Published 13 September 2024
St Kitts, Basseterre,
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OECS COUNCIL OF MINISTERS MEETS TO DISCUSS HEALTH, HUMAN AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION
Basseterre: St. Kitts, Friday, September 13, 2024. St. Kitts and Nevis hosted the Inaugural
Meeting of the Joint Council of Ministers: Health, Human and Social Development and
Education from Tuesday, September 10 th to Thursday, September 12 th , at the St. Kitts Marriott
Resort. The high-level gathering brought together ministers and officials from across the OECS
region to address pressing issues in Education, Health, and Human and Social Development.
Director General, OECS Commission, His Excellency, Dr. Didacus Jules delivered an address
calling attention to the importance of the meetings at the opening ceremony.
“We gather today at a pivotal moment in our journey of regional transformation – one that is not
just about policies and protocols, but about people. The theme of this year’s meetings, Regional
Development and Sustainability through Quality Education and Social Empowerment is not only
timely, but speaks to the core of our shared mission: improving the quality of life for every
citizen of the OECS” he stated.
Dr. Jules also highlighted the significance of the collaborative approach.
“Bringing ministers of education, health, and social development together fosters a holistic and
collaborative approach to addressing interconnected challenges, ensuring that policies in each
sector support and reinforce one another, thereby promoting the overall well-being and
empowerment of citizens through integrated strategies for Education, Health, and Social
Welfare.”
He concluded his address with a call to action.
“Together, we can achieve a future where every citizen is empowered; where every child has
access to quality education; where every family is supported by robust health and social systems;
and where our region stands strong in the face of adversity.”
The Inaugural Meeting of the Joint Council of Ministers marked a significant step forward in the
region’s pursuit of sustainable development through education, health, and social empowerment.
