CDB Approves EU-Backed Grant to Strengthen CDEMA
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has approved a technical assistance grant of USD346,000 to the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) to support a comprehensive institutional assessment aimed at strengthening the Agency’s ability to support Caribbean countries before, during and after disasters. CDEMA is the CARICOM agency that coordinates disaster risk management across the region. Through this […]
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Death announcement of Sonia nee Nicholas Brown also known as “Tita” of Scotts Head who sadly departed this world on April 4, 2026 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital
We celebrate the life of Sonia nee Nicholas Brown also known as “Tita” of Scotts Head who sadly departed this world on April 4, 2026 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital She is survived by: Husband – Julius Brown Children – Kenny, Kendra, Kenroy, Jeffers, Sophia Grand Children – Cai’el, Kelly, Kasson, Kenroy Jr., Khadijah, […]
OECS & WFP Launch Webinar Series on School Feeding and Food Systems in Eastern Caribbean
The OECS and WFP are pleased to announce the launch of the Webinar Series School Feeding and Food Systems in the Eastern Caribbean: Opportunities for Transformation. You’re invited to join the conversation for Webinar 1. How do National School Meals Programmes support student success beyond the classroom? These programmes play a critical role in: Improving nutrition. […]
Youth Empowered Through Leadership Workshop in Carriacou
Youth Empowered Through Leadership Workshop in Carriacou More than 20 participants from Carriacou and Petite Martinique have strengthened their leadership skills following a two-day “Training for Transformation” workshop held in Hillsborough on April 17, 2026. The workshop, organized by the Division of Youth Grenada, was facilitated by former parliamentarian and motivational speaker Dame Joan Purcell. Participants […]
CDEMA Hosts 17th Technical Advisory Committee Meeting in Virgin Islands
The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency recently convened its 17th Technical Advisory Committee (TAC 17) Meeting in the Virgin Islands, bringing together regional leaders, national disaster coordinators, and technical experts. The high-level meeting focused on strengthening coordination and advancing disaster risk management efforts across the Caribbean. Key discussions centered on enhancing regional preparedness, improving emergency response […]
PAHO/WHO Meets with Barbados Health Minister to Advance 2026–2027 Health Agenda
The Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization Office for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean has held a high-level planning and orientation meeting with Barbados’ newly appointed Minister of Health and Wellness, Lisa Cummins. The discussions focused on the organisation’s Biennial Work Plan for 2026–2027, as well as ongoing technical cooperation and strategic priorities for the […]
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