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Welcome Back Wednesdays

for Tobagonians who
are coming home

Welcome Back Wednesdays (WBW) is a warm, casual monthly
meet-up created to help Tobagonians abroad — and those who
recently returned — reconnect with the island, meet real people, and
get clarity about life back home. No pressure. No speeches. Just a
friendly space to meet others on the same journey.

Who It's For
Welcome Back Wednesdays is designed for:
Returning residents
Returning residents who recently moved back
Prospective returnees
Prospective returnees exploring the idea
Tobagonians abroad
Tobagonians abroad who want a real feel for life on the island
Support network
People supporting returnees family, friends, or professionals
Ready to make your way back to Tobago?
If you’re connected to Tobago and curious about building a life here, this space is for you.

Why It Exists

Coming home — or planning to — can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time.

The truth is, returnees often struggle with
Where they fit
Who to talk to
What's realistic in Tobago
How to get trustworthy guidance
How to avoid costly mistakes
WBW exists to make the soft landing easier
It connects people, reduces uncertainty, and builds community one conversation at a time.
What Happens at a WBW
Every Welcome Back Wednesday follows a simple, consistent structure:
A warm welcome
A short framing so you know what the night is about.
One real story
A returning resident shares something honest, short, and useful.
Island Insight
Tobagonians abroad who want a real feel for life on the island
Supportive connections
People supporting returnees family, friends, or professionals

It's relaxed, conversational, and designed for
genuine human connection.

The Themes We Explore
Throughout the Year
Each month, WBW focuses on one issue that matters deeply to Tobago’s returnees.
You’ll see editions such as. . .
Housing, Land & Building
Choosing where to live, understanding approvals, renovating vs. building.
Money, Income & Cost of Living
Financial realities, managing income, understanding island costs.
Doing Business in Tobago
Starting or joining a business, partnerships, regulations, opportunities.
Belonging, Identity & Community
Finding your place, rebuilding relationships, and rediscovering home.
Finding your place, rebuilding relationships, and rediscovering home.
Each edition feels different — but the heart stays the same.
Click the link below to find out about the upcoming edition:

Fill-in the form below to be
notified of the next WBW

Are you a returning resident?
This helps us balance future events between returnees and support partners.
How far along are you in your return or support journey?
Which WBW themes interest you most?
Anything else you’d like us to know? (optional)
We’ll only email you about Welcome Back Wednesdays and related diaspora support