2025 Gatsby Showcase Foundation Honorees

Global Humanitarian & Diplomatic Honorees

Ambassador Denis G. Antoine

Former Ambassador & Permanent Representative of Grenada to the United Nations

Ambassador Denis G. Antoine is an internationally respected diplomat, educator, and humanitarian leader whose career reflects a lifelong commitment to global cooperation, youth development, and multilateral engagement. Having served as Grenada’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, as well as Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China and Non-Resident Ambassador to multiple nations, Ambassador Antoine has represented his country at the highest levels of international diplomacy.

Throughout his career, he has been a strong advocate for education, leadership development, and global citizenship, particularly among young people. His work supporting Model United Nations programs and youth leadership initiatives has helped cultivate future diplomats and global thinkers across regions.

As a Humanitarian Ambassador for The Gatsby Showcase Foundation, Ambassador Antoine plays a strategic role in helping align the Foundation’s mission with global humanitarian priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. His guidance supports the Foundation’s expanding international partnerships and reinforces its commitment to dignity, equity, and cross-border collaboration. The Gatsby Showcase Foundation is honored to recognize Ambassador Antoine for his visionary leadership and enduring global impact.

Mrs. Christine Francis

Humanitarian Advocate & Champion for Accessibility

Mrs. Christine Francis is a compassionate humanitarian leader whose advocacy has focused on inclusion, accessibility, and health equity for vulnerable populations. Through her leadership in Project Accessibility, an initiative supported by the Embassy of Grenada, she has helped advance programs designed to improve access to healthcare resources and services for individuals living with disabilities.

Her work reflects a deep understanding that dignity begins with access — access to care, opportunity, and community participation. Mrs. Francis has consistently championed initiatives that address systemic barriers while uplifting individuals often overlooked in policy and programming.

The Gatsby Showcase Foundation proudly honors Mrs. Francis for her unwavering dedication to humanitarian service and her efforts to create inclusive pathways that empower individuals and families to live with dignity and independence.