Turks and Caicos to launch government television station.

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands: The Turks & Caicos Islands Premier Dr Michael Misick announced on Wednesday that the national government television station TCI New Media Network is expected to be on the air for testing this month.
Turks & Caicos Islands Premier, Michael Misick
Misick believes that television can be a powerful influence for positive transformation. He noted that "the process for the establishment of the government's television station was an invaluable exercise in empowerment for Belongers" and highlighted the need and purpose for his vision in creating such a media entity, explaining that it "will serve as another avenue through which to promote the activities that are ongoing within the Ministries in my government and their various departments." Director of TCI New Media Network, Ava-Dayne Kerr said, "I am excited about being a part of the team that will execute the vision of the Premier and his Government in establishing a first class television network. What we have planned will revolutionize local television as we know it and will reach every island in our chain." The contract to produce programmes, design and build the station was awarded to Bartlett-McWeeney Communications Ltd, headquartered in Nassau, Bahamas, a year ago. Senior Managers including Director Ava-Dayne Kerr and local consultant Devon Williams, worked alongside the multi-media consultancy firm, to build the station from ground zero. During this process, reporters and production personnel were trained, and world-class programs produced. TCI New Media Network will be the people's station where government ministries will inform and educate the public on government policies and initiatives that impact education, health, culture, the economy, tourism, immigration, security and all matters that influence national development. Additionally, TCI New Media Network will include entertainment and sports programmes.