{"id":2153,"date":"2024-09-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gwpo-gwp.org\/caribbean\/news\/pierre-walcott-completes-practicum-at-gwp-c-assisting-with-water-quality-testing-for-the-mt-granby-project\/"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:59:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:59:35","slug":"pierre-walcott-completes-practicum-at-gwp-c-assisting-with-water-quality-testing-for-the-mt-granby-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gwpo-gwp.org\/caribbean\/news\/pierre-walcott-completes-practicum-at-gwp-c-assisting-with-water-quality-testing-for-the-mt-granby-project\/","title":{"rendered":"PIERRE-WALCOTT COMPLETES PRACTICUM AT GWP-C \u2013 ASSISTING WITH WATER QUALITY TESTING FOR THE MT. GRANBY PROJECT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This <\/span>project<\/span> which is funded by the Global Water Partnership-Caribbean and the Global Environment Facility Small Grants <\/span>Programme<\/span> (GEFSGP)<\/span>, has<\/span> made an impact in addressing the water quality and infrastructure in the village. This initiative, which is also supported by the Government of Grenada, aims to provide enhanced infrastructure and community education.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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As part of her internship at the GWP-C, Walcott-Pierre  acquired firsthand experience as a budding public health practitioner in water quality testing with GWP-C for the Rehabilitation of the Mt. Granby Water Distribution Network Project, as she conducted water sampling, testing and analyses for bacteriological, chemical, and physical parameters from the dam and 30 buildings in the community.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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According to the MPH candidate,\u201d I was able to make <\/span>an accurate<\/span> assessment of conditions by understanding the environment and <\/span>identifying<\/span> potential hazards. This <\/span>initial<\/span> activity helped me to tailor planning, e.g., setting realistic timeline and resource allocation adequately.\u201d<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The on-site preliminary discussions enabled her <\/span>to meet<\/span> the community team-a key <\/span>component<\/span> for efficient communication and coordination, building relationships and affirming her commitment to the project.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Pierre-Walcott also explained that conducting water quality assessment was an integral <\/span>component<\/span> of the Rehabilitation of the Mt. Granby Water Distribution Network Project, as <\/span>it reiterated<\/span> the importance of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in meeting public health goals. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Walcott-Pierre was one of two students that completed their MPH Practicum at the GWP-C, Paulette Mitchell was the other.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The practicum<\/span> is <\/span>an important component<\/span> of the MPH program that <\/span>facilitates<\/span> students with experience in real-world public health settings. It aims to produce skilled public health professionals, by enabling students to merge theory with practical applications, enhance skills, meet mentors, create networks, and conduct impactful community initiatives. The general structure of this internship included placement, supervision, internship activities, and reporting & reflection.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

The Global Water Partnership-Caribbean believes that both candidates Walcott-Pierre and Mitchell are now poised to <\/span>utilize<\/span> the information and skills gained to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. GWP-C wishes them the <\/span>very best<\/span> as they plan to spearhead initiatives focused on water conservation, public awareness campaigns, and educational programs that address water scarcity and promote sustainable water use.<\/span><\/span> <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Terrisha Walcott-Pierre a Master of Public Health candidate at the St. George\u2019s University, has interned at the Global Water Partnership-Caribbean, becoming more versed with the real-world public health settings. Walcott, a public health professional was able to merge theory, with practical applications and enhance her skills as she conducted her practicum, gaining more insight on impactful community activities particularly the Mt. 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