transformational role, empowering individuals and positively impacting our communities.
Building a Stronger Nation, One STARR Bajan at a Time
At the heart of NTI’s success is our commitment to transforming Barbadians through essential values, skills, and knowledge. We strive to cultivate citizens of good character, critical thinkers, innovators, and strong, confident communicators, all comfortable in the digital space. Our aim is to craft “STARR Bajans” – individuals who are Self-aware, T-shaped (skilled), Aware of others, Resilient, and Responsible. This involves instilling values like integrity, respect, resilience, national pride, and a commitment to community, ensuring every learner is equipped to contribute actively to the progress of our nation.
Looking Ahead: Continuing the Transformation for a Smart Barbados
As we celebrate this significant milestone, our gaze is firmly set on the future. The past five years have laid a robust foundation, and our mission to equip every Barbadian with the knowledge, skills, and values for a digital world continues with renewed vigor. Our vision for a confident, conscious, creative, community-minded citizen empowered to contribute to a Smart Barbados engaging the world guides our path. We will continue to expand our specialized learning tracks, tailored to valuable sectors in Barbados, ensuring that NTI remains a pivotal force in shaping a prosperous future for all Barbadians.