The Saint Lucia National Youth Council has officially launched Youth Month 2026, unveiling a series of activities aimed at empowering, educating, and celebrating young people across Saint Lucia.
Held under the theme “Jénès en Aksyon: Learning, Leading, and Thriving,” the month-long observance will feature events organized by youth groups and community organizations nationwide.
SLNYC President Bernelle St. Rose highlighted the extensive effort behind the initiative, crediting young people and youth leaders for bringing the programme to life.
“This month’s activities were tirelessly prepared by our young people, our youth workers, and our district youth and sports councils,” St. Rose said. “They put a lot of effort into this month, and we encourage you to participate and support.”
She also expressed gratitude to key partners, including the government, for their continued backing.
“Thank you to the Ministry of Youth Development and Sports. Thank you to the Honourable Kenson Casimir for supporting us from day one,” she stated. “We look forward to your support as well as that of young people as we build bridges between gaps of opportunity.”
Minister for Youth Development and Sports, Kenson Casimir, commended the organizers for the quality and impact of the launch activities.
“It was very well put together and very well organized,” Casimir said. “Prayer and worship is something that we need more of in this nation, considering some of the challenges we face in Saint Lucia and indeed the world right now.”
He also praised contributors who engaged directly with young people during the launch.
“I want to commend the NYC for doing this very well, and those who participated. Kiethlin Caroo did very well in her presentation, encouraging young people to take up their space in the global format,” he noted.
Casimir further urged young people to take advantage of existing opportunities being created through government initiatives.
“Taking advantage of what the Government of Saint Lucia is doing in terms of the economy, including the MSME Loan Grant, some of the sporting clubs and organizations, and what we have established in semi-professional football and cricket, is important,” he said.
Youth Month 2026 is expected to bring together young people from across the island through a range of activities designed to foster leadership, development, and national engagement.