Tourism & Culture Spotlight: Dominica’s Tourism Awareness Month 2026 was launched with a push for wellness tourism and upgrades to key sites, as visitor arrivals rose 15% in 2025 and stayover numbers climbed about 10% to March 31, 2026. Music & Awards: Nominations are now open for the 2026 Golden Drum Awards, Dominica’s top national honour for cultural excellence, with categories for long-term contributors and special recognition. Community & Youth: Creole HeartBeat and Visit Nature DA will host a 100+ Young Men’s Development Forum (June 17–18) focused on sports, mentorship, leadership, education, wellness, and self-development. Education: Over 700 students will sit the 2026 Grade Six National Assessment (May 28–29) across 62 centres, with paper-based exams in Language Arts/Social Sciences/Composition and then Mathematics plus Science & Technology. Elderly Access: The Dominica Council on Aging is urging elderly-friendly building designs, calling for consultation before development and highlighting barriers like stairs and lack of railings/elevators. Regional Integration: CARICOM data presented at a border summit says free movement isn’t causing mass migration waves, with Dominica reporting only five moves under the regime. Global Culture Buzz: IShowSpeed shared his Dominica adventure online, highlighting Kalinago culture, local music, and the island’s “Nature Isle” landscapes.