CARICOM Youth Ambassadors
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Improving Youth Mental Health among Key Issues at the Forefront of CARICOM’s Regional Youth Agenda
Through the CARICOM–Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) agreement, the CARICOM Youth Mental Health (Psychological) First Aid Programme is strengthening the capacity of young people and youth workers to respond effectively to mental health challenges. Michele Small-Bartley, Programme Manager for Youth Development at the CARICOM Secretariat Launched in August 2024 with more than 60 youth leaders, directors, officers, and workers, the…
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Antigua and Barbuda Youth Shine at the UN: Leading Voices for a Sustainable Future
Key takeaway: Antigua and Barbuda’s youth are not just participants of the 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum; they are leaders shaping the future of sustainable development, proving that small states can make a big impact on the world stage. Antigua and Barbuda is making waves on the global stage with its largest-ever youth delegation at the 2026 Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth…
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Youth Ambassadors Call for Bold Action at CARICOM’s 50th Heads of Government Meeting
At the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government (Tuesday, 24 February), St. Kitts and Nevis CARICOM Youth Ambassadors Aquanjé Robinson and Siobhan Phipps-Harding delivered powerful welcome remarks. Phipps-Harding emphasised the pride of hosting the Meeting, declaring: “May you feel, from this very moment, the genuine hospitality, pride, and warmth of the…
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St Kitts and Nevis Youth Ambassadors call for innovation, unity, and measurable impact as CARICOM leaders convene in February 2026
“Caribbean youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow. We are the innovators of today.” Aquanjé Robinson, St Kitts and Nevis CARICOM Youth Ambassador As St Kitts and Nevis prepares to host the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government, scheduled for 24 – 27 February 2026, that country’s CARICOM Youth Ambassadors, Aquanjé Robinson and Siobhan…
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CARICOM in 2025: Advancing “A Community for All”
The year 2025 marked a significant chapter in CARICOM’s journey, as the Community advanced key initiatives and programmes that strengthen regional integration and cooperation. These achievements and milestones highlight unwavering commitment to building “A Community for All,” one that reflects unity, resilience, and shared progress across the Caribbean. Here are some highlights:
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🌊 Empowering Belizean Youth: The #501SaveTheBeach Initiative
In December 2025, a powerful movement began in Belize. CARICOM Youth Ambassador and health professional Marissa Cervantes launched #501SaveTheBeach, a Youth Mental Health First Aid Action Plan designed to uplift and protect the next generation. While sargassum influxes along Belize’s shores have long been studied for their ecological and economic consequences, one critical dimension has often been overlooked: the mental…
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End of Year Message | CARICOM Secretary‑General: Building a Resilient and United Caribbean
Fellow CARICOM citizens, As we approach this festive season, we reflect on the challenges the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has faced during the year that have thrown our vulnerabilities into sharp relief, and more than ever, underscored the purpose and value of a united Region. On the heels of the devastation caused in several Member States by Hurricane Beryl in 2024,…
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MESSAGE | DR. CARLA BARNETT | CARICOM SECRETARY-GENERAL | HUMAN RIGHTS DAY | “HUMAN RIGHTS: OUR EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS” | 10 DECEMBER
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) remains the foundational document outlining essential rights and freedoms, including the right to education, health, and a sufficient standard of living—critical factors for human and social progress in all countries, including in the Caribbean. Human rights are founded on equality, non-discrimination, and inclusion. As the Region continues to dismantle systemic barriers and promote…
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CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Urges Region to Prioritise Children in Development Agenda
At the 20th Annual Caribbean Child Research Conference on 1 December, CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Dr Armstrong Alexis delivered the keynote under the theme “Leaving No Child Behind: Bridging Gaps for Marginalised Children in the Caribbean.”In his remarks, Dr Alexis commended The University of the West Indies and its partners for sustaining this vital regional platform where scholarship, advocacy, and children’s…
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CARICOM-UNICEF Study Finds Caribbean Youth Facing High Rates of Depression and Anxiety
Friday, 24 October 2025 (CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown): A significant number of children and adolescents across the Caribbean are experiencing high levels of symptoms of depression and anxiety. This is according to the 2025 Caribbean Child and Youth Mental Health Research Study Report conducted by the CARICOM Secretariat and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). In 2024, the survey…
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