Young Professional Sponsorship 2025
Kimoy-Marie Douglas – Water Resources GIS Specialist
Kimoy-Marie Douglas is a GIS Technician at the Water Resources Authority (WRA) in Jamaica, where she applies geospatial technology to support the monitoring and management of the island’s water resources. Her work spans surface water, groundwater, and water quality projects, with a focus on data analysis, mapping, and developing tools that help transform technical information into practical insights. She is skilled in platforms such as ArcGIS, Python, and Google Earth Engine, and is passionate about using GIS to strengthen decision-making in water resource management and environmental sustainability. Kimoy-Marie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology and continues to explore innovative ways to integrate technology in addressing water-related challenges across the Caribbean.
Queena Edwards- Upcoming Civil & Environmental Engineer
Queena Edwards is an upcoming Civil & Environmental Engineer from Trinidad and Tobago with a passion for water resilience and sustainable infrastructure. She holds a BSc in Civil with Environmental Engineering (First Class Honours) from the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine where she built a solid foundation in hydrology. With almost 2 years’ experience in engineering, Queena has contributed to the designs of irrigation projects in both Grenada and Antigua focused on improving and developing water systems for farmers to strengthen food security.
With a commitment to continuous learning and a driven mindset, Queena strives to continue contributing to innovative projects that promote adaptation to climate change, enhance water security and build sustainable systems that support Caribbean livelihoods.
Outside of engineering, Queena enjoys exercising, reading and spending time with her family and friends.
Through his unwavering dedication and passion, Ryan D. Phillip exemplifies the resilience and determination of professionals working in SIDS, and he strives to inspire others to join the collective effort in addressing the pressing challenges posed by climate change.
