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Passionate about cooperatives and community… Jennifer Conway is a ‘Special Person’

Passionate about cooperatives and community… Jennifer Conway is a ‘Special Person’

by Cofona Admin | Aug 25, 2013 | Featured Profiles, News

“I got the chance to look at issues that I would be able to channel to the relevant authorities to make lives better for the people.” By Leon Suseran Just mention the existence of credit unions and cooperatives in Guyana and the name ‘Jenny’ Conway immediately comes...
Proficient attorney Rohan Chandan is a ‘Special Person’

Proficient attorney Rohan Chandan is a ‘Special Person’

by Cofona Admin | Aug 13, 2013 | Featured Profiles, News

“While I was a trailblazer and I made the sacrifices, in my university days, I could not afford to buy law books, so I had to live in the library— that was a great sacrifice.” By Leon Suseran Rohan Chandan knows what it is to make sacrifices. He did so when he had to...
Service in many spheres…Winifred Haywood is a ‘Special Person’

Service in many spheres…Winifred Haywood is a ‘Special Person’

by Cofona Admin | Aug 4, 2013 | Featured Profiles, News

“Whenever you’re going to do something, do it properly, and do it like it is the last day, and always leave a footprint, so people will remember whatever you would have done…where you would have tread.” This week, we feature a charming lady who has served selflessly...
Outstanding Home Economist and Education Officer – Catherine Archer is a ‘Special Person’

Outstanding Home Economist and Education Officer – Catherine Archer is a ‘Special Person’

by Cofona Admin | Apr 14, 2013 | Featured Profiles

“I don’t think I would change anything…I would live it the same way. I am quite satisfied with my life and service to humanity and I am trying very much now to serve God in the right way.” By Leon Suseran As a little girl, she would assist her mother with preparation...
Community-minded role model, Ouditnarine Tejpertab, is a ‘Special Person’

Community-minded role model, Ouditnarine Tejpertab, is a ‘Special Person’

by Cofona Admin | Jan 27, 2013 | Featured Profiles, News

“When we build our communities, the next generation benefits immediately, since there is a paved future for all. I want to make my little contribution; I want to make a difference.” By Leon Suseran This week we feature a young man—in his 30s—who is tangibly making a...
Always there for the kids…Pansy Howell-Fedee is a ‘Special Person’

Always there for the kids…Pansy Howell-Fedee is a ‘Special Person’

by Cofona Admin | Jan 6, 2013 | Featured Profiles, News

“I get tremendous satisfaction when I remember what the kids were and when I see what they’ve become.” By Leon Suseran Pansy Howell-Fedee has a gift; a gift that requires a lot of patience; a gift that brings with it the natural ability to love and care and nurture....
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Who we are

The Council of Friends of New Amsterdam (COFONA) is a collaborative initiative that networks among individuals, associations, and agencies for the overall educational and socio-economic growth and development of the town of New Amsterdam.
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Come join the effort and contribute to the development of New Amsterdam. Participate in our activities, volunteer your time and effort to plan and secure funding, attend fund raisers, and join us to implement strategies and programs that would address the long-term needs of our town...
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Community Development

COFONA will focus on collaborating and networking among interested parties and stakeholder entities to maximize efforts to secure resources for the overall development of New Amsterdam.
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About New Amsterdam

New Amsterdam (Dutch: Nieuw Amsterdam), located in the East Berbice-Corentyne Region, 62 miles from the capital, Georgetown, is one of the largest towns in Guyana. It is located four miles upriver from the Atlantic Ocean mouth of the Berbice River, on its eastern bank, immediately south of the Canje River.
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