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BARBADOS
JOIN US ON AN UPCOMING GLOBAL IMPACT JOURNEY
Global Impact Journeys
Training Hearts. Building Skills. Impacting Nations.
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Embark on a transformative journey with Destiny & Purpose Academy (DAPA) to Barbados, where faith, service, and cultural immersion converge. This unique experience combines hands-on community outreach, leadership development, and cross-cultural engagement.

As a participant, you will mentor youth, support local initiatives, and engage in faith-driven service projects, making a tangible impact in Barbadian communities. You'll also develop essential life and leadership skills through immersive experiences designed to strengthen resilience, adaptability, and purpose.

DAPA’s mission trips are more than just travel—they are transformative journeys where you’ll serve, learn, and grow spiritually while working alongside local leaders. Whether teaching, building, mentoring, or worshiping, every moment is an opportunity to align your faith with action. Be part of a movement that changes lives—including your own. Join us in Barbados and step into a greater purpose.

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When statistics become souls, our mission becomes personal.

Barbados is renowned for its stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage. However, beneath the surface lies a community facing significant challenges—particularly among its youth. These challenges reveal why DAPA’s presence, faith-driven mentorship, and outreach initiatives are not only timely, but essential.

The Heart Behind Our Mission: Barbados in Crisis

Gun Violence

In 2024, the country experienced a 158% increase in murders, with 34 of the 49 murders involving firearms—the vast majority linked to young men. — Barbados Today

Poverty Rate

Approximately 17% of the population lives below the national poverty line, with a new assessment survey underway as of 2024. — Barbados Today

educational gaps

While the overall lower secondary school completion rate is 95.5%, only 89.4% of males complete school. Additionally, just 36% of students passed Mathematics in 2024. — OECD, CEIC Data, Barbados Today

Chronic Illness

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 80% of deaths in Barbados, with around 40% of adults living with at least one chronic illness. — Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation 

Barbados 2026: A Mission Rooted in Legacy, Fueled by Purpose

DAPALIFE is partnering with Tower of Power to celebrate their legacy while engaging in urgent issues through faith, service, and outreach.

Why Barbados? Why Now?

Barbados: A Nation In Need

  • Youth Unemployment As of 2024, the youth unemployment rate stands at 19.5%, with young males experiencing a significantly higher rate of 27.5% — Central Bank of Barbados 

  • Poverty Rate Approximately 17% of the population lives below the national poverty line, with a new assessment survey underway as of 2024. — Barbados Today

  • Educational Gaps While the overall lower secondary school completion rate is 95.5%, only 89.4% of males complete school. Additionally, just 36% of students passed Mathematics in 2024. — OECD, CEIC Data, Barbados Today

  • Chronic Illness Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 80% of deathsin Barbados, with around 40% of adults living with at least one chronic illness. — Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation 

  • Gun Violence In 2024, the country experienced a 158% increase in murders, with 34 of the 49 murders involving firearms—the vast majority linked to young men. — Barbados Today

Purpose-Driven Outreach

  • Engage in youth mentorship sessions, workshops, and empowerment circles focused on leadership, life skills, and personal growth.

  • Serve with local partners to support community outreach projects, schools, churches, and families in need.

Spiritual Immersion & Discipleship

  • Experience intentional discipleship moments designed to deepen your personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

  • Participate in prayer walks, worship encounters, and Scripture-centered reflection sessions.

  • Grow in biblical identity, kingdom leadership, and spiritual authority.

Cultural Exchange & Local Engagement

  • Learn about Barbadian history, challenges, and culture through guided tours and community immersion activities.

  • Build authentic relationships with local youth, churches, and community influencers.

Leadership & Legacy Development

  • Attend the King’s Code Summit, equipping young men through dynamic teaching and microgrants.

  • Support DAPA’s mission of developing Kingdom-minded leaders through hands-on engagement.

Lodging & Logistics

  • Participants stay in safe, comfortable lodging with meals included.

  • Pre-departure orientation and a welcome team in Barbados ensure a supported experience.

Who Should Join Us?

Have you been feeling the nudge to give back? Do you want to spread the love of Jesus to the nations? If so, this missions trip is for you.

 

  • Adults and youth (ages 16–23) passionate about missions

  • Volunteers skilled in intercession, youth mentorship, logistics, or life coaching

Choose Your Impact Path

  • DAPA Life: Mission to Barbados 2026

  • 1-Week Mission Trip (March 22–30, 2026)

  • Overview:
    The 2026 DAPA Mission Trip is a purpose-driven week of faith, service, and cultural immersion in the nation of Barbados. Participants will engage in youth mentorship, leadership development, community outreach, and evening worship services all designed to inspire transformation, unity, and purpose.

  • Schedule Breakdown
       •    March 22 (Sunday):
    Arrival Day: Participants arrive in Barbados and check into accommodations.
    Evening: Optional worship service (part of the 30th Anniversary Celebration with local ministry partners).
       •    March 23 (Monday)
    Welcome & Orientation Session: Official kickoff, introductions, and spiritual preparation.
    Afternoon: Light cultural immersion or local community visit.
    Evening: Optional worship service (Anniversary Celebration).
       •    March 24–28 (Tuesday–Saturday):
    Mission Activities & Service Engagements
       •    Youth mentorship and sports-based outreach
       •    Community service and compassion projects
       •    Prayer walks and local faith initiatives
       •    Cultural learning and immersion experiences
       •    Optional Evening Worship Services: March 22–29 (Anniversary Celebration)
    Saturday, March 28 — Excursion & Celebration Day
       •    Daytime: Optional shopping, sightseeing, or recreational excursion.
       •    Evening: Optional 30th Anniversary Gala Celebration with ministry partners.
       •    March 29 (Sunday):
    Worship & Reflection Day
       •    Optional morning worship service (Anniversary Celebration closing).
       •    Afternoon: Reflection and preparation for departure.
       •    March 30 (Monday):
    Departure Day — Travel home.

  • Focus Areas
       •    Empowering youth through mentorship, leadership, and service.
       •    Building bridges of faith and purpose through cross-cultural connection.
       •    Deepening personal spiritual growth through worship and reflection.
       •    Supporting community transformation through outreach and compassion.

Sample Activities

  • Community Prayer Walks

  • Youth Sports Outreach

  • Children’s Ministry + VBS

  • Cultural Workshops

  • Gala Logistics

  • Women’s Wellness Awareness

Estimated Costs

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Become a Sponsor or Help Someone Join Our Mission

There are many ways to help:

• Sponsor youth participants

• Provide mental health or NCD education resources

• Collaborate in women’s health or economic empowerment programs

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