Ministry of Industry Innovation Science and Technology

19/01/2026

This month, we've been bringing science to life in classrooms across Barbados through the 2025 MIST Science & Technology Roadshow!

Organised in partnership with the Ministry of Educational Transformation, the roadshow gives young Barbadians direct exposure to the wonders of science through practical, engaging activities, as they explore scientific concepts beyond their regular curriculum.

During the launch at the Grantley Adams Memorial School earlier this month, Senator The Hon. Jonathan Reid, Minister of Innovation, Industry, Science and Technology, highlighted the importance of sparking curiosity in the next generation through real-world scientific exploration.

09/01/2026

Ready to launch your ICT career?

MIST is recruiting emerging ICT professionals to support technology initiatives across Government. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and professional growth.

➡️ Visit the link to apply!
https://tinyurl.com/4xvk2w6t

02/04/2025

Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology, Senator Jonathan Reid, encouraged students participating in the Ministry’s Secondary Schools Science and Technology Speak-Off Competition to be innovative and creative, and not to be afraid to experiment or fail in their endeavours.

https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/coleridge-parry-school-wins-mists-speak-off-competition/

21/03/2025

THE SCHOOL COMPETITION SEASON CONTINUES!

It’s been confirmed that eight schools will compete for the Ministry of Innovation, Industry, Science, and Technology Speak-Off Challenge trophy. The reigning champions, The St. Michael School, are back to defend their title. They will face challenges from:

- The Princess Margaret Secondary School
- The Lodge School
- Harrison College
- The Alleyne School
Additionally, we have three schools competing for the first time:
- The Ellerslie School
- Bridgetown Seventh-Day Adventist School
- Coleridge and Parry School

FANS AND ALUMNI, SHOW YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT! Come out to support your school and watch Barbados' brightest young minds discuss the future of Science, Technology, and Innovation at the Ministry of Innovation, Industry, Science, and Technology
secondary schools speak off competition! **
Monday, March 31 at 9:30 am
at The Courtenay Blackman Grande Salle, Central Bank, Bridgetown.

21/03/2025

It's not too late to make your mark! If you're passionate about science and have a message to share, gather your team and register for the MIST Science and Technology Speak-Off Competition. Check out the details on the poster below! 🤨

21/03/2025

10/02/2025

The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner recently hosted a "Privacy Governance Risk and Compliance" workshop in partnership with the Barbados Association of Compliance Professionals (BACP), whose members come from the Financial, Banking and Insurance sectors. Their counterparts in the public sector were also in attendance. The session was held at Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Conference Centre. The Data Protection Commissioner, Ms. Lisa Greaves, kept the audience on their toes while she introduced them to the principles of Data protection, developing a Privacy Framework and establishing Data Governance. The Commissioner also gave insight into the components of data privacy compliance.

19/11/2024