More than 100 young people in Grenada are better equipped to understand their legal rights, responsibilities and the justice system after taking part in a Youth Symposium hosted by the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) in partnership with the Justice Education Society (JES).
According to a Justice Education Society press release, the symposium was held under the Judicial Strengthening for the Eastern Caribbean (JES-EC) Project, which is funded by the Government of Canada.
The organization shared that the initiative will continue with events in Dominica as well as St Vincent and the Grenadines at a future date.
Reportedly, the event brought together participants from Grenada, along with virtual attendees from across the Eastern Caribbean, for a day of practical learning and discussion with judges, legal professionals, law enforcement officers and community leaders.
Participants explored a range of topics that affect young people, including the role of the courts, entrepreneurship and business law, estate planning and property rights, mediation and conflict resolution, cyberbullying, community policing, gender-based violence and making positive life choices.
One of the highlights of the symposium was the opportunity for participants to engage directly with members of the judiciary and other justice sector professionals, asking questions, sharing their perspectives and gaining practical knowledge to help them make informed decisions and become active citizens.
The Grenada event builds on the inaugural Youth Symposium held in Saint Lucia in 2025 and forms part of the JES-EC Project’s broader Public Legal Education and Information (PLEI) programme, with aims to strengthen legal literacy, improve access to justice and empower young people throughout the Eastern Caribbean.
‘At JES, we are proud to work alongside the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, with the support of the Government of Canada, to improve access to justice and equip the next generation with the knowledge and confidence to shape more just, inclusive and resilient communities,” stated organizers.
