We are at a pivotal moment in global digital history. Technologies such as AI, quantum computing, 5G, IoT, and blockchain are no longer futuristic—they are shaping our present.
The Hon. Dickon Mitchell, Prime Minister of Grenada, wants the Region to collaborate boldly, innovate fearlessly, and act accountably to take advantage of the digital revolution, and accelerate regional integration.
Prime Minister Mitchell, Chair of CARICOM, and lead Head of Government with responsibility for Science and Technology in the CARICOM Quasi Cabinet, made the call while delivering the keynote address at the Connected Caribbean Summit in Miami, Florida, 10 December.
Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have endorsed a strategy that will guide how the Region navigates the digital landscape.
In the face of the widening digital gender gap, Dr. Carla Barnett, CARICOM Secretary-General has called for a redoubling of efforts to champion digital gender equality initiatives in the Region. She also recommended a reinforced determination to amplify the voices of women and girls in the ICT sector.
Greetings on International Girls in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Day 2024.
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will celebrate International Girls in ICT Day this year with a hybrid event on 25 April 2024, that will be anchored at the CARICOM Secretariat in Georgetown, Guyana.
The CARICOM Digital Skills Task Force will begin a series of public virtual Consultations from 7 July to 30 August 2022, from 2pm – 4pm Eastern Standard time, via Zoom.
The Consultations aim to garner perspectives, views, and suggestions about developing a robust digital skills programme for all CARICOM citizens.
As the pandemic’s unyielding grip on the globe continues, concerns are being raised about its impact on students whose learning has been interrupted for almost two years.
Wednesday, 15 September 2021
9:30am – 10:30 am
Interlude
CARICOM Song
OPENING SESSION
Welcome
Chair: Ms. Jennifer Britton
Deputy Programme Manager
ICT for Development, CARICOM Secretariat
A virtual link up for ALL Caribbean Youth.
Have you ever wondered what you would you do with a 3D model of yourself? Or perhaps whether the world can be accident-free because of self-driving cars? With the introduction of online classes across the world, have you considered if schools will need classrooms in the future?
Whether you see your future in technology, the arts, business or law, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will soon affect every aspect of your life.