Protected Areas Update: Dominica is revising management plans for Morne Trois Pitons and Morne Diablotin, with a nine-month process and a national consultation to align conservation, watershed protection, biodiversity, and tourism needs. Climate-Resilient Housing: Government begins “Welcome Home” handovers for 215 hurricane-resilient homes and apartment units across nine communities, starting with 11 families in Canefield East on Sept 4. Climate Justice Grants: Six Caribbean civil society groups received small grants to push grassroots climate justice, including climate litigation, documenting hurricane impacts, and supporting women in agriculture and fisheries. Biodiversity & Sovereignty Debate: An open letter urges Dominicans to revisit Bird Island (Isla de Aves) maritime claims and historical interests, as Venezuela controls the island and the issue could affect surrounding waters. Regional Inclusion Push: A UN campaign launched across the Caribbean to break barriers for people with disabilities in employment, backed by a Disability Inclusive Employer pledge. Local Agriculture Recognition: Two young Dominican farmers earned regional honours—Ephraim Elijah Roberts (OECS Young Farmer Award) and Dywany St. John (CARICOM Young Farmer of the Year 2026). Governance & Health: Finance Minister Dr. Irving McIntyre highlighted continued investment in primary healthcare while commissioning the Nurses’ Parillon and Peter Health Centre.