AGP Executive Report

Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with the Grenada Tourism Authority saying the two-week push is helping reconnect nationals and channel skills back into nation-building—timed for the tourism low season to boost rooms and flights. Vision 75 & leadership: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to urge that Grenada will be built by those who stay and those who return “from anywhere” through technology, tying the message to the 2049 Vision 75 agenda. Culture & music: Dominican artist Shelly Alfred wrapped a five-day promotional tour of Grenada, spotlighting his single “I Deserve This” and linking up with local artistes ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Education deadline: The Ministry of Education says Monday, 6 July is the final day to submit CPEA reassignment (transfer) requests online, with decisions expected in mid-July. Tourism heritage debate: A call is growing for Grenada to pause and review the Drill Yard in St. George’s before demolition, arguing it clashes with plans to upgrade priority tourism sites. Regional skills training: OECS SKIP Grenada completed in-person transversal skills training for TVET teachers, focusing on communication, teamwork, digital literacy, ethics, and learner support.

Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urging nationals abroad to help build the country—whether by returning or by using technology to contribute—while tourism stakeholders link the push to Vision 75. Culture & learning: Guyanese-born children’s author Gwenette Pearson-Cambridge shares how her teaching roots across the region shaped her storytelling for young readers. Tourism & heritage debate: A call is growing for Grenada to fully review and protect the Drill Yard in St. George’s before any demolition, arguing it can’t be ignored while “upgrading priority tourism sites.” Education updates: Parents have until 6 July to submit CPEA transfer requests online, with decisions communicated in mid-July. Community tourism push: OECS workshops in Saint Lucia focus on community-based tourism so locals become primary beneficiaries, not just visitors’ hosts. Regional capacity building: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors complete RSS prosecution training supported by the EU. Arts & music: Award-winning Dominican artist Shelly Alfred wraps a Grenada promo tour, spotlighting new music and planning a return for Spice Mas 2026.

Diaspora & Vision 75: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to urge Grenadians to build from anywhere, tying the message to Vision 75 and a 25-year transformation mindset. Tourism & Heritage Tension: A tourism symposium push for upgrading priority sites clashes with concerns that St. George’s Drill Yard could be demolished without a full heritage review and salvage plan. Elections & Civic Clarity: A voter registration forum calls for clearer public guidance on who can register and stay registered, while criticizing limited engagement from the Supervisor of Elections/Parliamentary Elections Office. Education Transfers: The Ministry of Education set a 6 July deadline for CPEA reassignment requests, with transfers considered only on specific grounds and decisions communicated in mid-July. Infrastructure Debate: A look at the Finance–Design–Build model weighs speed and fiscal relief against long-term risks for Grenada’s development path. Culture & Music: Shelly Alfred wrapped a promotional tour of Grenada, spotlighting new music and linking with local artistes ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Community & Sport: St Andrew’s Festival 2026 schedule is out, promising parish-wide culture, sport and togetherness. Regional Training: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors completed RSS prosecution training, aimed at strengthening justice delivery. Spice Legacy: National Spice Replanting Day mobilised every parish to plant spice trees and renew Grenada’s agricultural heritage.

Vision 75 & Diaspora Homecoming: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to push Vision 75, stressing Grenada will be built by those who stay and by returning expertise—plus building from anywhere through technology. Education & Skills: OECS SKIP Grenada wrapped an in-person transversal skills training for TVET teachers, focusing on communication, teamwork, digital literacy, gender responsiveness and disaster-risk teaching. Spice & Community Pride: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers in every parish plant spice trees under “From Roots to Legacy,” linking agriculture, environment and national identity to Diaspora Homecoming 2026. Sports & Youth: Grenada gears up for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (6–10 July) with upgraded instructor training and lessons across 15 locations, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. School Transfers Deadline: Parents have until 6 July to submit CPEA reassignment requests online, with decisions communicated in mid-July. Religion & Culture: Religion briefs highlight a revival at Nathaniel Baptist Church and Christian hip-hop classes at a hotel. Regional Tourism Push: OECS continues strengthening community-based tourism as a growth engine, with training in Saint Lucia aimed at putting communities at the centre of tourism planning.

Sports & Youth: St. Kitts and Nevis named its squad for the ANOCES Athletics Championship (July 4–5 at Kim Collins Stadium), with athletes selected from season performance and a mix of experience and emerging talent, including Grenada among the nine participating countries. Disaster Resilience: EU funding supports Sendai Framework implementation across St. Kitts and Nevis, Grenada, and Suriname, backing disaster preparedness and recovery work through the EU-CA-RES programme. Education & Skills: The Advancing Caribbean Teachers (ACT) maths initiative wrapped up for a cohort of teachers, including participants from Grenada and Dominica, aiming to strengthen classroom practice through shared learning communities. Culture & Community: Grenada’s National Spice Replanting Day mobilised every parish during Diaspora Homecoming 2026, with volunteers planting spice trees under the “From Roots to Legacy” theme. Music & Local Pride: Dominican artist Shelly Alfred completed a promotional tour of Grenada, spotlighting “I Deserve This” and linking up with local media and artistes ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Tourism Development: OECS pushed community-based tourism as a growth engine, training tourism officials in Saint Lucia to help communities become primary beneficiaries of tourism. Health & Safety Skills: Grenada gears up for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (July 6–10), following instructor training to improve how children learn to swim across multiple locations.

Grenada Diaspora Homecoming: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says the 2026 Homecoming is shifting from remittances to “human capital” as diaspora professionals take roles on key national boards, including the Public Utility Regulatory Commission and airport/transport bodies. Steelpan & Community Culture: The Carenage hosted the third annual We Pan Fest with 6 steel orchestras, local artistes, and father-focused tributes—another reminder that culture is also community-building. Agriculture & Heritage: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers plant spice trees across every parish under the theme “From Roots to Legacy,” tying national pride to agricultural renewal. Sports & Local Identity: A call is growing for a National Sports Symposium, with sports absent from the main Homecoming agenda despite the diaspora’s coaching and sports-science expertise. Regional Tourism Strategy: OECS is pushing community-based tourism as a growth engine, training member states to put communities at the centre of tourism policy and benefits. Health & Nutrition: EU–CaN and partners will run an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets and nutrition awareness, with special focus on women, girls, and youth. Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday: The Feast of St. Peter celebrations brought church services, boat blessings, aquatics, and a mega stage show—while organisers noted rising costs and funding gaps.

Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is shifting from “remittances only” to human-capital development, with overseas Grenadians serving on key national boards and helping drive economic and social growth. Culture in the Streets: The Carenage hosted the 3rd annual We Pan Fest, filling the Pedestrian Plaza with steel orchestras and local artistes, while organisers highlighted culture as community development. Agriculture & Pride: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers plant spice trees across every parish under the “From Roots to Legacy” theme, tied to Diaspora Homecoming. Community Tourism: OECS gathered member states in Saint Lucia to strengthen community-based tourism policies, aiming to keep tourism benefits in local communities. Health & Nutrition: EU–CaN and partners will run an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets and nutrition awareness (30 June–2 July). Sports & Youth: Grenada prepares for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (6–10 July) with instructor training to improve how children learn to swim.

National Spice Replanting Day: Volunteers across every parish joined Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 to plant spice trees under the theme “From Roots to Legacy,” with Senator Roderick St Clair calling it a “statement of national responsibility” and a push to protect the Spice Isle identity. Diaspora Homecoming Culture & Policy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says the Homecoming is shifting from remittances-only thinking to “human capital development,” pointing to diaspora members serving on key national boards as the Carenage “We Pan” celebrations build momentum. We Pan Fest in The Carenage: The third annual We Pan Fest filled the Pedestrian Plaza with steelpan, Soca and local talent, featuring six steel orchestras and performances by artists including Blaka Dan and General PP, hosted by Senator Claudette Joseph. Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday: RGPF confirmed safety and traffic arrangements for the June 29 Feast of St Peter celebrations, including rules on road structures, vendor music timing, and emergency vehicle access. Healthy Diets Workshop: EU–CaN and partners will host an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets from 30 June–2 July in True Blue, with a focus on nutrition for women, girls and youth. Scholarships: Grenada students can apply for Serbia (2026–2027) and Morocco (2026–2027) scholarship opportunities, covering tuition, stipends and support for eligible Grenadian citizens. Sports & Community: Grenada gears up for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (6–10 July) with training led by Tara Baksh and lessons across 15 locations, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Local Arts & Heritage: Grenada’s contemporary art presence gets a boost as the Grenada Pavilion commissioner shares progress from international cultural programming, while a heritage spotlight warns that the Drill Yard site in St George’s could face demolition.

Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is shifting from remittances to “human capital,” with returning nationals taking roles on key boards as the Carenage events roll on. Culture on the Waterfront: We Pan Fest’s third edition lit up the Carenage with steel orchestras, local artistes, and a bigger lineup of pan groups—plus community celebration led by Senator Claudette Joseph. Agriculture & Heritage: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers plant spice trees across every parish as part of Diaspora Homecoming, framing it as “From Roots to Legacy.” Sports & Youth Pathways: A call is growing for a National Sports Symposium, arguing sports should be central to diaspora engagement and youth development ahead of major regional events. Community Safety: RGPF confirmed traffic and safety arrangements for Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday, including road rules, music timing, and emergency access. Learning to Swim: Sandals National Learn to Swim Week runs 6–10 July with trained instructors and lessons across 15 locations, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Gender Equality Training: OECS Commission launched a gender mainstreaming staff training series to strengthen gender-responsive programme planning across the region. Regional Nutrition Policy: EU–CaN and partners host an OECS workshop on healthy diets from 30 June–2 July, targeting nutrition action for women, girls, and youth. Education Opportunities: Morocco scholarship offers Grenadians undergraduate and graduate study options at Al Akhawayn University in 2026–2027. Health & Mind: A Grenada-focused opinion piece argues mental health should be taught in schools to help young people thrive through adolescence.

Diaspora & National Pride: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off at Belmont Estate, with PM Dickon Mitchell stressing a shift from remittances to diaspora “human capital” and active roles on national boards. Culture on the Streets: The Carenage hosted the 3rd annual We Pan Fest, featuring six steel orchestras and local artistes, while Gouyave marked Fisherman’s Birthday (Feast of St. Peter) with prayer, boat blessings, and beachside aquatic events. Community Health & Learning: Sandals National Learn to Swim Week runs 6–10 July after instructor training, and a regional EU–CaN workshop (30 June–2 July) targets healthier diets and nutrition awareness across the OECS. Agriculture & Heritage: National Spice Replanting Day mobilised every parish under “From Roots to Legacy,” tying spice replanting to national identity. Mental Health Push: A Grenadian educator argues schools must teach mental health deliberately, especially during adolescence. Policy & Governance: RGPF outlined safety and traffic arrangements for Gouyave celebrations, and the High Court ruled against a prison officer’s bid to travel abroad without PSC permission.

Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is a “fundamental shift” from remittances to diaspora-led human capital and board-level involvement, with the welcome reception held at Belmont Estate. Steelpan & Community Culture: The Carenage buzzed with the third annual We Pan Fest, featuring 6 steel orchestras, local artistes, and a strong family turnout. Local Faith & Maritime Tradition: Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday (Feast of St. Peter) returns with church service, boat blessings, procession, and beach aquatics—plus RGPF traffic and safety arrangements. Nutrition & Women’s Health: EU–CaN will host an OECS policy workshop on healthy diets and nutrition awareness (30 June–2 July) focusing on action for diet-related NCDs and vulnerabilities for women, girls, and youth. Education & Scholarships: Morocco’s government offers 2026–2027 scholarships for Grenadians at Al Akhawayn University, with stipends and English-taught programmes. Culture Heritage Watch: A spotlight story flags Grenada’s Drill Yard as a patrimony site at risk of disappearing.

Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is a “fundamental shift,” moving beyond remittances to human-capital development, with diaspora leaders serving on key national boards. Culture on the Waterfront: The Carenage roared at the 3rd annual We Pan Fest, featuring six steel orchestras, local artistes, and community pride. Healthy Eating Push: The EU–CaN initiative will host an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets from 30 June–2 July in TrueBlue, with a focus on women, girls and youth nutrition. Local Heritage Spotlight: A Grenada Drill Yard heritage site in St George’s faces possible demolition, raising alarms about losing part of the nation’s story. Education & Scholarships: Morocco’s government offers 2026–2027 scholarships for Grenadians at Al Akhawayn University, with programmes taught in English. Community Safety: RGPF confirms traffic and safety arrangements for Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday celebrations, including music rules and emergency access.

In-home pet care: CodaPet is expanding in Carlsbad by adding Dr. Germaine Germundson to its network of licensed vets offering compassionate euthanasia at home, so pets can pass peacefully surrounded by family. Community safety & culture: The Royal Grenada Police Force confirmed traffic and public safety arrangements for the Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday celebrations, including no structures on the main road, controlled music hours, and bypass routes. Grenada on the global arts stage: Grenada’s pavilion work is being highlighted internationally, with Commissioner Dr. Susan Mains sharing how the Grenada Pavilion at La Biennale di Venezia is strengthening Caribbean contemporary art links. Scholarships for Grenadians: Morocco, with Grenada, is offering 2026–2027 undergraduate and graduate scholarships at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, with English-taught programmes and stipends. Diaspora homecoming: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, hosted by Minister Joseph Andall, focusing on reconnection, culture, and development. Culture in motion: Carriacou’s Skinny Banton is keeping Spicemas energy year-round with a seven-song 2026 run, led by “The Jambalasse” project celebrating Jab Jab roots. Health & education spotlight: St. George’s University announced its August 2026 intake call for Indian students, supporting global medical training pathways.

Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday: The Royal Grenada Police Force confirmed safety and traffic plans for the 29 June celebrations, including no structures on the main road, controlled music timing (after church service, up to 2am), vendor rules, and use of bypass routes—plus clear access for emergency vehicles. Grenada in the arts spotlight: Grenada’s Pavilion work is being shared internationally, with Commissioner Dr Susan Mains highlighting how partnerships help elevate Caribbean creativity on global cultural stages. Scholarships for Grenadians: Morocco is offering 2026–2027 undergraduate and graduate scholarships at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, with English-taught programmes, airfare, accommodation, stipends, and health coverage. Regional diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM renewed their strategic partnership focus on security, climate and trade, with ministers backing a results-focused action plan. Culture & community: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, bringing returning nationals together for cultural exchange and development talks. Spicemas energy: Carriacou’s Skinny Banton is pushing Grenada’s Jab culture forward with a seven-song 2026 run, including the Jambalasse project. STEM for youth: ECCB announced its free 2026 STEM Camp (ages 14–18 across ECCU territories, including Grenada) starting July 6.

Event Safety & Traffic: RGPF has confirmed public safety and traffic arrangements for the 29 June Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday celebrations, including no structures across the main road, regulated vendor music, music only after the church service, music allowed until 2am, and use of usual bypass routes—plus emergency vehicles and large trucks must have full access. Culture & Arts: Grenada’s pavilion work is being highlighted internationally, with Commissioner Dr Susan Mains sharing progress and partnerships behind the Grenada Pavilion’s presence at MoMA during the launch of a contemporary art volume. Education Scholarships: Morocco is offering 2026–2027 undergraduate and graduate scholarships for Grenadians at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, with English-taught programmes, airfare, accommodation, meals, stipend, and health coverage. Regional Diplomacy: Canada and CARICOM renewed a strategic partnership in Panama, focusing on security, climate resilience, and trade. Politics & Governance: PM Dickon Mitchell says there will be no change of government for the next five years and outlines NDC manifesto consultations across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Diaspora & Community: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, hosted by Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall, inviting returning nationals to reconnect with purpose. STEM & Youth: ECCB announced a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6 for ages 14–18 across ECCU territories, aimed at turning youth into digital creators and innovators. Spicemas Spotlight: Skinny Banton is pushing Grenada’s Jab culture with a seven-song 2026 run, including “The Jambalasse” project.

CARICOM-Canada diplomacy: Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Barbados’ Christopher Sinckler (for CARICOM) met in Panama to renew a results-focused Canada-CARICOM plan on security, climate resilience, and trade, with clear timelines and financing. Grenada politics: PM Dickon Mitchell says there will be “no change” in government for the next five years, while NDC figures and supporters push back hard on election talk and opposition claims. Local governance & justice: A High Court ruling went against a prison officer who challenged restrictions on leaving the island without Public Service Commission permission. Heritage at risk: St. George’s “Drill Yard” faces possible demolition, raising urgent questions about protecting Grenada’s layered judicial and military history. Culture & community: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off with a Welcome Reception at Belmont Estate, spotlighting reconnection, identity, and investment dialogue. Arts & identity: Carriacou’s Skinny Banton keeps Spicemas energy year-round with a seven-song 2026 run rooted in Jab culture. Health & education: Saint Lucia’s Camille Andrew made OECS history by earning an MD in Morocco with highest honors. STEM for youth: ECCB announces a free 2026 STEM Camp starting July 6 for ages 14–18 across ECCU member territories, including Grenada.