Dominica Tourism & Wellness: The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority launched the 2026 Tourism Awareness Program, positioning Dominica through wellness tourism under “Be Well in Nature,” running through July and aiming to boost community participation and sustainable growth. Climate Resilience in Action: DOMCREP, a US$25M community resilience push, was officially launched in Marigot to strengthen water security and climate adaptation planning, with initial Green Climate Fund support. Education & Culture: Macmillan Education Caribbean opened entries for its second “New Branches” Poetry Competition, adding an Upper Secondary category and inviting Caribbean-themed original poems. Youth, Learning & Fairness: A survey across 28 primary schools in St. Vincent and the Grenadines found many boys feel marginalised; it sparked a parent-focused workshop on gender stereotypes. Community Support: Women-led burial societies in Bulawayo received a boost from Zimbabwe’s finance minister, highlighting how organised community care eases funeral burdens. Regional Spotlight: CTO honoured Caribbean tourism leaders and media creators during Caribbean Week in New York, celebrating storytelling that goes beyond beaches. Sports & Regional Pride: Guyana will host the FIBA AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers, with Dominica placed in Group A.