Hanover’s top inspector crowned National Public Health Inspector of the Year

Observer Online after collecting his award. The selection process for the prestigious national title involves recommendations from each of the island’s 13 parish health departments where peers or supervisors nominate candidates who embody all aspects of public health. A JAPHI committee then reviewed the submissions against predetermined criteria. Among the areas that Cunningham was recognised for were his professional performance, measurable achievement, innovative problem-solving strategies, outstanding leadership, commitment to mentorship and selfless dedication to protecting the health and wellbeing and the people served. For Cunningham, receiving the top honour among peers from across the island is a profound privilege. “I look at the list of individuals that were there, some of them I know personally, and I can say that they work exceptionally hard.

For them to have even become winners in their own parishes meant that they really put in a lot of work. For me, it is a distinct privilege, one that I can't claim just for myself, because there are so many other individuals whom I supervise, those I collaborate with, who really would have helped me to get to this point,” noted Cunningham. He credits his success to maintaining a resolute focus and finding innovative ways to collaborate beyond the health sector, even when facing identical resources and challenges as his colleagues. “I think what would have perhaps made the difference about me personally, I think it's important to give your all when you're doing something, and to go above and beyond,” Cunningham explained. “I define the way that I work as being purposeful. I have in mind what I'm trying to accomplish and that's what I keep focusing on, not necessarily the obstacles, but more so if I face an obstacle, how…