Our Mission
At Anatha USVI, our mission is to provide training, mentorship, guidance, and support to adolescents facing the challenges of unemployment, underemployment, crime, disease, and social instability. Founded by professionals from diverse industries, we are united by a shared commitment to uplift and empower youth who are most at risk. We believe that true transformation begins with social re-engineering—restoring values, creating opportunity, and building pathways toward a brighter, more resilient future for our community.
our Work
OUR PROGRAMS PAST PROJECTS
1st Annual “Mom & Me” Fashion Show
A heartwarming showcase designed to strengthen mother–daughter bonds through fashion and empowerment. The inaugural event featured creative runway looks, shared moments, and community celebration
Festival & Book Fair
A vibrant community festival celebrating literacy, culture, and storytelling. Included book vendors, local authors, food, and performances—empowering youth through reading and cultural pride .
Creative Workshops for Virgin Islands History Month
Hands-on creative sessions for students during Virgin Islands History Month. This event fostered cultural knowledge, artistic expression, and local heritage appreciation
Youth Exploration Tours & Camp Joy
Part of the “NextGenCEO” initiative, these exploration tours offered field trips, interactive activities, entrepreneur guidance, and mentorship—combining education with real-world exposure
Short Film Project “Through
Supported by a CFVI grant and funded through the National Endowment for the Humanities, this short film project helped youth tell powerful stories, develop media skills, and engage creatively with their community
Voices of the VI” Youth Open Mic
A platform for young poets, musicians, and speakers to share their talents and truths—empowering creative expression and community dialogue.
Youth Mentorship Brunch
A networking event connecting local professionals with at-risk youth, offering wisdom, inspiration, and real-world advice over a shared meal in a relaxed setting.
"NextGen CEO" Business Bootcamp
A week-long intensive program that teaches entrepreneurial skills, branding, budgeting, and leadership for aspiring teen business owners.
Back-to-School Empowerment Day
A day of free supplies, personal development workshops, and motivational sessions to launch students into the school year with confidence and support.
Youth EmpowerU Summit
A transformative summit across St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John that brings together youth for leadership workshops, career panels, and motivational talks—fostering confidence and preparing them for the next generation’s challenges
Youth Art Month Exhibition
Hosted at local museums during March, this event showcases student artwork celebrating USVI heritage, offering space for creative expression and cultural pride
Sunset Jazz & Mentorship Evening
A free monthly community gathering on the waterfront in Frederiksted (St. Croix), combining live jazz with informal youth-professional mentorship in a relaxed, engaging atmosphere
EPISODE 2
Bridging Generations.
Now in its second episode and celebrating ANATHA’s 10th anniversary, Through Their Eyes – Bridging Generations connects youth and elders through storytelling and cultural preservation. Youth ages 12–25 interview community elders, gaining media skills while capturing powerful, untold stories. The project includes workshops, a final screening, and creates a lasting archive of local history.
OUR TEAM
We’re the Anatha USVI team — a group of passionate locals and changemakers who believe in lifting each other up and building a brighter future together. At Anatha USVI, we care deeply about our community. We're real people doing meaningful work with purpose, heart, and a lot of love for the islands. Our team is united by a shared mission: to create opportunities, support wellness, and inspire growth — right here at home. We laugh together, work hard, and stay rooted in our values as we help shape a more empowered tomorrow.
OUR PARTNERS
Let’s change lives together.
Give the gift of hope. Every contribution,
every dollar makes a difference.
