13th March 2024, Castries, St Lucia
The inaugural OECS Council of Ministers: Youth and Sports is poised to commence with its Opening Ceremony, inviting stakeholders and participants to engage in discussions aimed at advancing youth and sports development across the Eastern Caribbean region
In collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Development and Sports, Saint Lucia, the two-day meeting is scheduled to take place from March 13th to 14th, 2024. The esteemed gathering will be chaired by the Honourable Kenson Joel Casimir, Minister for Youth Development and Sports.
Event Details:
- What: Opening Ceremony of the Inaugural OECS Council of Ministers: Youth and Sports
- Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
- Time: 7:00 pm (AST)
- Location: Harbor Club Hotel, Saint Lucia
- Virtual Attendance: The event will also be accessible for virtual attendees via Facebook or Youtube.
The council meeting seeks to address critical issues concerning youth empowerment, sports development, and regional cooperation within the OECS member states. Key stakeholders, policymakers, and representatives from various sectors will convene to deliberate on strategies and initiatives aimed at fostering youth participation, enhancing sports infrastructure, and promoting regional collaboration in sports and youth-related activities.
This inaugural event signifies a significant step forward in advancing the youth and sports agenda within the OECS region, demonstrating a collective commitment to harnessing the potential of youth and leveraging sports as a catalyst for social and economic development.

For media inquiries and coverage of the Opening Ceremony, interested parties are encouraged to attend in person at the Harbor Club Hotel in Saint Lucia or join virtually via social media platforms.
Stay tuned for updates and highlights from the inaugural OECS Council of Ministers: Youth and Sports meeting as discussions unfold over the next two days.






