D’Asante Small was sworn in as the country’s newest senator at a ceremony held at Government House on Wednesday.

Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis was among those attending the ceremony. During his remarks he told Small to use her voice to strengthen our democracy and to widen the circle of opportunity for everyone.

In response to her appointment Senator Small pledged to advocate for the rights of women and support vulnerable groups. She said, “I do not stand here as a perfect example. I stand here as someone who has fallen, learned, risen again and kept going. I stand here as a reminder that second chances matter, that support systems matter and the belief in young people can change the direction of entire families.”

Small replaces Darron Pickstock who resigned from the Senate to run for the Golden Isles seat in the House Of Assembly.  

(BIS Photos/Letisha Henderson)