One of the most anticipated community-focused youth events in Antigua and Barbuda, the annual Hon. E.P. Chet Greene Summer Camp, has opened its doors to welcome more than 200 children from across the country. The summer camp, named in honor of the prominent Antiguan politician who currently serves as the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, and Immigration, has become a beloved seasonal tradition that combines learning, recreation, and community building for young residents. Unlike traditional academic programs, the camp is designed to provide a safe, engaging space for children aged 6 to 16 to explore new interests, build meaningful social connections with peers from different neighborhoods, and stay active during the extended summer school break. Camp organizers have put together a diverse schedule of activities that caters to a wide range of interests, including outdoor sports like soccer and volleyball, creative arts and crafts workshops, introductory STEM sessions that introduce young participants to basic coding and robotics, and life skills training focused on topics like financial literacy and personal safety. Local community leaders, volunteer educators, and youth development workers have partnered to staff the camp, with many donating their time to ensure the program remains accessible to children from all socioeconomic backgrounds. In a opening address to campers and their families, representatives of the ministry highlighted that the camp aligns with the government’s broader youth development goals, which prioritize expanding opportunities for young people to grow and thrive outside of the formal classroom setting. Many parents have expressed appreciation for the program, noting that it provides a affordable, supervised option for children while many working parents remain on the job during the summer months. Camp officials confirmed that the 2024 session will run for four weeks, concluding with a closing ceremony that will showcase camper projects and award certificates of participation to all attendees.