AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoLGBTQ+ Rights: Jason Jones’ decade-long fight ended in a Privy Council ruling overturning Trinidad and Tobago’s ban on consensual same-sex relations. Advocates say the decision could encourage challenges to similar laws elsewhere in the Caribbean. Heritage and Wellness: Dominica’s hotel association has launched two November hikes, including a Nov. 21 trek focused on history and identity, to help residents connect with the island’s natural and cultural heritage. Community Development: Eight projects will receive a total of $9.9 million under Dominica’s 11th Basic Needs Trust Fund, which has operated on the island since 1979. Dominican Art: Artist Reisha Felix-Harry is celebrating musicians Trilla-G and Shelley in a new portrait series, continuing her work showcasing Dominican culture abroad. Sporting Loss: Dominica is mourning 16-year-old sprinter Keyoni Esprit, whose body was recovered after he drowned at Rockaway. He was a scholarship-winning athlete and a promising talent in the 100 and 200 metres. Caribbean Recognition: Two British-born entrepreneurs with roots in Scotts Head, music executive Riki Bleau and investor Antoine Dixon-Bellot, have been named to the 2027 Powerlist.
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