Celebrating the Winners of the IYC 2025 Coop Jingle Competition

To celebrate the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC) 2025, the Planning Committee along with the Cooperative Department held a competition to invite Barbadians to get involved with the movement by bringing together creativity, music, and community spirit in the form of a jingle competition.

The result was a competition that saw an incredible array of talent, with participants showcasing their unique styles and catchy tunes from pop to reggae. Each jingle was a reflection of the artist's personality and creativity, making the event a true celebration of local talent.

As we celebrate the winners, let’s take a deeper look into the inspiration behind their jingles and explore what made them stand out.

Meet the Winners

First Place: Ramario Hunte

Ramario's Jingle "We Rise Together"

Runner Up: Darin Holder

Darin's Jingle "The International Year of The Cooperatives"

Runner Up: Stacey Atherley

Stacey's Jingle "Brick by Brick"

Conclusion

The Coop Jingle Competition proved to be a fantastic celebration of creativity, community, and music. A huge congratulation to the winners, who have not only showcased their incredible talent but have also inspired others to get involved in the cooperative movement.

Let’s continue to celebrate the vibrant music scene in our community and uplift local talent. Here’s to the winners and all the participants who made this year’s IYC 2025 Jingle Competition a memorable one!