Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to host 10th OECS Council of Ministers meeting

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines will host the 10th Meeting of the OECS Council of Ministers on Human and Social Development from October 7–8, 2026. The meeting will focus on the theme, “Advancing Social Protection in the OECS: Policy, Practice and Learning.”

As the incoming Chair of the Council, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines aims to use the forum to share national experiences regarding social inclusion, community development, and resilience-building. The gathering will bring together ministers and senior officials from across the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States to strengthen regional cooperation and develop more responsive social protection systems for vulnerable populations.