CENTRAL ROMANA RECEIVES RECOGNITION AT INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL EVENT

La Romana, Dominican Republic. – Central Romana participated in the celebration of International Day of the Girl, organized by the Light a Candle Foundation through its initiative METAMORFOSIS – Spread Your Wings.

During the event, Central Romana received recognition for its solidarity, willingness to serve, and support for those in need. The distinction also highlighted the company’s longstanding collaboration with community initiatives and its commitment to contributing to the well-being of the individuals and communities it supports. The event was led by Sandy Yan, president of the Light a Candle Foundation in Dominican Republic, and Jorge Sturla, Central Romana’s vice president of Public Relations, accepted the recognition on behalf of the company.

Held at Colegio Calasanz under the theme “Breaking the Mold,” the event brought together more than 350 girls for a day of learning, motivation, and artistic expression. Participants included girls from the agricultural communities of Higüeral, Guaymate, and Cacata, who took part in the various activities organized to commemorate the occasion.

The program featured talks on the influence of social media on identity formation, the importance of embracing authenticity, and emotional well-being. In addition, thirteen accomplished women from different fields shared their experiences to encourage the girls to believe in their abilities and pursue their goals with dedication and perseverance.

The event also featured artistic performances and the distribution of more than 40 backpacks filled with school supplies, along with 10 tablets, as part of the activities organized for the participants.

For Central Romana, taking part in this event represents an opportunity to support initiatives that inspire girls to recognize their worth, develop their abilities, and discover new possibilities for their future. The company is pleased that girls from the agricultural communities of Higüeral, Guaymate, and Cacata were also part of this event, which was dedicated to fostering self-esteem, authenticity, and confidence in their potential.