Nassau, The Bahamas, October 21, 2023 – Colina employees made some new buddies today at to The Bahamas Down Syndrome Association’s “Buddy Walk”. The Company is a proud gold partner of the event.

“At Colina, we are committed to health and wellness and are thrilled to support this noteworthy cause,” said Maxine V. Seymour, Director, Corporate Communications, Colina. “Our team members eagerly volunteered to participate in this morning’s walk, which promoted the acceptance and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome.”

“The Buddy Walk serves as a vehicle to raise funds to secure a facility for education and training for persons with Down Syndrome from birth to adulthood,” said Betty Taylor, President, Bahamas Down Syndrome Association.

The Buddy Walk, an advocacy initiative that was launched in 1995, also serves as a driving force behind support programs and services for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.

“We believe in creating opportunities for individuals to thrive and live meaningful lives,” said Seymour. “The walk was so much fun as persons with Down Syndrome are very social and affectionate, we enjoyed our time together.”

The event was held on Saturday, October 21. The route started at Goodman’s Bay traveling West to Commonwealth Bank (Cable Beach) and back to Goodman’s Bay. During the month a press conference and check presentation also took place at Colina’s J. Whitney building on 21 Collins Avenue.

About The Bahamas Down Syndrome Association

The Bahamas Down Syndrome Association is a nonprofit parent advocacy organization whose aim is to ensure that people with Down Syndrome are empowered to achieve their fullest potential through life-long learning and experiences while building an accepting and inclusive Bahamian community.

About Colina Insurance Limited (Colina)

Colina is a diversified financial services company, offering comprehensive life and health insurance solutions. Colina is wholly-owned by Colina Holdings Bahamas Limited (CHBL). CHBL is a Bahamian Company, built on a firm foundation of trust, integrity and responsibility. Colina has evolved over the past century to become The Bahamas’ largest life and health insurer, with a solid reputation for providing insurance and related financial services products that help clients prepare for life’s unexpected events.