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Service award bestowed on K Margaret Carter Centre team

David Burt, the Premier, with employees of the K Margaret Carter Centre (Photograph supplied)

A 19-member team from the K Margaret Carter Centre, which serves people with disabilities, has been recognised for its “exceptional creativity, empathy and teamwork” for organising a simulated wedding experience last month.

The team received the Public Service Excellence Award for realising the event, hailed as the KMCC Wedding Experience, on September 5.

It was held in response to heartfelt conversations with clients who had long dreamt of being married.

The KMCC team brought that dream to life through a “beautiful, inclusive” celebration, a government spokeswoman said.

“Recognising that this milestone may not be achieved in a traditional way, the team conceptualised and delivered a full wedding event, complete with decor, attire, music and joyful participation from families and staff,” she said.

“The result was a deeply moving, dignified experience that allowed clients to feel truly honoured and celebrated.”

She added that the event exemplified public service excellence at its best, showcasing innovation and collaboration while building stronger connections between staff, clients and community partners.

The spokeswoman said the PSEA award acknowledged the collective efforts of more than a dozen staff members across the KMCC team, each of whom played a vital role in bringing the experience to life.

David Burt, the Premier, commended the team.

Mr Burt told them: “Your work reflects the true purpose of public service, which is to create access and opportunity for all members of our community, including those with cognitive differences.

“Through the KMCC Wedding Experience, you showed that inclusion happens when barriers are removed and people are empowered to experience dignity and joy.

“I commend the KMCC team for your dedication, compassion and commitment to improving lives through service.”

Jennifer Attride-Stirling, Acting Head of the Public Service, said: “This event is a testament to the impact public servants can have as they listen, care and work together to enhance the lives of the people of Bermuda and our clients.

“The KMCC team has demonstrated that true service is about creating moments that matter.

“We celebrate their achievement and thank them for reminding us of what it truly means to serve.”

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Published October 20, 2025 at 1:15 pm (Updated October 20, 2025 at 1:02 pm)

Service award bestowed on K Margaret Carter Centre team

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