Dwayne Patrick Griffith

Dwayne Patrick Griffith is the Associate Vice President of Programs at Watson Institute, where he leads program implementation and manages a team focused on delivering impactful fellowship programs. His role involves working with corporate partners and ensuring high levels of satisfaction among participants and stakeholders. Griffith has a strong background in social impact entrepreneurship, with over a decade of experience collaborating with various organizations, including government entities and non-profits, to define impact strategies and enhance organizational effectiveness.12

Griffith hails from Saint Maarten, a multicultural Caribbean island, which has influenced his commitment to global citizenship and social entrepreneurship. He aims to establish a non-profit organization called Humanity Vision (HumaniTV) to promote understanding and respect among different cultures, particularly targeting youth education. His work is driven by a belief in the interconnectedness of all individuals and a desire to combat intolerance and xenophobia.12

In addition to his professional endeavors, Griffith has been involved in youth advocacy, serving in the Sint Maarten Youth Parliament and participating in the National Development Plan of Sint Maarten Steering Committee.1