AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSperm Whale Reserve: Dominica’s newly formed Sperm Whale Reserve Board has started stakeholder talks, meeting watersports operators to share its mandate and push for shared responsibility—aiming to protect a globally significant whale population while supporting sustainable marine livelihoods. Community-Based Tourism: OECS tourism officials met in Saint Lucia to strengthen community-based tourism policies, using EU-funded support to help member states put local communities at the centre of planning and benefits—an approach that ties culture and natural assets to resilient local economies. Kalinago Tourism Skills: Sixteen residents of the Kalinago Territory graduated as certified tour guides after a UNDP-supported programme, coordinated with the Kalinago Council and Dominica State College, boosting indigenous tourism and community resilience. Marine Conservation Awareness: Dominica’s Soufriere Scotts Head Marine Reserve Day highlighted marine protection through school outreach, radio programmes and public awareness activities. Health & Environment Link: Dr. Velda Wade warned that cancer cases in Dominica are “alarming,” urging prevention and community action. Disaster Readiness (Regional): A CARICOM-backed “anticipatory action” model is set to release funds to fisherfolk before hurricanes hit, shifting support from response to preparedness.
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