High Commissioner Rachér Croney was presented with a prestigious Woman of the Year Award at the International Women’s Day Celebration hosted by the Labour Asians Society (LAS), and Member of Parliament Harpreet Uppal, on Monday, March 9th at the House of Commons in London.
The event brought together distinguished guests, parliamentarians, and community leaders to mark International Women’s Day and celebrate the outstanding achievements of women making a difference across public life in the United Kingdom and beyond.
High Commissioner Croney was recognised for her exceptional service in diplomacy, her tireless advocacy for Grenada’s interests on the international stage, and her role as an inspiring figure for women in public service across the Caribbean and the wider Commonwealth. Her dedication to strengthening Grenada’s relations, and her commitment to issues of gender equality, climate justice, and regional development, were cited among the qualities that set her apart as a deserving recipient of this honour.
In a keynote address High Commissioner Croney stated, “I am deeply humbled to receive this recognition in honour of International Women’s Day – a day that calls us to reflect on how far we have come and challenges us to look forward with purpose, because gender-based violence, and systemic biases that limit opportunity is not a peripheral issue.” She further advocated that our commitment must go beyond celebration and extend to action by investing in girls’ education, creating pathways for young women to enter diplomacy, defence, and decision-making spaces historically dominated by men, and strengthening legal frameworks to protect women’s rights and ensure their safety. High Commissioner Croney extended her gratitude to the Labour Asians Society for creating a space where women from all backgrounds are seen, celebrated, and uplifted, and encouraged them to continue holding the door open for women in leadership. Remarks were also given by the Rt. Hon. Lucy Powell MP, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, including other Members of Parliament, and women in leadership.
In Grenada, women have long been at the forefront of public service, education, entrepreneurship, and community development. They are heads of households, stewards of culture, innovators in agriculture and technology, and guardians of our democratic values. Their leadership is not always visible on the world stage, but it is foundational to our national resilience, and the High Commission is committed to advancing gender equality, providing opportunities for women, building institutions where girls can see themselves reflected and ensuring that women are not merely present at the table, but are shaping the agenda.