The programme for Anguilla National Youth Week 2026 was unveiled at an official launch ahead of the celebration scheduled for 25 September to 3 October.
Held at Savi Beach Club on Meads Bay on 12 August to mark International Youth Day, the event brought together young people, community stakeholders, media and partners.
It showcased some of the creativity and talent of Anguilla’s youth through music, dance, steel pan and cultural performances.
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The launch, hosted by the Department of Youth and Culture and the National Youth Week Planning Committee, concluded with a press conference.
Organisers outlined the activities for Anguilla National Youth Week 2026 which will be held under the theme, ‘Youth rising: Igniting change for a sustainable Anguilla’.
It will begin with an inaugural national youth rally and gospel concert on 25 September, and will follow with the youth olympics on 26 September and a youth fellowship church service on 27 September.
An annual youth development conference will take place on 28 September, conversations with officials on 29 September, and open mic with national youth ambassadors on 30 September.
A round table discussion with Governor Julia Crouch will be followed by a sitting of the Anguilla Youth Parliament and a swearing in ceremony as well as a business exposure event on 1 October.
The National Youth Awards ceremony will be held on 2 October, and the week will conclude on 3 October with the closing event.
Watch the press conference in full below:
