The Tribune

ANN Marie Davis is committed to supporting the Salvation Army in all its efforts, but particularly the organisation’s long-standing desire to establish a larger women’s shelter.

The organisation recently paid a courtesy call on the Office of the Spouse, in which she accepted the organisation’s invitation to serve as the Salvation Army’s Patron.

“The work of the Salvation Army is close to my heart, and I’m honoured to support them in any way I can,” said Mrs Davis. “Their plans to establish a hostel for women is high on my priority list because these safe houses are crucial to protecting women who may find themselves in unfavourable situations.”

The Salvation Army has plans to establish a bigger and more modern shelter for women and their young children in need of refuge.

It currently operates an emergency shelter that provides protection and support for displaced, battered, or abused women and their young children.

Roodolph Meo, the Salvation Army’s divisional commander, said the organisation is “overjoyed” about Mrs Davis’ partnership as it will ensure long-term stability for the shelter.

He said: “While we presently have a women’s shelter in Grant’s Town, we know that the demand for such accommodation in The Bahamas is growing, and we have the expertise and the desire to help meet that need.

“To ensure long-term stability for the shelter, we believe it has to be a partnership between the government, the Salvation Army, and the private sector. This is why we are overjoyed at First Lady Davis’ generous commitment to serve as our patron to assist in providing help and hope for the overlooked and less fortunate members of our community.”

The plan to establish a new women’s shelter is just one of the many initiatives the organisation has outlined to fulfill its mission of doing the most good.