CHARLESTOWN, NEVIS — The Nevis Disaster Management Department (NDMD) officially concluded its annual Summer Safety Camp on Friday, August 21, 2026, with a celebration and graduation ceremony held at the Malcolm Guishard Recreational Park.
The camp, which began on August 10 at the Charles L. Walters Community Centre, provided 75 young participants between the ages of 5 and 16 with an engaging and educational program focused on safety, preparedness, and community resilience.
Camp Highlights
Throughout the two-week program, participants took part in a range of interactive activities designed to equip them with practical knowledge and life-saving skills. The curriculum included:
Disaster preparedness drills
First Aid and CPR training
Fire safety exercises
Nature hikes
Educational field trips
Creative arts and crafts
The activities were designed to promote awareness, preparedness, teamwork, and personal responsibility while giving participants an enjoyable and meaningful summer experience.
Key Partners and Sponsors
The success of the Summer Safety Camp was made possible through the collaboration and support of several government agencies, community organizations, and private-sector partners, including:
St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services
Royal Saint Christopher and Nevis Police Force
Ministry of Tourism
St. Kitts and Nevis Red Cross
Bank of Nevis Limited
Bolder Group
Nevis Island Administration
The NDMD expressed its sincere appreciation to all partners, sponsors, volunteers, staff members, parents, and campers whose contributions helped make the program a success.
Through continued youth-focused initiatives such as the Summer Safety Camp, the Nevis Disaster Management Department remains committed to strengthening community resilience, promoting a culture of preparedness, and empowering young people to help build a safer and more sustainable Nevis.
