Timothy Austin
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CARICOM ASG Champions PTAs as critical partners in Education Transformation and Regional Development
“In our Region, where education remains a cornerstone of sustainable development, the role of parents and communities must not be seen as supplementary – but as essential.” Alison Drayton | Assistant Secretary-General | Human and Social Development | CARICOM Friday, 3 October 2025 (CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown): “Parent-Teacher Associations play a pivotal role in shaping not just the education…
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Statement | Chair of the CARICOM Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) – Environment and Sustainable Development | Passing of the Honourable Vaughn Miller, Minister of the Environment and Natural Resources for The Commonwealth of The Bahamas
It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that I, on behalf of the entire Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) for Environment and Sustainable Development of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, colleagues, and the people of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas on the untimely passing of their esteemed Minister…
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CARICOM Statement | Adoption Of UN Security Council Resolution 2793 on Haiti
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) welcomes the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2793 that will transition the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission into a Gang Suppression Force (GSF) with a more robust UN-authorised mandate. This provides new hope for an end to violence and for the restoration of public safety for the people of Haiti, who have suffered gravely at…
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PM Skerrit: “Free Movement is a Win-Win for Regional Growth”
“I am hopeful that our other CARICOM Member States will soon join us in this historic step so that we can realise the full promise of a true Caribbean Community.” Prime Minister of Dominica, the Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit On 1 October 2025, Dominica officially joined Barbados, Belize and St. Vincent and the Grenadines in implementing “Full-Free Movement” for CARICOM nationals.…
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PM Mottley: “Barbados Joins Regional Free Movement Initiative with Pride and Purpose”
“This supports jobs, supports public services, and supports our future.” Prime Minister of Barbados, the Honourable Mia Mottley As of Wednesday, 1 October 2025, Barbados joins Belize, Dominica, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines in fully implementing the free movement of nationals among these Caribbean Community (CARICOM) states. This landmark step marks a new chapter in regional integration and mobility.…
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Statement | CARICOM Caucus of Ambassadors, by H.E. François Jackman, Permanent Representative of Barbados, in support of the Adoption of the UN Security Council Resolution for a UN Support Office and Gang Suppression Force (GSF) in Haiti | 30 September 2025
Only through urgent, collective action in the security domain, in support of Haiti, can the scourge of gang violence be arrested. This is a critical first step towards creating favourable conditions for elections, sustained delivery of humanitarian support and relief, the rebuilding of institutions and the laying of the foundation for the long-term economic development of Haiti. H.E. François Jackman,…
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Barbados, Belize, Dominica and St. Vincent and the Grenadines Ready for Full Free Movement on 1 October 2025
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States -Barbados, Belize, Dominica and St. Vincent and the Grenadines- will implement full Free Movement of their nationals among themselves from Wednesday, 1 October 2025. This means that nationals of these four countries will not be limited to temporary entry of up to six months, or to work under the CARICOM skills regime. Nationals from these…
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Message | Dr Carla Barnett | Secretary-General | Caribbean Community (CARICOM) | Caribbean Youth Day 2025 | 30 September 2025
As we mark this special day, I urge all stakeholders, governments, civil society, the private sector, and our youth themselves, to renew their commitment to creating an environment where young people can contribute to and participate in decision-making processes, and lead initiatives for positive change. Their voices, perspectives, and actions are crucial in shaping a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable Caribbean.…
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CDB’s Transforming Education Symposium to Strengthen Role of Parents as Partners in Student Success
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB / the Bank), in collaboration with the Ministry of Educational Transformation, Barbados, will host the 2025 Regional Symposium and Policy Dialogue on Transforming Education from September 30 to October 2, 2025, at the Wyndham Grand Resort in Barbados. Anchored by the theme “Stronger Together: Empowering Parents as Partners in Caribbean Education,” the Symposium will focus on strengthening the role of…
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Grenada Leads Regional Charge against Non-Communicable Diseases with PAHO Hearts Initiative
Grenada has officially achieved national scale-up of the PAHO HEARTS initiative, marking a major milestone in the fight against non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are no longer just a public health concern in Grenada—they are a national priority. In 2019, NCDs accounted for over 80% of all deaths in the country, with cardiovascular diseases responsible for four of the…
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