Written by Peter Israel, the national Pledge is as follows:

 

“Before God and all mankind,
I pledge allegiance to the flag
of the Commonwealth of Dominica
and to the Sovereign Republic for which it stands;
my love, my loyalty and skills,
in the service of Dominica and my fellow citizens.
I promise to work diligently and to help build
a prosperous and peaceful Nation.”

 

Pledge Etiquette

1. The right arm  is bent at the elbow with the right palm of the hand facing forward.

Occasions for the Pledge

The National Pledge is recited at various events such as follows:

  • Official Events
  • School assembly
  • Meetings