The Tribune

By DENISE MAYCOCK

Tribune Staff Reporter

dmaycock@tribunemedia.net

GRAND Bahama community and youth leader Dudley Seide was celebrated as a man “worthy of honour” during a special recognition event over the weekend.

Many attended, including government officials, corporate partners, and civic leaders who paid tribute to his decades of devoted service to at-risk youth.

Mr Seide, founder of Reach Out Youth Organisation, was also recently inducted into the Youth Leaders Hall of Excellence Class of 2025 by the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture. He was among five Bahamians honoured for their longstanding work on behalf of young people.

Minister for Grand Bahama Ginger Moxey attended and brought remarks, praising Dudley for his unwavering commitment to redirecting the lives of troubled young men.

She recalled first meeting Dudley and his wife Katie when she served at the Grand Bahama Port Authority and immediately recognized the significance of their work. She said she felt compelled to strengthen their organization, which was making a difference and impacting lives in the community.

Minister Moxey said Dudley’s leadership has “created hope and second chances where many believed none existed,” and highlighted his efforts in mentoring young men, securing expungements, and partnering with government and private sector initiatives.

She also commended Katie for launching her own girls’ ministry, saying that their work must continue to be supported.

Ian Rolle, President of the Grand Bahama Port Authority, said Dudley has done remarkable work.

“We are just not simply honouring a man, but a movement shaped by grace, propelled by purpose, and grounded in the undeniable, unstoppable power of God Almighty,” he said.

Mr Rolle said when he first met Mr Seide, he immediately recognized a man with a pure heart who was refined through his own struggles and led by God.

He described Dudley and Katie as “a true power couple,” noting their humility and quiet service. He urged them to “stay the course.”

Bahamian Ambassador Winston Pinnock, owner of Jamaica Bahama Imports, said his company has increased its support for Reach Out over the years, noting the growing needs on the island.

He said the work of Dudley and Katie has become even more vital.

“Those of us like myself in Grand Bahama have seen the decline of this island, the ups and downs, and it seems like we have more now. The need is greater than I’ve ever seen it, and those of us, the corporate citizens, have to do more,” he said.

He added that supporting Reach Out has been a fulfilling and rewarding journey, and pledged his continued partnership.

“There are no words to truly give credit to the work that you have done,” he told Dudley.

The ceremony drew community members, youth, and supporters who applauded Mr Seide. Speakers included Pastors Robert Lockhart and Simeon Outten, who both credited him with saving lives, restoring hope, and lifting families throughout Grand Bahama.