Evening Stars Barbados
Co. # 54298
Empowering children with autism and supporting families through care, education, and community programs.
Programs
Evening Care & Respite β Supervised evenings with
sensory play, social skills, and structured activities.Parent & Caregiver Workshops β Monthly sessions on
coping, strategies, and skills.Community Outreach & Awareness School talks, awareness
walks, and partner events.
About
Evening Stars Barbados is a registered nonprofit
founded in 2025 to empower children with autism and support their families
through evening care, education, and community programs. We combine
compassionate care, evidence-based activities, and family support so every
child can thrive.
Mission: To empower children with autism and support their
families through care, education and holistic community programs.Vision: A Barbados where every child with autism is valued,
supported, and given the opportunity to shine.π Our Leadership & Governance
Board of DirectorsSonia Maloney β Chairperson
Shaneka Millar-Kellman β Vice Chairperson
Kathryn Daniel β Public Relations
Deandra Cummins β Treasurer
Carolann Lashley β SecretaryAdvisory & Technical Team
Dr. Jennifer C. Campbell, MBBS, DCH, DM (Paeds, UWI)
Programme & Clinical Advisor β Developmental Paediatrics
Meet the Founder
Founder Bio β Sonia MaloneySonia Maloney is the Founder and Chairperson of Evening Stars Barbados.As a mother with lived experience raising a child with autism, Sonia understands first-hand the emotional, practical, and financial challenges many families face.Her vision for Evening Stars Barbados is rooted in building a more inclusive Barbados where children with autism are supported, families feel seen, and parents do not have to navigate the journey alone.Sonia has completed studies in Special Needs, Nursing and Patient Care, and Natural Medicine, and continues to strengthen her work through ongoing training in child development, inclusion, and family support.Her recent professional development includes:
University of Colorado β Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School
UNICEF β Becoming an Inclusion ChampionThrough Evening Stars Barbados, Sonia is committed to helping create stronger support systems, more informed communities, and better outcomes for children with autism across Barbados.
Contact us
Sonia . Maloney β Founder & Chairperson
π +1 (246) 846-9979
βοΈ [email protected]
π
www.eveningstarsbarbados.org
Pilot program
Pilot Programme (2025β2026)
We are implementing a 12-month pilot programme to establish a support hub in Christ Church/St. George.Objectives:
Support 10β15 children
Deliver 12 caregiver workshops
Train volunteers
Host outreach eventsImpact Target:
Support 30+ families in Year 1
Monthly caregiver training
Community engagement programmesFunding details available on request
PARTNERS
Community Partners:
Southpaw Grafix inc.
Earth Mother Soulleaf
Southpaw Grafix inc.
Natural Goodness Barbados
Colour XL
Cobham Captures
Simply Magic
MGrafix.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Interested in partnering?βBecome a Partnerβ
Donate
Your donation helps support:
Parent education materials
Autism awareness workshops
Community outreach
Resource developmentFuture respite and family support services.Donations of any size make a
difference. ( Cash, Kind, or Time)Bank transfer, corporate giving, and sponsorship options are available upon request.
.
All donations are used in accordance with our financial policies and governance framework.
with subject βRequest Donation Details.βNote
Evening
Stars Barbados is a registered nonprofit β Supporting documents and organisational credentials are available upon request.
Events
Upcoming Events April 14th 2026 Autism and family support work shopβhttps://bit.ly/EveningStarsApr14February 2026
π Autism & Family Support Workshops
February 2026
Understanding Autism
Parent & Caregiver Support
Emotional Balance & Communication
Home & School Strategies
π± Volunteer & Community Engagement Drive
February 2026
Volunteer recruitment, training, and community sensitisation.
π Staff & Volunteer Training
February 2026
Safeguarding, ethics, and service excellence sessions.
π€ Outreach & Partnerships
Ongoing meetings with schools, sponsors, and community groups.
π© For registration and updates, please contact us.
π December 2025 Community Launch
In December 2025, Evening Stars Barbados hosted its official community launch β a sensory-friendly, inclusive event celebrating children, families, and community partners.
The launch marked the beginning of our pilot programme and strengthened our network of caregivers, volunteers, and supporters.
Highlights: β’ Programme introduction
β’ Parent engagement
β’ Volunteer onboarding
β’ Partner recognition
β’ Community networking
We thank everyone who contributed to this milestone.
MEDIA & PRESS
π· Photos and videos used with permission for organisational purposes.πΊ TELEVISION FEATURE β MORNING BARBADOS
Evening Stars Barbados was featured live on Morning Barbados, where we shared our mission, the urgent need for autism support services, and our vision for inclusive care and community support across Barbados.
This national television appearance helped raise awareness and sparked meaningful conversations around autism, family support, and the need for structured services.https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AdVqcCa8u/οΏ½https://www.youtube.com/live/uyThm6bKgxU?si=PcsJekrU2hqIcm9Dπ° NEWS FEATURE β BARBADOS TODAY
Evening Stars Barbados was featured in Barbados Today, highlighting our advocacy for autism support, inclusive education, and resources for families navigating neurodiversity.βEvening Stars Barbados has been featured on national television and in leading media platforms, amplifying the call for autism support and inclusion.βhttps://barbadostoday.bb/2026/04/10/evening-stars-barbados-pushes-for-autism-support-and-inclusion/https://barbadostoday.bb/2026/04/10/parents-urged-to-advocate-for-children-as-autism-services-struggle/
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Governance & Transparency
Evening Stars Barbados is committed to strong governance, accountability, and ethical leadership.We operate in accordance with our Constitution, Bylaws, and adopted policies.π Board Oversight
Our Board provides oversight for:
β’ Financial accountability
β’ Safeguarding
β’ Policy compliance
β’ Risk management
β’ Programme qualityπ Policies
We have adopted:
β’ Governance & Risk Manual
β’ Financial & Donations Manual
β’ Safeguarding Policy
β’ Code of Ethics
β’ Volunteer Code of Conductπ° Financial Accountability
We maintain:
β’ Board-approved budgets
β’ Dual signatories
β’ Financial reporting
β’ Proper recordsπ¬ Reporting & Complaints
Email: [email protected]π Legal Status
Registered Nonprofit
Co. #54298
Established 2025
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