Meet the Women Behind the Vision

Jhelisa Krigger

  • “As a sixth-generation Virgin Islander, I carry a deep love for these islands and a commitment to preserving our culture, empowering our people, and building a stronger future for the generations that follow.”

LaNae Charles

  • I joined People Need People because I wanted to give back to the community that raised me. Together, my friend and I shared a vision of creating positive change through service, connection, and collaboration. Being part of PNP allows me to invest in the place and the people who have played such an important role in my journey.

Linique Dagou

  • “Being a part of PNP provides me with the opportunity to inspire and challenge others' thinking. It allows me to serve as a catalyst in people's lives by creating opportunities they might not have known existed. PNP fosters a sense of community and belonging, uniting individuals with shared values and aspirations. It stands as a reminder that our ultimate purpose in life is to serve others, utilizing our unique skills and knowledge.”

Jovanna Laurencin

  • “The Virgin Islands is my home, my heritage, and the place that has shaped who I am. It represents resilience, culture, and a community worth investing in for future generations.”

Le’Shawn Ottley

  • “I joined PNP to ensure my generation is actively involved in continuing to facilitate a culture of helping one another in the USVI, as was done in the past by our grandparents.”

Savannah Lyons-Anthony

  • “I joined PNP to maintain a connection to a culture of progress, innovation and care I see being forged by my generation.”

Carissa Paris

  • Strong communities are built when people show up for one another.

We’re a small team with big ideas and a passion for our home and our culture.