The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security

05/06/2026

✅ IMPACS INSIGHTS, Volume 8 – Now Available!

This latest edition of IMPACS Insights highlights the continued efforts and strategic initiatives of The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security in advancing regional security cooperation.

Volume #8 showcases impactful collaborations and key achievements across the , reflecting a strong and sustained commitment to strengthening security systems and partnerships.

Access the full issue and more here: https://www.caricomimpacs.org/newsletters

CARICOM: Caribbean Community

05/06/2026

The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security, in partnership with the UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, recently conducted a regional training initiative to strengthen transparency, ethics, and due diligence at key Caribbean border points.

Held from 25–28 May 2026 under UNODC’s Passenger and Cargo Control Programme (PCCP) and supported by the Government of Canada, the workshop brought together border officials from across the Region to enhance operational integrity and cooperation in customs, immigration, and law enforcement.

The training equipped participants with practical tools to identify corruption risks, improve reporting mechanisms, and strengthen institutional resilience against illicit trafficking and organised crime. By fostering collaboration and building a network of border professionals, the initiative reinforces a unified regional approach to safeguarding trade, travel, and security.

To read more, click here: https://www.caricomimpacs.org/articles/caricom-impacs-and-unodc-fortify-caribbean-border-integrity

CARICOM: Caribbean Community

05/06/2026

CARICOM: Caribbean Community Member States used a United Nations forum to highlight illicit fi****ms trafficking as a major threat to Caribbean security and development, urging stronger regional and international cooperation.

The discussion, held on 1 June 2026 during an official side event during the Ninth Biennial Meeting of States on the UN Programme of Action on Small Arms and Light Weapons ( ), brought attention to the impact of illegal arms on crime, stability, and sustainable development across the Region.

Leaders emphasised practical action, stronger partnerships, and support for The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security in driving implementation. They concluded with a call for continued global collaboration, stressing that tackling gun trafficking is a shared responsibility.

To read more, click here: https://www.caricomimpacs.org/articles/caribbean-countries-tackle-gun-trafficking-at-un-bms9-side-event

United Nations Caribbean

29/05/2026

The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs ( ), has strengthened Antigua and Barbuda’s crime-fighting capacity through the delivery of advanced fi****ms identification technology to the Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda.

Unveiled on 27 May 2026, the new systems—including a Bullet Catcher and IBIS BRASSTAX—enable local processing of ballistic evidence, accelerating investigations and reducing reliance on overseas laboratories.

This initiative supports regional efforts to decentralise forensic capabilities, enhance intelligence-led policing, and improve cross-border data sharing to combat transnational crime. Officials remarked that the technology will significantly enhance investigative efficiency, strengthen public safety, and mark a major step forward in modernising law enforcement capabilities.

Read more: https://www.caricomimpacs.org/articles/rpfab-to-boost-gun-crime-investigations-with-new-forensic-equipment

CARICOM: Caribbean Community

28/05/2026

Happening Now LIVE; Register and Join In.

🚨 Cyber Brown Bag: Phishing Frenzy – Don’t Take the Bait! 🚨

Phishing remains one of the most common and dangerous cyber threats worldwide—targeting people, not just systems. As our workplaces and daily lives become more digitally connected, attackers are increasingly using deceptive emails, messages, and online tactics to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.

Join The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security for an engaging and insightful Cyber Brown Bag session designed to help you stay one step ahead of these threats. This interactive webinar will equip you with practical knowledge and real-world strategies to recognize, resist, and respond to phishing attempts effectively.

🗓 Date: 28 May 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 NOON (Trinidad & Tobago, Eastern Caribbean, Guyana)

💡 What you’ll learn:
✔ What phishing is and how it works
✔ How to spot common warning signs and red flags
✔ The mindset and tactics of cyber attackers
✔ Simple, practical steps to protect yourself
✔ How to respond to and report suspicious activity

This session is part of our ongoing commitment to mutual security through partnership, helping individuals and organizations build stronger cyber awareness and resilience.

👉 Reserve your spot today:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8kaWn7FuStqIkd3J5cijsA #/registration

🎯 Don’t get hooked—learn how to protect yourself and your organization.

CARICOM: Caribbean Community

26/05/2026

26/05/2026

🎉🇬🇾 Happy Independence Guyana! 🇬🇾🎉

Today, The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security joins the people of in celebrating 60 years of independence and honouring the strength and spirit of this great nation.

Guyana stands proud, defined by its vibrant natural beauty, from lush rainforests and rich wildlife to majestic rivers and extraordinary biodiversity. Shaped by a dynamic blend of cultures, its heritage has enriched the region with bold, flavourful cuisine, unique traditions, and a rich, diverse identity.

As we mark this milestone, we celebrate a people whose resilience continues to inspire, and we pay tribute to those who have helped shape Guyana into the nation it is today. As the home of the CARICOM: Caribbean Community secretariat and a longstanding contributor to regional integration, Guyana’s legacy of unity, growth, and partnership remains a source of pride across the Caribbean.

Here’s to the people, the pride, and the promise of Guyana 🇬🇾.

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

🚨 Cyber Brown Bag: Phishing Frenzy – Don’t Take the Bait! 🚨

Phishing remains one of the most common and dangerous cyber threats worldwide—targeting people, not just systems. As our workplaces and daily lives become more digitally connected, attackers are increasingly using deceptive emails, messages, and online tactics to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.

Join The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security for an engaging and insightful Cyber Brown Bag session designed to help you stay one step ahead of these threats. This interactive webinar will equip you with practical knowledge and real-world strategies to recognize, resist, and respond to phishing attempts effectively.

🗓 Date: 28 May 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 NOON (Trinidad & Tobago, Eastern Caribbean, Guyana)

💡 What you’ll learn:
✔ What phishing is and how it works
✔ How to spot common warning signs and red flags
✔ The mindset and tactics of cyber attackers
✔ Simple, practical steps to protect yourself
✔ How to respond to and report suspicious activity

This session is part of our ongoing commitment to mutual security through partnership, helping individuals and organizations build stronger cyber awareness and resilience.

👉 Reserve your spot today:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8kaWn7FuStqIkd3J5cijsA #/registration

🎯 Don’t get hooked—learn how to protect yourself and your organization.

CARICOM: Caribbean Community

18/05/2026

🔐 The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) and Crime Stoppers for the Caribbean, Bermuda and Latin America (CBLA Crime Stoppers Foundation) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen regional cooperation in crime prevention, intelligence coordination and citizen participation across the Caribbean Region.

🤝 The agreement was signed on 12 May 2026 in Paramaribo, Suriname, during the Annual Conference of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP).

🌎 The partnership establishes a framework for secure information-sharing and anonymous reporting mechanisms aimed at supporting regional security efforts while respecting national sovereignty and legal frameworks.

🚨 The collaboration will support efforts to combat:
• Drug trafficking
• Arms trafficking
• Human trafficking
• Money laundering
• Gang-related violence
• Cyber-enabled crime
• Other forms of transnational organised crime

🛡️ CARICOM IMPACS Executive Director, Lt. Col. Michael Jones, described the partnership as “a significant step forward in our regional security architecture,” noting that stronger regional coordination and citizen participation are essential in addressing evolving security threats.

💬 Crime Stoppers Regional Director/CEO, Mr. Alejo Campos, also underscored the importance of trusted partnerships, secure intelligence-sharing and public cooperation in protecting Caribbean communities.

🔗Click the link to read the full story ➡️ https://caricom.org/caricom-impacs-and-cbla-crime-stoppers-foundation-formalise-alliance-for-a-safer-caribbean/