St. Kitts-Nevis National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention Secretariat

21/07/2026

🌟 EVERY CHOICE MATTERS! 🌟

The St. Kitts National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention recently engaged campers ages 5–13 in an exciting Drug Prevention Session filled with fun, games, creative activities, team challenges, and meaningful discussions. 🎉🧠

Our young participants explored healthy habits, positive decision-making, confidence, resilience, and the importance of saying “NO” to harmful substances. 🚫✨

From creating ❤️ Healthy Heart Cut-Outs to sharing thoughtful ideas and participating in team activities, the campers showed us that learning about healthy, drug-free living can be both educational and fun! 🙌🏽

A special thank you to Drug Prevention Officer Ms. Ishelle Huggins for facilitating this impactful session and to Camp AWE Coordinator Ms. Gedene Fyfield for the invitation. 💚

Together, we’re inspiring a generation to choose health, hope, and positive futures! 🌈✨

20/07/2026

🔥🚒 Big or Small, Fire Safety for All! 🚒🔥

The St. Kitts National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention was pleased to partner with the St Kitts-Nevis Fire & Rescue Services - Sknfrs during their Summer Camp under the theme: “Help Us to Help You: Fire Safety Is What We Do.”

With the assistance of our Executive Officer Mrs. Doyling, Drug Prevention Officer Ms. Ishelle Huggins led campers through an engaging session that showed how fire safety and drug prevention share an important message: the choices we make matter. 💡

Through games, discussions, and the “Seeds of Greatness” activity, campers explored how healthy habits, strong values, education, family support, and positive choices help them grow into responsible, resilient, and empowered citizens. 🌱✨

From learning how to make safe decisions to understanding the importance of resisting peer pressure and protecting themselves and others, the campers were reminded that small positive choices today can lead to a safer, healthier tomorrow. 💚

A heartfelt thank you to the St Kitts-Nevis Fire & Rescue Services - Sknfrs for allowing us to be part of such an impactful programme. Together, we continue planting the seeds for a stronger, safer, and healthier future. 🙌🏽

20/07/2026

🌱✨ Grounded in Faith. Growing in Strength. Choosing a Drug-Free Life. ✨🌱

The St. Kitts National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention was delighted to participate in this year’s camp at Ebenezer-Estridge Moravian Church, under the inspiring theme “Grounded in Faith.” 🙏🏽💛

Drug Prevention Officer Ms. Ishelle Huggins led an engaging session where campers explored how faith, strong values, and healthy choices help build a positive, drug-free life. 🌟

Through activities like the Build Your Faith Tree, Faith Junior Hero Challenge, group discussions, creative crafts, and interactive games, campers learned about courage, kindness, honesty, self-control, teamwork, and resilience. 🦸🏽‍♀️🦸🏽‍♂️🌳

The biggest lesson? True heroes choose what is right—even when it’s difficult. 💪🏽✨

Together, we continue empowering our young people to grow in faith, confidence, and healthy decision-making. 💚

14/07/2026

You're Invited: The Church and Drugs

Whether you're a parent, youth leader, church member, educator, or simply someone who cares about the well-being of our community, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Join the Brown Hill Wesleyan Holiness Church for an important community discussion featuring Mrs. Karimu Byron Caines, Director of the St. Kitts-Nevis National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention Secretariat.

📅 Thursday, July 16, 2026
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 Brown Hill Wesleyan Holiness Church, Nevis

Together, we can strengthen our communities through awareness, prevention, and meaningful dialogue.

07/07/2026

Lead the Charge: Stay Sharp, Remain Sober 💪🏽🇰🇳

On 6 June, our Drug Misuse Intervention Officer, Ms. Nigenda Walters facilitated a substance use awareness session with members of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, including personnel from the St Kitts Nevis Coast Guard.

Guided by the theme "Lead the Charge: Stay Sharp, Remain Sober," the session explored the importance of recognising substance misuse as a potential challenge, particularly when faced with the pressures and demands of military service.

Through engaging discussions and interactive scenario-based activities, participants explored how unhealthy coping behaviours can affect personal well-being, judgement, teamwork and operational readiness. They also learned to recognise the warning signs, make informed decisions and develop healthier ways to manage the demands of service while upholding the discipline, responsibility and resilience that define military life.

A sincere thank you to the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force for partnering with us and making this session possible. Your commitment to the well-being and readiness of your personnel demonstrates the importance of investing in prevention, education and resilience.

Together, we're building stronger individuals, stronger teams and a stronger nation—one informed choice at a time.

26/06/2026

🌍 Today, we stand with the world in observing the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.🚭🥃💊

This year's theme, "World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses," reminds us that while the challenges continue to evolve, so can our response.

Every conversation that educates, every act of kindness that uplifts, and every opportunity we create for our young people helps build stronger families and safer communities.

Together, let's continue choosing hope over harm, support over stigma, and unity over silence. 💚💛❤️

A healthier, brighter future for St. Kitts and Nevis starts with all of us.

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25/06/2026

🔥🎶 The music, the energy, and the memories begin tonight at the St. Kitts Music Festival!

Party drugs can be unpredictable. What you think you're taking may not be what you're getting.

Stay alert. Look out for your crew. Get help if something doesn't feel or look right.

🚫 No colour. No taste. No warning.

Great nights start with smart choices.

24/06/2026

What an incredible experience at Green Expo 2026! 🌿💚

Our team was proud to participate as a vendor, engaging with community members of all ages on the importance of protecting our environment by protecting our health and future.

The booth was filled with fun and meaningful interactions through interactive games, engaging discussions, and educational resources that encouraged healthy, drug-free lifestyles and environmental responsibility. It was inspiring to connect with so many individuals who stopped by to learn, participate, and share in the conversation.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited our booth, played along, asked questions, and supported our mission. Together, we're building healthier people, stronger communities, and a greener future for St. Kitts and Nevis.

Swipe through to see some highlights from an amazing day! 📸💚🌍

23/06/2026

🎶 The St. Kitts Music Festival is heating up! 🔥

As we gear up for unforgettable music and vibes, remember: the only thing that should be getting mixed is the playlist. 🎧😉

Stay hydrated, know your limits, keep an eye on your crew, and make choices that help you enjoy every encore.

Whether you're in the front row, the back row, or somewhere between the food court and the dance floor, let's keep the vibes high, the risks low, and the memories crystal clear.

Dance hard. Party smart. 🎤✨

21/06/2026