Independence & Culture: Dominica has unveiled its 48th Independence calendar under “Our Journey, Our Legacy, Our Future,” kicking off with National Days of Prayer and Thanksgiving (Sept 19–20) and featuring an opening walkthrough parade, “Voyage Kilty,” at the Botanic Gardens (Sept 26). Health & Social Policy: The State House will glow purple Sept 18–21 for World Alzheimer’s Day, led by the Dominica Dementia Foundation and the Office of the President, marking the group’s 10th anniversary and spotlighting dementia caregivers and families. Youth & Mental Wellness: CARICOM Youth Ambassadors in Dominica are pushing for stronger focus on young people’s physical and mental well-being, calling for early identification, reduced stigma, and more accessible mental health services. Climate Risk for Children: A UNICEF-commissioned study warns there’s “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children, with more than nine in 10 projected to face at least three climate hazards by mid-century, raising pressure on schools and health facilities. Regional Diplomacy: OECS congratulated St Kitts and Nevis on Independence 43, while OECS also coordinated border-control training in St Lucia to support a unified external border and customs union. Foreign Relations: India’s PM Modi publicly thanked Dominica’s PM Roosevelt Skerrit for birthday wishes, underscoring continued India–Dominica friendship. Housing: Government handed over 16 new climate-resilient homes in Woodford Hill, with titles expected to follow.