AGP Executive Report

Tourism & Culture: Dominica’s Discover Dominica Authority and Ministry of Tourism kicked off Tourism Awareness Month 2026, spotlighting wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites as arrivals keep climbing, with 2025 showing a 15% jump and stayover growth of about 10% to March 31, plus cruise arrivals up 21%; the island’s visibility has also been boosted by international media features and IShowSpeed’s Dominica content. Education & Language: The Ministry of Education is preparing the 15th Kwéyòl Spelling Bee at Alliance Française in Roseau, bringing together students from four primary schools to compete in Kwéyòl and celebrate linguistic heritage. Learning & Skills: TVET Showcase 2026 invites the public to see hands-on vocational displays—from agriculture to garment production—aimed at breaking stigmas and building futures, set for June 5. Books & History: Ten secondary schools and Dominica State College will receive donated copies of Clement Richards’ WWII Caribbean U-boat history book, Sea Wolves in Warm Waters, with a handover ceremony planned for June 5. Community Care: RayAsta Foundation donated stroke-support equipment to four care facilities, backing rehabilitation and independence for stroke survivors and elderly residents. Arts: Two new exhibitions are set to open in Dominica—JeanClaude Elias Nassief’s “Diversity” at Fort Young Hotel’s Old Oven Art Gallery and a separate Secret Bay show celebrating Dominican creativity. Disaster Preparedness: The Dominica Red Cross urged households to prepare for the Atlantic hurricane season, starting June 1, with family plans and emergency kits.

Tourism, Culture & Local Access: A new wave of Caribbean travel is moving beyond beaches and resorts toward stories, food, festivals, and real local connection—exactly the kind of “experience” Dominica can lean into as visitor interest grows. TVET & Skills Showcase: Dominica’s Ministry of Education is inviting the public to TVET Showcase 2026 (Fri, June 5), spotlighting hands-on training across areas like agriculture, garment production, food and nutrition, and woodwork—aimed at breaking stigmas and building futures. Kweyòl Language Spotlight: The 15th Kwéyòl Spelling Bee Competition is set for today at Alliance Française in Roseau, bringing together students from four primary schools to celebrate Kwéyòl in schools. Education & Reading: Dominica’s national reading final is also happening today, with 11 primary-school finalists competing live across DBS Radio platforms. Arts & Community Creativity: Two new exhibitions are set to open—JeanClaude Elias Nassief’s “Diversity” at Fort Young Hotel (June 8–Oct 7) and fresh Dominican artist showcases at Secret Bay—keeping local culture front and centre. Health & Elder Care: The RayAsta Foundation has donated stroke recovery equipment to four care facilities, boosting support for stroke survivors and elderly residents. Hurricane Preparedness: As the Atlantic hurricane season begins, the Dominica Red Cross is urging households to make emergency plans and prepare kits now.

Education & Language: Dominica’s Ministry of Education is inviting the public to TVET Showcase 2026 on Friday, June 5 (10 a.m.–2 p.m.), highlighting hands-on skills in areas like agriculture, garment production, food and nutrition, and woodwork. Kweyòl Culture: The 15th Kwéyòl Spelling Bee Competition is set for the Alliance Française in Roseau, bringing together students from four primary schools to compete in Kwéyòl language skills and cultural knowledge. School & Reading Culture: Ten secondary schools and the Dominica State College will receive donated copies of Clement Richards’ WWII Caribbean book Sea Wolves in Warm Waters, with a handover ceremony scheduled for Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. at the Archives Unit on Kennedy Av. Community Safety: As the Atlantic hurricane season begins, the Dominica Red Cross is urging families to make emergency plans and prepare kits, while reinforcing community response teams and relief supplies. Arts & Lifestyle: Two new exhibitions are set to open at Fort Young Hotel and Secret Bay, spotlighting Dominican artists and fresh local creativity.

Hurricane Season Prep: The Dominica Red Cross is urging households to start planning now as the Atlantic hurricane season officially begins, highlighting family emergency plans and emergency kits while also boosting community response teams and relief supplies. Clean Energy for Fisheries: Under Canada’s STAR-Fish project, CRFM is rolling out clean energy interventions across Dominica and other Caribbean states, including renewable tech for cold storage and support for low-carbon fish processing and certification. Tourism Push: Dominica has launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, tying rising visitor arrivals to wellness tourism and major upgrades at key sites, with added global visibility helped by international media and IShowSpeed’s Dominica content. Culture on Display: Two new exhibitions are set to open—“Diversity” at Fort Young Hotel’s Old Oven Art Gallery (June 8–Oct 7) and a second art showcase at Secret Bay—spotlighting Dominican creativity and cultural storytelling. Health & Care Support: The RayAsta Foundation donated stroke recovery and support equipment to four care facilities, aiming to improve independence and rehabilitation for stroke survivors and elderly residents. Education Milestone: Dominica’s Grade Six National Assessment is underway, with 792 students testing across 62 centres.

Hurricane Season Preparedness: The Dominica Red Cross marks the start of the Atlantic hurricane season with a push for household emergency plans and kits, while also boosting community disaster response teams and relief supplies. Tourism & Culture: Dominica launches Tourism Awareness Month 2026, spotlighting wellness tourism and upgrades as visitor arrivals keep rising, with added global buzz from IShowSpeed’s Dominica content. Art & Local Creativity: Two new exhibitions open soon—“Diversity” at Fort Young Hotel’s Old Oven Art Gallery (June 8–Oct 7) and a second showcase at Secret Bay celebrating Dominican artists. Community Health Support: RayAsta Foundation donates stroke recovery and support equipment to four care facilities, backing independence for stroke survivors and seniors. Education Spotlight: DBS Radio’s national reading finals crown Dominica’s best reader today, with live broadcast across radio and social channels. Youth & Learning: Grade Six National Assessment begins today and tomorrow, with 792 students testing across 62 centres. Elder Advocacy: The Council on Aging calls for elderly-friendly building designs, urging consultation before development that leaves seniors climbing unsafe stairs. Regional Integration: CARICOM data presented at a border summit says free movement fears of “flooding” haven’t materialized, with very low numbers reported.

Art & Culture: Two new exhibitions are set to open in Dominica—JeanClaude Elias Nassief’s “Diversity” at Fort Young Hotel’s Old Oven Art Gallery (June 8–Oct 7) and a separate showcase at Secret Bay celebrating Dominican creativity and cultural storytelling. Health & Community Care: The RayAsta Foundation donated stroke-support equipment to four care facilities, including the Dominica Infirmary, to help stroke survivors and elderly residents regain independence and daily mobility. Education & Youth: DBS Radio’s Felix Henderson national reading competition reaches its grand final today, with 11 students competing live at the Intercontinental Resort and Spa and broadcast across radio and social channels. Culture Awards: Nominations are now open for the 2026 Golden Drum Awards, Dominica’s top national honour for cultural excellence, with categories for long-term contributors and special recognition. Tourism & Lifestyle: Tourism Awareness Month 2026 has launched, spotlighting wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites as visitor arrivals continue to rise, with added global visibility boosted by IShowSpeed’s Dominica content. Elderly Advocacy: The Dominica Council on Aging is pushing for elderly-friendly building designs, urging developers to consult seniors and avoid inaccessible multi-storey layouts. Sports & Mentorship: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA announce a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum (June 17–18) focused on leadership, sports, mentorship, and self-development. Governance & Democracy: An open letter from Gregor Nassief calls for a reset of Dominica’s Electoral Commission, citing low approval numbers for voter list confirmation ahead of the October 15 election date.

Education & Youth: Dominica’s DBS Radio Felix Henderson national reading competition heads into its grand final later today, with 11 primary-school finalists set to compete at the InterContinental Resort and Spa from 2:00 p.m., and the event broadcast live on DBS Radio, Facebook, YouTube, and DIGICEL channel 50. Culture Awards: Nominations are now open for Dominica’s 2026 Golden Drum Awards, the country’s top national honour for cultural excellence, with categories for long-standing cultural contributors and special recognition for standout achievements. Tourism & Community: Discover Dominica Authority and the Ministry of Tourism have launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, highlighting wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites as visitor arrivals continue to rise. Elderly Advocacy: The Dominica Council on Aging is pushing for elderly-friendly building designs and respect for seniors, calling for consultation before development that leaves older people facing stairs and unsafe access. Regional Integration: CARICOM data presented at a border summit suggests free movement is not causing mass migration waves, with Dominica reporting only five moves under the regime.

Tourism & Culture Spotlight: Dominica’s Tourism Awareness Month 2026 was launched with a push for wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites, as visitor arrivals rose 15% in 2025 and stayover numbers climbed about 10% to March 31, 2026. Music & Awards: Nominations are now open for the 2026 Golden Drum Awards, Dominica’s top national honour for cultural excellence, with categories for long-term contributors and special recognition. Community & Youth: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA will host a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum (June 17–18) focused on sports, mentorship, leadership, education, wellness, and self-development. Education: Over 700 students will sit the 2026 Grade Six National Assessment (May 28–29) across 62 centres, with paper-based exams in Language Arts/Social Sciences/Composition and then Mathematics plus Science & Technology. Elderly Access: The Dominica Council on Aging is urging elderly-friendly building designs, calling for consultation before development and highlighting barriers like stairs and lack of railings/elevators. Regional Integration: CARICOM data presented at a border summit says free movement isn’t causing mass migration waves, with Dominica reporting only five moves under the regime. Global Culture Buzz: IShowSpeed shared his Dominica adventure online, highlighting Kalinago culture, local music, and the island’s “Nature Isle” landscapes.

Tourism & Culture: Dominica has launched Tourism Awareness Month 2026, spotlighting wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites as visitor numbers keep climbing, with IShowSpeed’s Dominica content boosting global visibility. Awards & Heritage: Nominations are now open for the 2026 Golden Drum Awards, Dominica’s top national honour for cultural excellence, with categories for long-term contributors and special recognition. Youth & Education: The 2026 Grade Six National Assessment is underway across 62 centres, with 792 students set to sit paper-based exams over two days. Community & Inclusion: The Dominica Council on Aging is urging elderly-friendly building designs and consultation before development, citing barriers like steep stairs and lack of access. Governance & Democracy: An open letter calls for a reset of Dominica’s Electoral Commission, arguing public confidence and voter list confirmation progress are too low ahead of the October 2026 election. Regional Mobility: CARICOM data presented at a border summit says free movement isn’t causing mass migration waves, including very low reported moves into Dominica under the regime.

Tourism & Culture Spotlight: IShowSpeed’s Dominica adventure video puts the spotlight on Kalinago culture, local music, and nature—plus a meet-up with Olympic triple-jump gold medallist Thea LaFond-Gadson. Tourism Growth & Upgrades: Dominica launches Tourism Awareness Month 2026, citing rising arrivals and major site upgrades, with wellness tourism front and centre and fresh international buzz. National Awards Call: Nominations are open for the 2026 Golden Drum Awards, Dominica’s top cultural honour, inviting the public to recognize long-term cultural contributors and special achievers. Power & Community Concerns: Manicous against discrimination (MAD) reacts to electricity-rate confusion and ongoing power outages, urging dignity and accountability for Manicou people. Education Watch: Grade Six National Assessment begins May 28–29 with 792 students across 62 centres, using paper-based exams. Regional Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines’ route pullout raises travel worries for Dominica and St. Kitts, while CARICOM border data says free movement isn’t causing mass migration fears. Sports & Heritage Abroad: Bradford’s Dominica Association hosts a BBC-produced screening where Roly Gregoire shares decades-old racism experiences and his football story.

Golden Drum Awards: Nominations are now open for Dominica’s 2026 Golden Drum Awards, Dominica’s top national cultural honour, with two tracks—Golden Drum for 20+ years of cultural impact and Special Recognition for under-20 years or standout achievements; nominees must be Dominican citizens and submissions need supporting documents via the online form. Tourism & culture push: Tourism Awareness Month 2026 has been launched by the Discover Dominica Authority and the Ministry of Tourism, spotlighting wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites as visitor arrivals keep rising. Power & community concerns: A newly formed group, Manicous against discrimination, is speaking out over electricity price confusion and ongoing power outages, arguing leadership mishandling is being blamed on the wrong people. Elderly-friendly design: The Dominica Council on Aging is urging developers to consult seniors and build with accessibility in mind, calling out steep steps and lack of support in multi-storey buildings. Education milestone: The 2026 Grade Six National Assessment begins today and continues tomorrow, with 792 students expected across 62 centres. Regional movement data: CARICOM border officials say updated figures show free movement is not causing “flooding” fears, with very low numbers reported. Air travel shake-up: Caribbean Airlines is discontinuing service to Dominica and St. Kitts (and reducing some French Caribbean routes), raising connectivity concerns. Youth & mentorship: Creole HeartBeat, with Visit Nature DA, will host a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum in June focused on sports, mentorship, leadership, and self-development. Law week focus: The Dominica Bar Association’s Law Week 2026 spotlights property rights, with events including a public speaking competition and a copyright law panel.

Community & Film: Roly Gregoire, the long-time Bradford resident and former Sunderland player, is hosting a BBC-produced community screening of his story at the Dominica Association in Bradford on May 29 (7–8:30pm), with a Q&A and a chance to “give back” to the community that supported the filming. Local Governance & Democracy: In an open letter, Gregor Nassief urges a reset of Dominica’s Electoral Commission, arguing public confidence and the pace of voter list confirmation raise legitimacy concerns ahead of the October 15, 2026 election timeline. Politics: The United Workers Party unveils a 10-point plan, “A Better Future Together,” focusing on jobs, healthcare, governance, infrastructure, environmental sustainability, and community development. Power & Rights: Manicous against discrimination (MAD) responds to ongoing electricity-rate confusion and power outages, calling out leadership mishandling and defending the dignity of Manicou people. Education: Grade Six National Assessment begins May 28–29 with 792 students across 62 centres, using paper-based exams and security support for materials. Aging & Design: The Dominica Council on Aging calls for elderly-friendly building designs, pushing for consultation before development and railing-free access for seniors. Tourism: Discover Dominica Authority launches Tourism Awareness Month 2026, citing rising arrivals and major upgrades, with a wellness tourism push. Regional Integration: CARICOM data presented at a border summit says free movement is not causing mass migration “flooding,” with very low movement figures reported.

Tourism & Culture: Dominica launches Tourism Awareness Month 2026 with a push on wellness tourism and major upgrades, citing a 15% rise in 2025 visitor arrivals and continued growth into 2026, including cruise gains. Elections & Civic Trust: An open letter from Gregor Nassief urges a reset of Dominica’s Electoral Commission, arguing too few voter-list confirmations have been processed and calling for resignations to protect confidence in the process. Youth & Education: Over 700 students sit the 2026 Grade Six National Assessment across 62 centres, with paper-based exams in Language Arts, Social Sciences, Composition, Mathematics, and Science & Technology. Seniors & Accessibility: The Dominica Council on Aging calls for elderly-friendly building designs, pushing for consultation before development and highlighting barriers like stairs without railings or elevators. Community & Mentorship: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA plan a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum in June, using sports, mentorship, and leadership sessions to support youth growth. Law & Rights: The Dominica Bar Association’s Law Week 2026 spotlights property rights, with a high school public speaking competition and a copyright law panel. Power & Discrimination: Manicous against discrimination (MAD) reacts to ongoing electricity confusion and outages, renewing grievances tied to the death of Peele Manicou. Regional Mobility: CARICOM border data from a recent summit says free movement is not causing mass migration “flooding,” with very low numbers reported by participating territories. Aviation Impact: Caribbean Airlines confirms it will withdraw service to Dominica and St. Kitts from June 1 as part of network restructuring after reported losses. Broadcasting Legacy: Dominica mourns pioneering broadcaster Jeff Charles, remembered for building early local radio foundations and later advancing communications technology.

Electricity & Identity: Manicous against discrimination (MAD) says confusion over geothermal-linked electricity rate cuts and ongoing power outages are tied to long-held grievances, with spokesperson Peele Manicou’s brother demanding dignity for Manicou people. Tourism & Wellness: Dominica launches Tourism Awareness Month 2026, spotlighting wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites as visitor arrivals keep rising, including a reported 15% jump in 2025 and continued growth into 2026. Elder Care & Accessibility: DCOA president Nigel Lawrence urges elderly-friendly building designs, calling for seniors to be consulted before development and warning against step-heavy, railing-less multi-storey access. Education: 792 students (380 girls, 412 boys) sit the 2026 Grade Six National Assessment across 62 centres over May 28–29, with paper-based Language Arts/Social Sciences/Composition and Mathematics/Science & Technology. Regional Mobility: CARICOM border data from a recent border summit says free movement isn’t causing mass migration “flooding,” with very low numbers reported, including Dominica’s five cases. Youth & Law: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA plan a June 17–18 forum for 100+ young men on sports, mentorship, and leadership, while the Dominica Bar Association’s Law Week 2026 turns to property rights and copyright discussions.

Luxury Travel & Hospitality: InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to open InterContinental Grenada–La Sagesse, a 120-room resort beside Six Senses at La Sagesse Bay, set for November 2026—another big luxury milestone for the region. Land Rights & Community Stewardship: Barbuda environmentalist and communal land advocate John Mussington speaks on the urgency of protecting collective land systems as he shares lessons from a Global Community Land Trust peer exchange in Rio. Regional Education & Public Life: Dominica mourns broadcasting pioneer Jeff Charles, remembered for building Radio Dominica’s early foundation and later advancing communications technology through satellite-communication studies. Youth, Sports & Mentorship: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA plan a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum in Dominica (June 17–18) focused on leadership, education, sports, wellness, and career growth. Law & Rights: The Dominica Bar Association’s Law Week 2026 turns to property rights, with a public speaking competition and a copyright law panel. Health & Learning: Dominica expands Rapid HIV and Syphilis Testing with new training for faster access to early detection, while the Grade Six National Assessment runs May 28–29 for 792 students. Culture & Faith: A Dominica-linked reflection on Pentecost traditions and the meaning of “family” in ancient Rome adds a cultural, lifestyle lens to the week’s reading.

Regional Air Travel & Tourism: Caribbean Airlines will withdraw service to Dominica and St. Kitts from June 1, while reducing flights to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly, after route losses topped US$18.84 million—an immediate hit to travel planning for island visitors. Youth, Culture & Community: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA will host a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum in Dominica (June 17–18) with sports, mentorship, leadership and wellness. Law & Rights: The Dominica Bar Association’s Law Week 2026 turns to property rights, with a high school public speaking competition and a copyright law panel at UWI Global. Education: The 2026 Grade Six National Assessment runs May 28–29 for 792 students across 62 centres. Public Health: Dominica expands Rapid HIV and Syphilis Testing with new training to improve early detection and treatment. International Partnerships: Dominica and India sign MoUs covering pharmacopoeia cooperation and road rehabilitation, with India also supporting climate-smart agriculture and sustainable cultural tourism in Kalinago Territory. Arts & Environment: FCCA and Discover Dominica launch the 2026 children’s essay and poster competitions on sustainable tourism and ocean protection. Broadcasting Legacy: Dominica mourns broadcasting pioneer Jeff Charles, remembered for building Radio Dominica’s early foundation and later advancing satellite communications studies.