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ECDU KICKS OFF PRE – CHILD MONTH ACTIVITIES

Published 22 May 2026

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ECDU KICKS OFF PRE – CHILD MONTH ACTIVITIES 

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Thursday, May 212026:​ The Early Childhood Development Unit (ECDU) organized its yearly football festival, a pre – child month activity, bringing significant energy to the Warner Park Football stadium, on Wednesday, May 20th

Education Officer with responsibility for the early childhood sector, Mrs. Kethual Bergan, shared insights into the benefits of engaging early learners in football

“In early childhood, football offers a mixture of physical, social,and cognitive benefits. It also builds fundamental movement skills, encourages teamwork, and enhances attention skills. For over 10 years, the Ministry of Education has supported this initiative. Today, students from both private and public centers are here to have fun as they learn more about football.”

Director Kimona Browne (ECDU) expressed her enthusiasm for the Pre–Child Month activities.

“The Early Childhood Development Unit is officially gearing up for Child Month 41, and the excitement has already begun at the Football Stadium at Warner Park. Today’s Football festival marks one of the exciting pre-activities leading up to a month packed with fun, learning, health, and family engagement for our nation’s children. And the action continues on Thursday,May 28th, with our Cricket Festival at the Cricket Stadium here at Warner Park. These activities form part of the movement component of this year’s theme: Fueling our Bodies with the Best – good Nutrition Movement and Rest.”

Director Browne encouraged the public to join in the upcoming celebratory activities for Child Month

“We are encouraging the entire public to come out and support all the exciting activities we have in store throughout Child Month 41. Bring the energy, bring the support, bring the vibes,and celebrate with us as we place our children at the center of it all.”

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Minister of Tourism Press Conference | Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Published 21 May 2026

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Minister of Tourism Press Conference | Tuesday, 26 May 2026

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St. Kitts and Nevis’ Preventative Crime Strategy Gains Regional Attention as CARICOM–UN Partnership Advances

Published 21 May 2026

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St. Kitts and Nevis’ Preventative Crime Strategy Gains Regional Attention as CARICOM–UN Partnership Advances
 

Basseterre, St Kitts, May 21, 2026 (PMO): Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, highlighted the growing regional recognition of St. Kitts and Nevis’ preventative approach to crime reduction, as he addressed the official launch of the CARICOM–UNDP Diagnostic Document and CARICOM–UN Action Framework, May 21, emphasizing that sustainable solutions to crime and violence require broader societal intervention beyond traditional law enforcement measures.

Addressing regional representatives, United Nations officials, security stakeholders and national partners, Prime Minister Drew reflected on the Federation’s journey in rethinking and reshaping its response to crime and violence. He noted that while law enforcement and judicial interventions remain critical pillars of national security, lasting solutions demand a more comprehensive strategy that addresses the underlying social, psychological and environmental conditions that often precede criminal activity.

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Prime Minister Drew: Political Will Is Essential to Transforming Crime Prevention Across the Caribbean

Published 21 May 2026

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Prime Minister Drew: Political Will Is Essential to Transforming Crime Prevention Across the Caribbean
 

Basseterre, St Kitts, May 21, 2026 (PMO): Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of CARICOM, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, stressed that meaningful and lasting progress in addressing crime and violence across the Caribbean cannot be achieved without decisive leadership and political commitment.

Delivering remarks at the launch of the CARICOM–UNDP Diagnostic Document and CARICOM–UN Action Framework on May 21st, Prime Minister Drew identified political will as the critical ingredient necessary to move crime prevention strategies from theory into action.

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TEEN BOYS CONFERENCE PROMOTES HEALTHY LIFE CHOICES

Published 21 May 2026

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TEEN BOYS CONFERENCE PROMOTES HEALTHY LIFE CHOICES

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 21, 2026 (SKNIS): Adolescent boys across Saint Kitts convened at the Cuna Conference Room on Thursday (May 21, 2026), for the Teen Boys Conference organised by the Department of Gender Affairs. It was held under the theme: “Promoting Healthy Choices, Responsible Relationships, Educational Success and Consent.”

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