September 23, 2025 — (Kingston): The University of the West Indies (UWI) is set to host the second edition of its London Benefit Dinner on Friday, November 7 at The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, under the theme: ‘Educate to Elevate’. Baroness Patricia Scotland, the first woman Secretary General of The Commonwealth and Sir Trevor McDonald, an eminent UK journalist, lead the roster of Caribbean-British honourees, who have distinguished themselves through global service and impact.
“London is part of our identity as The UWI was founded as a College in a special relationship with the University College of London almost 80 years ago. Therefore, we’re thrilled to present the second UWI London Benefit Dinner, following a highly successful staging last year. Friends of The UWI can look forward to an enchanting celebration of Caribbean excellence as we pay it forward for the next generation of thinkers and doers from the region,” said Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice...
