AGP Executive Report

Caribbean Food Travel: A new roundup spotlights 8 top street-food stops—Trinidad, Nassau, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Barbados, Jamaica, Puerto Rico and St Martin—where casual roadside bites like bake-and-shark, conch salad and jerk are the main event. Cycling & Youth Sport: Alphonse preps for the Cycling Worlds with a six-week training stint in Canada, while his association wraps a youth summer camp in Vieux Fort focused on cycling theory, nutrition, safety and race prep. Health in the Region: Grenada launches a hypertension self-monitoring and nutrition awareness programme, handing out validated blood pressure monitors, recipes and logbooks to help communities manage high blood pressure. Public Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis assumes her PAHO/WHO role for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, aiming to strengthen resilient, equitable health systems across the region. Heritage Under Pressure: In Grenada, an interim court injunction pauses demolition of the historic Drill Yard while an international team assesses options to secure and rehabilitate the site. Music & Culture Calendar: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival returns Oct 23–25, 2026 with NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng and Martinique’s Maurane Voyer among the lineup. Cruise Routes for Islanders: MSC World Asia will sail from Fort-de-France (plus Pointe-à-Pitre and Bridgetown) on winter 2027/28 itineraries across the South Caribbean, boosting travel options for Martinique. Education Support: Nexa Credit Union continues its CPEA grant drive, paying 135 grants across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique to ease back-to-school costs.

Public Health & Community Care: GFNC has launched a hypertension self-monitoring and nutrition awareness programme, aiming to help people manage blood pressure with home monitors, healthy recipes, and logbooks plus follow-up support. Regional Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has assumed her PAHO/WHO role for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, working with health ministries across the ECC and French Caribbean departments including Martinique. Heritage Under Pressure: In Grenada, an interim court injunction is temporarily stopping the NIS Board from demolishing the historic Drill Yard while an international technical team assesses how to stabilise and rehabilitate it. Music & Culture: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival returns Oct. 23–25, 2026 with big names like NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles and Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Travel & Lifestyle: MSC Cruises is reshuffling Winter 2027/28 deployments, with MSC World Asia sailing the South Caribbean from Fort-de-France and MSC World Europa heading to the Western Mediterranean. Education & Local Support: Nexa Credit Union has distributed its 2026 CPEA grants—135 $300 awards across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique—to ease back-to-school costs.

Public Health & Community Support: Grenada’s Food and Nutrition Council (GFNC) launched a hypertension self-monitoring and nutrition awareness programme, funded by Grenada Cooperative Bank’s Pump It Up! initiative, with validated blood pressure monitors, healthy recipes and home logbooks plus follow-up support. Regional Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started as PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Countries, bringing 25 years of public health experience to help strengthen resilient, equitable health systems across the OECS and wider Caribbean. Heritage Protection: In Grenada, an interim court injunction is temporarily blocking the NIS Board from demolishing the historic Drill Yard while an international technical team assesses options to secure, stabilise and rehabilitate the site, with a report due by 31 August 2026. Travel & Lifestyle: MSC Cruises updated its Winter 2027/28 deployments, bringing MSC World Asia to the South Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France, plus MSC World Europa to the Western Mediterranean. Music & Culture: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (Oct 23–25, 2026) announced a star-studded lineup including NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles and Martinique’s Maurane Voyer.

Caribbean Travel & Culture: Grenada Tourism Authority has joined ATAS to push more than beach holidays, spotlighting experiences, nature, culture, food and “soft adventure” for UK travellers. Public Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started as PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, bringing 25 years of experience to help strengthen resilient, equitable health systems across the region. Heritage Protection: Grenada’s historic Drill Yard preservation effort is moving forward after an interim court injunction halted demolition while a technical assessment runs to 31 August 2026. Music & Festivals: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (Oct 23–25, 2026) is set with big names like NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest and more, with Martinique’s Maurane Voyer also on the bill. Cruise Options for the Region: MSC Cruises’ Winter 2027/28 reshuffle brings MSC World Asia to the South Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France, plus MSC World Europa redeployed to the Western Mediterranean. Community & Education: Nexa Credit Union wrapped up its 2026 CPEA grant distribution, awarding 135 $300 grants to students across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique.

Caribbean Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started as the new PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, bringing 25 years of public health experience to help strengthen resilient, equitable, people-centered health systems across the region, including Martinique. Heritage Under Pressure: In Grenada, an interim court injunction is temporarily stopping the NIS Board from demolishing the historic Drill Yard while an international technical team assesses options to secure, stabilise, and rehabilitate the site, with a report due by 31 August 2026. Music & Culture Calendar: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival returns October 23–25, 2026, with big names like NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton, and Fridayy, plus regional Creole acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Travel & Lifestyle: MSC Cruises is reshuffling its Winter 2027/28 plans, putting MSC World Asia into the South Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France, and moving MSC World Europa to the Western Mediterranean. Community & Education: Nexa Credit Union has wrapped up its 2026 CPEA grant distribution, awarding 135 back-to-school grants across Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique.

Cruise & Travel Buzz: Corendon is launching a special 14-day Renaissance cruise that starts in Aruba on December 3, 2026 and ends in Curaçao on December 16, with the ship calling at Aruba so passengers can board locally. Music & Culture: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (Oct 23–25, 2026) is set to bring big names like NE-Yo, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton and Fridayy, plus regional acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Regional Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has taken over as PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Countries, working with governments across the region including Martinique. Local Education Support: Nexa Credit Union has wrapped up its 2026 CPEA Summer School outreach and grant push, including 135 CPEA grants of $300 each for members across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Heritage & Resilience: Carriacou’s museum rebuilding is underway with plans to create a climate-resilient, state-of-the-art Carriacou Museum after Hurricane Beryl, with costs expected to top EC$1 million. Back-to-School Aid (Martinique): France’s back-to-school allowance is being paid to nearly three million families across mainland France, Guadeloupe, French Guiana and Martinique, with amounts by age and income-based eligibility.

PAHO/WHO Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started her new role as PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Countries, working with health ministries to strengthen resilient, equitable health systems across the region. Martinique Nature & Research: Aimee Boisselle’s work on manatees uses underwater sound recording to study their “soundscapes,” aiming to fill long-standing knowledge gaps and support conservation policy. Music Calendar (Regional): Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival returns Oct 23–25, 2026 at Windsor Park, with big names like NE-Yo, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles and Capleton, plus Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Travel & Lifestyle (Caribbean): MSC Cruises is reshuffling its Winter 2027/28 plans: MSC World Asia moves to the South Caribbean with departures including Fort-de-France, while MSC World Europa heads to the Western Mediterranean. Culture & Heritage (Martinique-linked): A new Martinique stay concept, Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin, offers just four transparent “bubble” rooms with wellness and table d’hôte experiences.

Marine Conservation & Science: Aimee Boisselle is pursuing PhD research on manatees’ bioacoustics in Trinidad and Tobago, using underwater recorders to map sound patterns and help shape future conservation policies. Music & Culture: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (Oct 23–25, 2026) is set with big international names like NE-Yo, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles and Fridayy, plus regional acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Cruises & Local Access: MSC Cruises is reshuffling Winter 2027/28 routes—MSC World Asia will sail the Southern Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France, while MSC World Europa heads to the Western Mediterranean. Education & Community: Grenada’s PURC wrapped its 2026 Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students across parishes with lessons on renewable energy and water/electricity conservation. Back-to-School Aid: France’s back-to-school allowance is being paid to nearly three million families, including in Martinique, with amounts based on children’s ages. Travel & Lifestyle (Martinique): Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin is offering a rare stay: transparent bubble rooms surrounded by tropical trees, with wellness and table d’hôte experiences.

Marine Conservation & Research: Aimee Boisselle is pursuing PhD work on the bioacoustics of manatees in Trinidad, using underwater acoustic recorders to map sound patterns and help shape future conservation policies. Music & Culture (Caribbean/Creole): Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) returns Oct 23–25, 2026 at Windsor Park, with NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton, Fridayy, plus regional acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Travel & Lifestyle (Martinique departures): MSC Cruises’ Winter 2027/28 plans shift MSC World Asia to the Southern Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France, and MSC World Europa to the Western Mediterranean. Education & Community (Energy): Grenada’s PURC wrapped up its 2026 Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students across parishes with lessons on renewable energy and water/electricity conservation. Arts & Literature: Dominican writer Zephrine Royer was shortlisted for the 2026 BCLF Elizabeth Nunez Award for “River Mouth.” Local Heritage (Carriacou): The Carriacou Museum is rebuilding with a target cost over EC$1 million to create a climate-resilient, modern facility. Travel Stays (Martinique): Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin offers a rare “transparent bubble” hotel experience with wellness and table d’hôte stays.

Marine Life & Research: Trinidad and Tobago PhD candidate Aimee Boisselle is using underwater acoustic recorders to study manatees’ soundscapes in Nariva, aiming to fill a long-standing data gap and support better conservation policies. Music & Culture (Caribbean): Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (Oct 23–25, 2026) is set to bring big names like NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles and Capleton, with Martinique’s Maurane Voyer among the regional lineup. Travel & Lifestyle (Martinique links): MSC Cruises’ Winter 2027/28 plans include MSC World Asia sailing from Fort-de-France, plus Caribbean-focused itineraries across the region, while MSC World Europa shifts to the Western Mediterranean. Community & Education: Grenada’s Nexa Credit Union handed out 135 CPEA grants (EC$300 each) to help families with back-to-school costs in Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Heritage & Resistance: A spotlight on Nellie Ebou’s early-1800s resistance on Mayreau, retold through historian Dr. Garrey Michael Dennie’s account. Back-to-School Aid (France & overseas): The back-to-school allowance is being paid Aug 18 to nearly three million families, including in Martinique, with amounts based on children’s ages. Unique Stays (Martinique): Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin offers just four transparent “bubble” rooms, blending breakfast, table d’hôte dining and wellness for a truly different island getaway.

Music & Identity: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) is back at Windsor Park Sports Stadium October 23–25, 2026, with tickets on sale now and hotels still available—headliners include NE-Yo, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton and Fridayy, plus Creole and regional acts such as Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Travel & Martinique Connections: MSC Cruises is reshuffling its Winter 2027/28 plans, redeploying MSC World Asia to the South Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France (Martinique) alongside Pointe-à-Pitre and Bridgetown, while MSC World Europa moves to the Western Mediterranean. Culture on Screen: Conch Shell International Film Fest (CSIFF26) announces 47 films from 14 countries for Oct 9–11 in New York, including Martinique entries, with passes now on sale. Community & Education: Nexa Credit Union distributed 2026 CPEA grants on 18 August—135 grants of $300 each to support back-to-school costs for students across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Heritage & Resistance: A new spotlight on Nellie Ebou recounts the early-1800s resistance of an enslaved woman from Mayreau, executed after attacking a planter with a hoe. Wellness Staycation Idea (Martinique): Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin offers just four transparent “bubble” rooms with breakfast, table d’hôte and wellness—an unusual way to slow down in the trees.

World Creole Music Festival: Dominica’s WCMF returns October 23–25, 2026 at Windsor Park Sports Stadium with a star-heavy lineup including NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton and Fridayy—plus regional acts like Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Cruise Travel: MSC Cruises is reshuffling its Winter 2027/28 plans, moving MSC World Asia to the South Caribbean with embarkation from Fort-de-France (Martinique) and adding stops across the Eastern Caribbean, while MSC World Europa heads to the Western Mediterranean. Education & Community: PURC wrapped up its 2026 Summer School Outreach, reaching 1,679 students across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique with lessons on renewable energy and water/electricity conservation. Back-to-School Aid: France’s back-to-school allowance is being paid to nearly three million families, including in Martinique, to help cover school costs for eligible children aged 6–18. Martinique Stay Idea: Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin is offering a standout lodging concept—sleeping in a transparent bubble surrounded by trees, with wellness and table d’hôte included. Culture & Film: CSIFF26 (Conch Shell International Film Fest) announces 47 films from 14 countries, with Martinique among the featured origins.

Cruise & Caribbean Travel: MSC Cruises is reshuffling its Winter 2027/28 plans, sending new flagship MSC World Asia to the South Caribbean with 7- and 14-night trips that can start from Fort-de-France (Martinique), plus stops across Saint Lucia, Grenada, St. Maarten, Antigua, St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica and more. Music & Culture: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) 2026 is set for Oct 23–25 at Windsor Park, with big names like Ne-Yo, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles and Haitian American singer Fridayy, alongside regional Creole acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Education & Community: PURC wrapped its 2026 Summer School Outreach, visiting 40 schools and reaching 1,679 students across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique with lessons on renewable energy and water/electricity conservation. Arts & Stories: The Caribbean Diaspora spotlight continues as Dominican writer Zephrine Royer is shortlisted for the BCLF Elizabeth Nunez Award for her story “River Mouth.” Local Heritage & Resilience: Carriacou’s museum rebuilding drive is underway, aiming for a climate-resilient new facility after Hurricane Beryl, with costs expected to top EC$1 million.

Cruise & Caribbean Routes: MSC Cruises is reshuffling winter 2027/28 plans, keeping MSC World Europa in the Western Mediterranean and sending MSC World Asia to the Southern Caribbean—with embarkations including Fort-de-France, Martinique, plus stops across Saint Lucia, Grenada, St. Maarten, Antigua, St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, and more. Music & Culture: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) returns Oct 23–25, 2026 at Windsor Park, with big international names like NE-YO, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton and Fridayy, alongside regional acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Community & Learning: Grenada’s PURC wrapped its 2026 Summer School Outreach, visiting 40 schools and reaching 1,679 students (including Carriacou and Petite Martinique) with lessons on renewable energy and water/electricity conservation. Back-to-School Support: France’s back-to-school allowance is being paid to nearly three million families, including in Martinique, to help cover school start-up costs. Martinique Staycation Buzz: Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin is offering a rare “transparent bubble” hotel experience—only four domes, each with its own vibe and wellness add-ons. Heritage & Memory: A spotlight on Nellie Ebou’s resistance in the early 1800s keeps a powerful local story of survival and revolt in view. Carriacou Museum Rebuild: Carriacou’s museum rebuilding project is set to cost over EC$1 million, aiming for a climate-resilient, modern space while preserving cultural heritage.

Cruise & Caribbean Travel: MSC Cruises is reshuffling winter 2027/28 plans, redeploying MSC World Asia to the Southern Caribbean with embarkations including Fort-de-France, while MSC World Europa heads to the Western Mediterranean. Music & Festival Buzz: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival (Oct 23–25, 2026) is set to bring big names like Ne-Yo, Machel Montano, Maxi Priest, Alkaline, Skillibeng, Uncle Waffles, Capleton and Fridayy—plus regional acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer—tickets already on sale. Local Education Support (Regional): Nexa Credit Union has distributed 135 CPEA grants (ECPE-style back-to-school help) across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Back-to-School Aid (France/Overseas): The back-to-school allowance is being paid to nearly three million low-income families in mainland France, Guadeloupe, French Guiana and Martinique, with amounts by age. Culture & Heritage: Carriacou Museum is launching a rebuild expected to cost over EC$1 million to create a climate-resilient, state-of-the-art museum. Martinique Stay Idea: Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin is offering a rare “transparent bubble” hotel experience in the trees, with wellness and table d’hôte included.

Back-to-School Support: France, Guadeloupe, French Guiana and Martinique are paying the 2026 back-to-school allowance to nearly three million low-income families, with amounts rising by age (about €426.87 to €466.02) to help cover supplies, clothing and school costs. Renewable Energy Education: Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique saw PURC’s biggest Summer School Outreach yet, reaching 1,679 students and 172 facilitators with hands-on lessons on renewable energy, energy efficiency and water/electricity conservation. Music & Culture Calendar: Dominica’s World Creole Music Festival returns Oct 23–25, 2026 at Windsor Park, with major international names plus regional acts including Martinique’s Maurane Voyer. Local Arts & Heritage: Carriacou Museum is launching a rebuilding push expected to cost over EC$1 million, aiming for a climate-resilient, tech-savvy space that preserves local history. Literary Spotlight: Dominican writer Zephrine Royer has been shortlisted for the 2026 BCLF Elizabeth Nunez Award for Writers in the Caribbean for “River Mouth.” Martinique Stay Idea: Le Domaine des Bulles in Le Vauclin is offering a standout lodging concept—four transparent “bubble” rooms in the trees, with breakfast and wellness included.