The UWI Global Campus, Barbados. Wednesday, July 29, 2026—The UWI Global Campus, Barbados held an engaging workshop entitled Beyond Policy: A 3-Day Workshop in Applying Fair Employment Policies in the Workplace from June 16–18, 2026. The workshop was designed to equip human resource professionals, supervisors, managers, business owners, administrative staff, and others involved in employee relations with the knowledge and skills required to navigate workplace policies and employment practices fairly and effectively. Participants explored key areas related to workplace grievances, disciplinary procedures, employee relations, and pay.
The three-day engagement provided an interactive opportunity for both beginners and experienced employee relations practitioners to enhance their knowledge and understanding of fair, collaborative, and legally compliant workplace procedures. Topics covered included employer–employee relationships, employment contracts, employment standards in Barbados, and key legislation such as the Employment Rights Act, Severance Payments Act, and Holidays with Pay Act.
Participants engaged in practical employment law sessions featuring interactive presentations, quizzes, and case studies. This expert-led approach exposed participants to real-world examples and provided opportunities to develop practical skills applicable to both local and international employment relations contexts.
The workshop was facilitated by Mr David Carrington, a seasoned employment relations professional with extensive experience in human resource management and labour relations. Mr Carrington encouraged participants to “Deal with staff with empathy and treat them with dignity and respect. Be fair, but firm, while always adhering to the rules and regulations of the workplace and the labour laws of Barbados. When in doubt about a particular course of action, do not hesitate to reach out to the Labour Department.”
The workshop was highly interactive, with participants asking thought-provoking questions and sharing their varied workplace experiences. The event attracted a cross-section of Barbadian professionals from sectors including healthcare, government, education, nonprofit, and charitable organisations.
Participants provided positive feedback on the workshop, highlighting its value to both public and private sector organisations. They described the sessions as informative, interactive, and practical, while commending the facilitator’s extensive knowledge and expertise in the subject area.
Feedback from participants indicated strong interest in additional training in this area, with several noting that more individuals should benefit from this type of practical and engaging professional development opportunity. In response to this interest, The UWI Global Campus Barbados plans to develop and deliver additional workshops on employment policies and related topics in the near future.
Upon completion of the workshop, all participants received a Certificate of Achievement in recognition of their participation and enhanced knowledge and understanding of applying fair employment policies in the workplace.
The UWI Global Campus also offers a 10-week Law for Human Resource Management course at the beginning of each semester, in September and January. Interested persons may contact the Global Campus Site, Barbados at (246) 430-1120/430-1140, or via email at barbados@open.uwi.edu for more information.
Mr David Carrington, Human Resource Practitioner and workshop facilitator, presenting at the workshop
Participants in the 3-day workshop pose with the facilitator, Mr David Carrington (4th from left)
About The University of the West Indies
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has played a crucial role in Caribbean development for over 75 years, consistently contributing to the improvement of the well-being of people across the region.
Established in 1948 as a university college of London in Jamaica, with just 33 medical students, UWI has grown into an internationally respected, global university with nearly 50,000 students. Today, it boasts five campuses: Mona in Jamaica, St. Augustine in Trinidad and Tobago, Cave Hill in Barbados, Five Islands in Antigua and Barbuda, and its Global Campus, along with international centres in partnership with universities across North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Europe.
The UWI offers over 1000 certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate degree options in Culture, Creative and Performing Arts, Food and Agriculture, Engineering, Humanities and Education, Law, Medical Sciences, Science and Technology, Social Sciences, and Sport. As the leading university in the Caribbean, it is home to the largest pool of intellect and expertise in the region, dedicated to addressing the critical issues facing both the Caribbean and the wider world.
Validated by its inclusion in the Times Higher Education (THE) annual rankings since 2018, The UWI has affirmed its position as one of the top universities globally. It stands out as the only English-speaking institution in the Caribbean featured in four of THE's prestigious ranking lists. The World University Rankings evaluate over 2,000 research-focused universities worldwide, while the Golden Age University Rankings highlight institutions established between 50 and 80 years ago. The Latin America Rankings focus specifically on universities within Latin America and the Caribbean. Additionally, the Impact Rankings assess universities based on their contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This recognition has also springboarded the establishment of The UWI’s International School for Development Justice (ISD), a global online graduate business school aimed at preparing future leaders for sustainable development.
The UWI is an SDG-engaged university consistently recognised among the best in the world. Discover more at www.uwi.edu.
