St Kitts Department of Youth Empowerment

📢 PAYMENT INCREASE NOTICE 📢

Parents and Guardians,

Please be advised that the registration fee for Summer Residential Camp 43 will increase from $150 to $175 after Friday, 19th June 2026.

✅ Register and pay by Friday, 19th June 2026 to secure the current fee of $150.

Don't miss out on two weeks of fun, learning, adventure, and personal development!

📅 Camp Dates: 12th – 26th July 2026
📍 Venue: Beach Allen Primary School
👧🧒 Ages: 8–16 years

For more information:
📞 467-1393 / 662-6054
📧 [email protected]

Happy Friday !

The Department of Youth Empowerment hosts its annual Fun Day with the children from Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School. We look forward to having them for a fun filled day with activities from Lucid SKN.

Summer is right around the corner!!

Have you secured your spot for our Summer Residential Camp??

Registration is still open using the link below. Payments can be made in installments until the full fee is paid.

The Department of Youth Empowerment presents Summer Residential Camp 43, where fun meets learning, leadership, and adventure! 💫

From outdoor adventures to arts & crafts, sports, water fun, and cooking — your child will build skills, make friends, and create lifelong memories. 🙌🏽

📅 July 12–26, 2026
📍 Beach Allen Primary School
👧🏽🧒🏽 Ages 8–16

REGISTRATION

You are required to submit a copy of the child's/ward's Birth Certificate and a Passport size photo via email to [email protected] OR you can drop them off at our office on the 3rd Floor Cable Building, Cayon Street, Basseterre

PAYMENTS

Camp Fees of $150 are due on or before Friday 19th June 2026. After this date the fee will increase to $175.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait — register today using the link below :

https://forms.office.com/r/nS7DrNCaN2?origin=lprLink

The Department of Youth Empowerment extends sincere condolences to the family, friends, teammates, and loved ones of Shervin King.

Shervin was recognized as one of the Department’s 2021 25 Most Remarkable Teens under the category of Sports, a reflection of his dedication, talent, and positive impact. His contribution and presence will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

During this difficult time, we keep his family and loved ones in our thoughts and prayers. May they find strength, comfort, and peace in the memories shared.

🕊️🕊️🕊️

Shervin King:

Category: Sports-Football

Following in the footsteps of his father, Shervin is passionate about football. He thanks his father for introducing him to the sport at a very young age. Over the years, Shervin has developed an impressive list of accolades in football. He devotes a significant amount of his time towards becoming a better footballer. In primary school, Shervin was the captain of his school’s football team. When he joined the Washington Archibald High School, Shervin was later named the captain of his school’s U-14 team. His tenure as captain was successful as his team won the championship for that year. Shervin’s accomplishments in the sport include being named the "Best High School Male Football Player of the Year" in 2019. Similarly, he etched his name into St. Kitts and Nevis football history when he became the first person to be named Most Valuable Player for the St. Kitts-Nevis Football Association Under 15 and Under 17 Youth Football Leagues. During the 2020 U-15 St. Kitts Nevis Football Association tournament, Shervin scored a whopping 32 goals
which enabled him to secure the title of Most Valuable Player (MVP). Shervin displays an undying love for the sport and aspires to be a professional footballer. Judging from his success so far, Shervin is well on his way to accomplish this goal.
Evidently, there is no stopping Shervin’s athletic prowess. He credits his success to his strong support system consisting of his family, more specifically, his parents. Shervin’s coach describes him as a high-spirited and self-motivated individual who believes that academics, as well as extracurricular activities are key to personal development. His mother constantly reminds him that academics are important as such Shervin strikes the perfect balance between academic excellence and athletic prowess. For Shervin, failure is never an option. He recalls oftentimes returning home after practice feeling tired and unmotivated. However, he never used it as an excuse to rest, instead completed his homework and assignments. To Shervin’s disappointment, sometimes he often has to sacrifice his football practices to complete his assignments. Although he never likes having to make a choice, he knows that it is necessary if he wants to continue to maintain his standing as a top student. At the Washington Archibald High School, Shervin consistently earns a spot on the Honour Roll and Principal’s List. He is guided by the saying, "Balance is not something you find, it is something you create." Shervin King was born to be great and thus continues to strive to reach the stars. It is just a matter of time before Shervin’s name is added to the list of successful professional footballers
from St. Kitts and Nevis. Until then, Shervin’s name is proudly added to the roster as one of St. Kitts and Nevis’ Most Remarkable Teens.

🌍📚 Calling All CARICOM Youth Ambassadors (CYAs)! 🎶✍🏽📖

CYA’s of Saint Lucia is proud to launch a regional initiative : “Our Voices, Our Region” 🇱🇨🌴

We’re encouraging CYAs across the Caribbean to spread the word and invite young people in your countries to contribute their creativity and talent!

✨ Youth ages 10–29 can submit in 4 categories:
• Stories
• Poetry
• Song Lyrics
• Spoken Word / Creative Writing

🏆 Top selections from each category will be featured in a special regional book showcasing the voices of Caribbean youth.

📖 The book will be officially launched at the 51st CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting in Saint Lucia in July 2026 🇱🇨

🎁 Prizes are also to be won!

📅 Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026

📲 Youth can scan the QR code on the flyer for more information and submission details.

Let’s unite our region through creativity, culture, and youth expression. 💙💛❤️

🇦🇬🇧🇸🇧🇧🇧🇿🇩🇲🇬🇩🇻🇨🇬🇾🇭🇹🇯🇲🇲🇸🇰🇳🇸🇷🇹🇹🇹🇨

Adopt an Elder - Mothers Day Edition

On Friday, the Department visited two elders attached to our Adopt an Elder initiative to show them love and appreciation for Mother’s Day.

Ms. Lorna Brown and Mother Belle (not pictured) received small tokens of our love and affection as a reminder that they are valued, appreciated, and never forgotten.

The Department remains committed to spreading kindness, strengthening community connections, and honoring the mothers and matriarchs who have paved the way for us all.

CAST YOUR VOTE!
Youth Podcast Name Competition

The Department of Youth Empowerment invites YOU to choose the official name of our new youth podcast!

🎧 Option 1: Mic’d Up Youth
🎧 Option 2: Unmute the Youth
🎧 Option 3: The SKN Pulse
🎧 Option 4: Plugged in 869
🎧 Option 5: Youth Unfiltered

🗳️ Your voice matters—help shape the future of youth conversation in St. Kitts and Nevis.

📅 Voting closes: 6th June 2026
🔗 Vote here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/FJKZrjsHgq?origin=lprLink

MAKE YOUR VOICE COUNT!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

After-School Program

The Department of Youth Empowerment is seeking dedicated and passionate volunteers to support our After-School Program.

Make a Difference!

Help us create a positive and supportive space for young people through:
✨ Homework assistance
✨ Guided study sessions
✨ Mentorship & encouragement
✨ Academic skill building

Days & Locations

📍 Mondays: Sandy Point Anglican Church Hall
📍 Tuesdays: Ottleys-Lodge Community Center
📍 Wednesdays: St. Paul’s Community Center
📍 Thursdays & Fridays: Old Road Community Center

🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Who Can Volunteer?

✔️ Responsible and reliable individuals
✔️ Passionate about youth development
✔️ Willing to give back to the community

Get Involved Today!

📞 Contact: 467-1393 / 662-6054
📧 Email: [email protected]

Register using the link below:
https://forms.office.com/r/JczrA2sgKP?origin=lprLink

Be the difference in a child’s life!

After School Program has started!

The first session kicked off yesterday in the Lodge - Ottleys Community Center. This program is geared to assist the youth with their homework and also provides extra activities. Officers will be moving around to different communities to make a greater impact for our youth. Please see flyer for the days and locations for each session

Serving with purpose, giving with heart 💙

The Department of Youth Empowerment staff, along with Home Care Officer Supervisor Ms. Andria Caines, stepped into the community to lend support, share kindness, and remind our elderly that no one stands alone. 💙

We extend sincere thanks to Chipeen Volunteer Center - St. Kitts and Nevis for donating the care packages distributed.

The Department remains committed to being present in our communities, continuing to bridge the gap between generations.