Safeguarding & Public Health: ABSA says its Safe from Harm Representative Joseph Prosper will attend a regional child and youth protection workshop in Panama (July 17–19), aiming to strengthen safeguarding practices across Caribbean scouting. Carnival Clean Streets & Mosquito Control: NSWMA and the Central Board of Health launch a pre-Carnival clean-up in St. John’s, running nightly (11pm–4am) with drain cleaning, debris removal, vegetation management, and fogging/disinfecting to cut mosquito risks. Health Education at the Clinic: CBH staff at Villa Poly Clinic deliver practical guidance on pest prevention, safe food handling, chemical storage, hygiene, and mosquito prevention. Pesticide & Environmental Health Watch: A new FAO-linked ranking highlights pesticide use intensity concerns in the region, with Saint Lucia cited as sixth globally—raising questions about long-term public and environmental health impacts. Regional Policy & Finance: Parliament passes bills on managing abandoned bank deposits/unclaimed property and approves a US$10 airport charge increase to support regional aviation funding and infrastructure. Community Funding: Sandals Foundation opens 2027 grant applications (up to US$80,000) for Caribbean projects including environmental conservation and disaster preparedness.