About Us
Who We Are
Junior Achievement Turks & Caicos Islands (JATCI) is a nonprofit organization that provides young people ages 15 to 19 with learning experiences designed to inspire and prepare them for success in the global economy. JATCI has established a partnership between the business community, educators and volunteers all working together to inspire young people to dream big and reach their potential. We focus on hands-on, experiential programs that teach the key concepts of work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Our aim is to become recognized as the pre-eminent facilitator of experiential learning and in so doing touch the life of every student within the secondary school system in the Turks & Caicos Islands.
Our Mission
To inspire and equip young people to learn and succeed through enterprise and help our students develop the attitudes and skills for personal success, lifelong learning and employability.
Our Core Values
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Belief in the boundless potential of young people
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Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship
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Passion for what we do and honesty, integrity, and excellence in how we do it
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Respect for the talents, creativity, perspectives, and backgrounds of all individuals
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Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration
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Conviction in the educational and motivational impact of relevant, hands-on learning
