📢 Join us LIVE for the Opening Ceremony of the 51st Meeting of the Standing Committee of Caribbean Statisticians 📊 For the first time, Anguilla, an Associate Member of CARICOM, will host the annual series of regional statistical meetings, bringing together statisticians and technical officers from across the Caribbean Community. 📅 Monday, 26 October 2026 🕘 8:25 AM AST 📍 Aurora Anguilla Resort and Golf Club, Anguilla 📺 Watch live on CARICOM's social media platforms. The week of engagements will include the 51st Meeting of the Standing Committee of Caribbean Statisticians (SCCS), the Regional Census Coordinating Committee (RCCC) and the Regional Statistical Research Seminar. #CARICOM #SCCS51 #Anguilla #RegionalStatistics #Statistics

At the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity in Yerevan, Armenia, #CARICOM highlighted the importance of strengthening biodiversity monitoring, investing in protected areas and integrating biodiversity into national development policies. Representing the CARICOM Secretariat, Ms. Teshia Jn Baptiste, Senior Project Officer, Sustainable Development, shared the Region's progress and experiences at two side events focused on advancing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. 🌱 She emphasised the need to scale up successful conservation approaches, improve biodiversity data and statistics, and strengthen regional technical cooperation and capacity-building through mechanisms such as the CARICOM Technical and Scientific Cooperation Centre (TSCC). 🔗Click the link to read the full story ➡️ caricom.org/caricom-highligh…

As CARICOM joins the global observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Shana Cyr-Philbert, Chair of the Regional Technical Committee on Cancer Prevention and Control, calls for stronger regional cooperation to improve cancer prevention, timely diagnosis, access to quality treatment and essential cancer medicines. In her message, Dr. Cyr-Philbert highlights the establishment of CARICOM's Regional Technical Committee on Cancer Prevention and Control as an important step towards coordinated regional action and stronger support for Member States. 💗 “Every story is unique, every journey matters.” This October, CARICOM honours survivors, remembers those who have lost their lives, and stands in solidarity with patients, caregivers and families affected by breast cancer. 🔗 Read the Chair's full message: caricom.org/breast-cancer-aw… #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #CARICOM #CancerPrevention #RegionalHealth #BreastCancerAwareness

#ICYMI | The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) shared insights from its free movement journey at the Pacific Immigration Development Community (PIDC) Regional Workshop, held in Nadi, Fiji, from 13–16 October 2026. Ms. Wanya Illes, Deputy Programme Manager, Free Movement and Labour, presented CARICOM’s journey towards free movement, including its legal framework, implementation experience and key lessons learned. The presentation provided valuable insights to Pacific Directors of Immigration as that region explores approaches suited to its own circumstances. Representatives of CARICOM IMPACS and the OECS Commission also contributed to the discussions. 🤝 The engagement demonstrated the value of South-South cooperation and the deepening collaboration between CARICOM and Pacific States. CARICOM signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Pacific Islands Forum on 23 September 2026 on the margins of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, USA. 🔗Click the link to read the full story ➡️ caricom.org/caricom-shares-r… #CARICOM #FreeMovement #RegionalIntegration #SouthSouthCooperation

📢 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS for the 2026 JEREMY COLLYMORE AWARD Do you have a research idea that could make the Caribbean more resilient? Here's your opportunity to turn it into action! The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) is pleased to launch the Jeremy Collymore Award for Research in Disaster Risk Management and Resilience. 📅 Deadline: November 6, 2026 | 11:59 p.m. AST 🔗 Application Guidelines: cdemabb-my.sharepoint.com/:b… 🔗 Apply Here: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jjUs…

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📢 CARICOM Reparations Commission to Host Media Briefing The CARICOM Reparations Commission (CRC) will host a media briefing on Thursday, 22 October 2026, ahead of the Twenty-Eighth Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Antigua and Barbuda. CRC Chair, Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, and the Commission’s Vice-Chairs will outline plans to advance the Region’s reparations agenda and strengthen international advocacy for reparatory justice. 📅 Thursday 22 October 2026 🕑 2:00 PM AST 📺 Watch live on CARICOM’s Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn platforms. If you are a member of the Media, please join via Zoom: 🔗 us06web.zoom.us/j/8391413602… To learn more, visit ➡️ caricom.org/media-briefing-c… #CARICOM #Reparations #ReparatoryJustice #CHOGM2026

#CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett, on Monday highlighted investment opportunities across several sectors in the Region, including agriculture and agribusiness, renewable energy, tourism, transportation and communications. Dr. Barnett spoke of the Region’s investment opportunities at the opening of the World Trade Centre Georgetown International Trade and Investment Conference, where she emphasised the importance of investments that expand production, strengthen regional value chains, support innovation and create employment. Read more on our website: ➡️ caricom.org/caricom-secretar… #investment #regionalintegration #CARICOM #tradeandinvestment

CARICOM Energy Month 2026 | 1 – 30 November 2026 📢The countdown is on! ⏲️We are Excited! CARICOM Energy Month 2026 is almost here! ⚡In November, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will display the power of energy to drive innovation, strengthen resilience and advance sustainable development. 🔦Under the theme ‘Harnessing Energy, Advancing Resilient Development’, CARICOM Energy Month 2026 will spotlight the opportunities for transforming the Region’s energy landscape through renewable energy, energy efficiency, innovation and sustainable solutions. ☀️From harnessing the power of the sun and wind to exploring cleaner technologies and smarter energy solutions, the month provides an opportunity to highlight the progress being made and the proposed activities for a more secure, affordable and sustainable energy future for the Region. 📅 Mark your calendars: 1–30 November 2026! Stay tuned to our platforms for updates on the month of activities. #CARICOMEnergyMonth2026 #CARICOM #HarnessingEnergy #ResilientDevelopment #RenewableEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableCaribbean

💬 Ready to have your say? Young people have a central role in shaping our Region's future. Join the CARICOM Youth Consultation: Youth Voices, Regional Choices | Shaping Policy Together and be part of the conversation. 📅 Wednesday 21 October 2026 🕕 6:00 p.m. AST 📍 Zoom | Register here: ow.ly/R5Hw50ZYAYX Tell us what matters to you, share your ideas, and help set the agenda for regional youth development. Your perspective | Your priorities | Your future

CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett met with the Premier of Montserrat, the Hon. Reuben T. Meade during her visit to the island from 14 to 17 October. 🇲🇸🤝 While in Montserrat, the Secretary-General and delegation also met with the Leader of the Opposition, the Hon. Paul Lewis and other members of the Opposition. #CARICOM #Montserrat #RegionalIntegration #CaribbeanCommunity

CARICOM Secretary-General engages the youth of Montserrat During her visit to Montserrat 🇲🇸 from 14 to 17 October, CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett engaged the youth of Montserrat including the CARICOM Youth Ambassadors and members of the Montserrat National Youth Parliament in a discussion on the Community and their role and voice in enhancing regional integration. #CARICOM #Montserrat #CYA #CARICOMYouthAmbassadors #CaribbeanYouth #YouthInCARICOM

Your voice matters | Your future matters Join us for the CARICOM Youth Consultation: Youth Voices, Regional Choices | Shaping Policy Together, and share your ideas on how young people can play a greater role in shaping CARICOM. 📅Wednesday 21 October 2026 | 🕕 6:00 p.m. AST This virtual dialogue will explore key issues and priorities that will guide discussions at the upcoming Meeting of Senior Officials and Regional Youth Dialogue on Youth Development. 💬 Be heard | Be involved | Be part of the conversation 👉 Register here: ow.ly/pzTR50ZYAYW #YouthVoices #CARICOMYouth #FutureOfCARICOM #YouthDevelopment #YourVoiceMatters

📌The Caribbean Poultry Association (CPA) joins our CARICOM partners, regional governments, and the global agricultural community in marking World Food Day 2026 under the crucial theme, 'Innovate Today, Nourish Tomorrow'. As the primary supplier of animal-based protein in the region - providing close to 82% of the high-quality protein consumed by Caribbean citizens, the poultry industry stands at the absolute vanguard of regional food security. To nourish tomorrow's generations amid climate volatility, global supply-chain disruptions, and rising input costs, we are continuously scaling up technological and systemic innovations. 🔗Read more ➡️caricom.org/poultry-industry… #WorldFoodDay #poultry #foodsecurity

🌱Today is World Food Day! On World Food Day, the world is asked to innovate today, so that we may nourish tomorrow. In CARICOM, this call is already guiding our work through Vision 25 X 25 + 5, which is yielding tangible results. 🔗Read more ➡️caricom.org/today-is-world-f… #worldfoodday #vision25x25+5 #CARICOM

Chair of the Caribbean Community and Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, the Hon. Philip J. Pierre delivered a statement at the US-Caribbean Dialogue, 15 October. You may click here to read more : caricom.org/opening-remarks-…

Celebrating Caribbean Statistics Day: Harmonising Data and Strengthening Resilience On this Caribbean Statistics Day, let us renew our commitment to strengthening statistical systems across CARICOM. Together, we can build a more informed, prepared and resilient Caribbean, equipped to meet the challenges of today and seize the opportunities of tomorrow." Read the full message by Prime Minister of Grenada, the Hon Dickon Mitchell, Lead Head of Government with responsibility for science and technology in the CARICOM Quasi Cabinet: caricom.org/message-by-the-p…

Today, 15 October 2026, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) observes Caribbean Statistics Day under the theme “Harmonising Data, Strengthening Resilience.” #CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett, underscored the importance of high-quality, harmonised statistics in strengthening regional resilience: 💬 “Our collective resilience and overall sustainable development depend on our shared ability to know, measure and act.” Caribbean Statistics Day is observed annually to highlight the critical role of statistics in regional integration and sustainable development. 📊 Happy Caribbean Statistics Day! #CaribbeanStatisticsDay #CARICOM #RegionalIntegration #SustainableDevelopment

STATEMENT from the Caribbean Community | Panama Earthquake The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) stands in solidarity with the Government and people of Panama in the wake of the destructive earthquake which significantly damaged critical and historical infrastructure, interrupted travel, and left citizens without shelter. Panama and CARICOM Member States share a deeply intertwined history that spans many generations of citizens who have contributed to Caribbean development. CARICOM understands the destruction and displacement caused by natural disasters. We wish a full and speedy recovery to those who have been injured, and a swift return to normalcy.

Did you know? Curaçao officially became CARICOM’s sixth Associate Member on 28 July 2024, marking an important milestone in regional integration and cooperation. Today, Curaçao celebrates the 16th anniversary of becoming a country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands on 10 October 2010. 🇨🇼 Happy Curaçao Day! #CuraçaoDay #CARICOM