Hyleeta Liburd (also spelt Hyleta Liburd) is a Nevisian public servant who is the current Deputy Governor-General for Nevis, having served in the role since September 2018.
Career in education Prior to becoming Deputy Governor-General, Liburd had worked in education for thirty nine years in various different roles, including as a classroom teacher, principal education officer, education officer, and a headteacher. In 2014, she was awarded a Nevis Island Administration Independence Award for her contributions to education.
Deputy Governor-General for Nevis In August 2018, Liburd was announced as the new Deputy Governor-General for Nevis, being sworn in on 31 August 2018 and taking office on 1 September 2018, succeeding acting Deputy Governor-General Marjorie Morton. Liburd is the second woman to hold the position, with her predecessor, Morton being the first woman to ever assume the duties of Deputy Governor-General (in an acting capacity). In the 2020 New Year Honours, Liburd was awarded an OBE for public service.
Awards
Saint Kitts and Nevis Medal of Honour, 2005 Nevis Island Administration Independence Award, 2014 Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE), 2020
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