The Honourable Michael Joseph currently serves as Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda, effective May 5, 2026.

Minister Joseph brings a strong background in public health and humanitarian leadership. He is a registered pharmacist in Antigua and Barbuda, holding a Diploma in Pharmacy from Antigua State College and a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of the West Indies. He also holds a Master of Business Administration in Risk Management at the University of Cumbria.

He has extensive experience within the global humanitarian movement, having served as President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies from 2015 to 2020, and as an elected member of its Governing Board from 2017 to 2020. His work has focused on health advocacy, community resilience, and youth engagement at national, regional, and international levels.

Minister Joseph is a recipient of multiple national and international awards, including the Queen Elizabeth Point of Light Award for volunteerism. He is also an alumnus of the International Visitor Leadership Program and a co-author of the global publication We Have a Dream.

In his ministerial capacity, he is committed to strengthening health systems, advancing public health outcomes, promoting environmental sustainability, and enhancing the effectiveness of the public service in Antigua and Barbuda.