Enhancing Indoor Air Quality: A Collaborative Training Initiative for Healthier Workspaces In February, a group of professionals began a training program to enhance their expertise in Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), supported by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). The program ran through March, equipping participants with the knowledge to improve air quality in indoor spaces,
Antigua and Barbuda Represented at Green Climate Fund Regional Dialogue in St. Kitts and Nevis Antigua and Barbuda is participating in the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Regional Dialogue in Saint Kitts and Nevis (March 17-20, 2025), represented by Junior Minister Senator Michael Joseph, Permanent Secretary Ena Dalso-Henry, and Department of Environment officials Garth Simon and
IPCC Delegates Gather in Hangzhou to Review AR7 Drafts and Budget IPCC delegates are convening in Hangzhou, China (Feb 24-28, 2025) to review key elements of the Seventh Assessment Report (AR7), including draft outlines on climate science, impacts, adaptation, and mitigation. Antigua and Barbuda is represented by Arry Simon from the Department of Environment. Discussions
Minister of Health Congratulates Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis on Appointment as Medical Director Minister of Health, Sir Molwyn Joseph, congratulates Dr. Shivon Belle-Jarvis on her appointment as Medical Director at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. A distinguished pediatric consultant and public health advocate, Dr. Belle-Jarvis brings expertise, leadership, and a commitment to improving healthcare in Antigua
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Ceremony at Villa Seventh Day Adventist Church Minister of Health, Sir Molwyn Joseph, led the Cervical Cancer Taskforce ceremony at Villa Seventh Day Adventist Church, emphasizing prevention, early detection, and vaccination. Chief Medical Officer (Ag) Dr. Kamaria DeCastro, Deputy CMO Dr. Teri-Ann Joseph, and Task Force Head Dr. Cherie Tulloch attended.
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Congratulations, Dr. Desrie Marisa Southwell The Minister of Health, Sir Molwyn Joseph, along with the management and staff, extends heartfelt congratulations to Desrie Marisa Southwell, Principal Assistant Secretary at the Ministry on her remarkable academic achievement of earning a Doctor of Business Administration – Business Management degree in February 2025. Desrie also successfully obtained a
Climate Change Ambassador Ruleta Camacho Calls for Human Capital Investment in Green Economy Climate Change Ambassador Ruleta Camacho delivered a powerful keynote address on the theme “Human Capital Development for a Green Economy: A SIDS Perspective” at a high-level climate forum at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Her speech underscored the critical role of investing in
Climate Change Ambassador Ruleta Camacho Represents Antigua and Barbuda at COP29 Ministerial Meeting in Baku Climate Change Ambassador Ruleta Camacho represented Antigua and Barbuda at the Second High-Level Ministerial Meeting for Culture-Based Climate Action during COP29, held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event convened global leaders and advocates to discuss the pivotal role of culture in
DOE Director, Diann Black-Layne participates in Adaptation Fund event detailing programmes being implemented in Antigua and Barbuda The Director of the Department of Environment, Diann Black-Layne, proudly represented Antigua and Barbuda at an adaptation event hosted by the Adaptation Fund during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event provided a platform for global discussions on innovative