VSA launches IVSA strengthening project to enhance oversight and strengthen the organization
November 12, 2025 8:29 pm
The Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor
(VSA) is pleased to announce the official launch of the IVSA Strengthening Project, that kicked
off last week. This initiative marks a step toward enhancing the capacity and effectiveness of
the Inspectorate of Health, Social Development and Labor (IVSA).
Earlier this year, the TWO approved the IVSA project as part of Sint Maarten’s broader
institutional strengthening agenda under the Country Package. The project focuses
on modernizing IVSA’s organizational structure, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and
ensuring its operations are supported by a coherent legislative framework.
The first phase of the project, approved by the Council of Ministers (CoM), establishes the
project team:
• Mrs. Jorien Wuite – Project Manager
• Mrs. Noella Ruivenkamp – Organizational Developer
• Mr. Jan Egbert Temmink – Legislative Draftsman
The team will work closely with the Ministry’s leadership and staff to assess the Inspectorate’s
current functions and develop proposals aimed at strengthening oversight, compliance, and
service delivery in public health, social development, and labor.
Minister of VSA, Richinel Brug, welcomed the initiative, stating:
"Strengthening the IVSA is essential to ensuring that the Ministry can continue to effectively
safeguard the health, safety, and well-being of our community. This project represents an
important step toward a more modern and responsive."
Regular updates on the progress of the IVSA Strengthening Project will be shared as
implementation advances
