ROSEAU, Dominica, CMC – Education ministers from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) are set to begin a two-day meeting here on Thursday aimed at advancing the goals outlined in the OECS Education Sector Strategy (OESS) 2012–2026.
Developed in response to the unique needs of Small Island Developing States (SIDS), the OESS provides a roadmap for harmonised and impactful education reform across member states of the sub-regional grouping.
According to a statement issued ahead of the two-day event, the meeting will “facilitate robust dialogue and knowledge exchange on shared priorities, including inclusive education, quality learning outcomes, and system-wide reform”.
It was stated that ministers from the nine-member grouping will also engage with development partners and regional agencies to deepen collaboration on education initiatives, and that the Council of Ministers: Education (COM: Edu) meeting will serve as a pivotal platform for advancing the regional education agenda.
The meeting will also seek to advance the transformation of education systems across the OECS by aligning member state efforts with the strategic priorities of the OESS, emphasising the modernisation of the primary curriculum, strengthening early grade assessment systems, expanding equitable access to quality early childhood education (ECE), deepening inclusive education practices, and cultivating innovation and future-ready skills for all learners.
It will also seek to accelerate and sustain the OECS Digital Learning Ecosystem through coordinated action to expand digital infrastructure, improve access to devices and connectivity, integrate high-quality digital content and platforms, and strengthen educator and learner digital competencies to enhance equity and resilience in teaching and learning.
Dominica’s Minister for Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, Octavia Alfred, will assume the role of Chair of the OECS Council of Ministers.
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