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GHS Shafia London Business Challenge

Form 3 Dougan class

About the business Challenge

Group

Our group's core business model is to understand the lifecycle of a product:

  • Fruit-Based Innovation: Learning how raw agricultural resources are developed into value-added commercial products.

  • Wholesale & Distribution Logistics: Understanding the complexities of moving products from production lines to the wider market.

 

About the 5th Anniversary Shafia London Business Challenge

I. Program Vision & Purpose

  • Mission: To develop confident, innovative, and business-minded young women through "learning by doing."

  • Holistic Growth: Moving education beyond the traditional classroom to build real-world discipline and critical thinking.

  • The "Beyond the Prize" Philosophy: A focus on building character, resilience, and capability rather than just winning a competition.

II. Core Skill Development

The challenge is designed to instill "life skills not found in textbooks," specifically:

  • Entrepreneurship: Building independence and the courage to believe in original ideas.

  • Operational Skills: Mastery of time management, accountability, and problem-solving.

  • Soft Skills: Emphasis on teamwork, leadership, patience, and professional growth.

III. Key Stakeholders & Leadership

  • Shafia London-Williams (Founder/Sponsor): Drives the initiative to mentor students in balancing academic responsibilities with professional development.

  • C. Latoya De Roche-John (GHS Headmistress): Oversees the integration of the challenge into the school’s mission for holistic education.

  • Hon. Laverne King (Minister of State for Education): Provides governmental support, emphasizing the role of co-curricular activities in national development.

IV. Participant Expectations

  • Real-World Application: Engaging in hands-on business scenarios and learning to navigate failure as a stepping stone to growth.

  • Commitment: Students must remain dedicated to their goals while managing their existing academic workloads.

  • Mentorship: Interaction with teachers and invited guests to guide the innovation process.

Meet the team members

Group Kelsi - General Manager

Group Jadiya - Finance Manager

Group Maliah - Procurement Manager

Group Mya - Operations Manager

Group Gabrielle - Sales Manager

Group Olivia - Marketing Manager

Meet Our Mentor!

Group

Divya Singh is currently employed as an Economic Consultant at the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Private Sector Development. She has a BA in International Development and Global Politics and an MSc in International Public Policy and Development.

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