A simple concept— ‘Baking Two, Sharing One’ —is now taking shape as a powerful model for community empowerment and social transformation, under the leadership of the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, Gender, Older Persons, Labour, Co-operatives and Consumer Affairs.
‘Baking Two, Sharing One,’ a community-based initiative is equipping individuals with practical baking and food preparation skills while instilling a renewed culture of sharing and collective responsibility. The initiative challenges participants to not only develop a livelihood-oriented skillset, but to extend its benefits by sharing a portion of what they create with vulnerable households.
The recently concluded pilot phase of the initiative has already demonstrated meaningful impact. Developed under the guidance of seasoned culinary professional Chef Shervin Eleuthere, whose more than fifteen years of experience informed the programme’s structure, participants were able to translate training into tangible acts of giving. Portions of baked goods prepared during the sessions were distributed to households in need, many of whom expressed heartfelt appreciation for both the gesture and the quality of the offerings.
Social Transformation Officer Shalina Mann-Eleuthere underscored the deeper intent behind the initiative, noting that its value extends far beyond the kitchen.
“Baking Two, Sharing One is about more than just baking; it is about empowering individuals with skills while restoring a culture of sharing,” she explained. “When learning, creating, and giving happen together, we see real social transformation take place.”
The Ministry views the initiative as a strategic intersection of skills training and social protection, one that reinforces dignity, encourages self-sufficiency, and strengthens community bonds. By embedding the principle of giving into the learning process, participants become active contributors to the well-being of others, particularly the most vulnerable.
With a successful pilot now complete, the programme is poised for expansion. Upcoming phases will target youth and a wider cross-section of community members, further amplifying its reach and impact. The Ministry of Equity anticipates that this model will not only build competencies but also inspire a sustained culture of generosity across communities.
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