AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFood Security & Youth: The Zero Hunger Trust Fund has launched a new EU-funded regional initiative, “Cultivating Futures – Empowering Youths for a Food Secure Region,” starting March 27, 2026 and running 18 months, using 10 regional schools as hubs in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia, Grenada and Dominica. Climate & Fisheries Collaboration: CRFM and the Caribbean Climate Change Centre are strengthening ties to boost resilient fisheries and coastal livelihoods, with renewed focus on sargassum impacts and gender equality in the sector. Arts & Community Spaces: Lakeview Public Library’s “America 250” exhibit spotlights hidden layers of American and Caribbean history through layered art by Dominica-born Queens artist David G. Wilson. Dominica Culture on Stage: Goûté Domnik, Dominica’s national culinary festival, kicks off July 19–26 with Restaurant Week, a One Pot Competition, and Kwéyòl food across the island. Education & Youth Recognition: NBD’s inaugural Growth and Impact Award honours graduating students across 32 schools for leadership, service and environmental stewardship. Regional Security Training: Law enforcement officers completed Close Protection Officer training in Antigua ahead of CHOGM, including participants from Dominica and other OECS states. Creole Music Spotlight: The World Creole Music Festival unveils its 26th edition lineup for Oct. 23–25 at Windsor Park Sports Stadium. Citizenship by Investment Pressure: OECS leaders, including Dominica’s PM Philip J. Pierre, respond to EU demands to phase out CBI/CIP by June 1, 2028, warning of visa-privilege risks.
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