A Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Awareness Campaign campaign now underway in Dominica promises to equip Dominicans with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly. In a move aimed at securing Dominica’s digital future, the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica officially launched the campaign on Thursday, August 28, 2025. It is designed to protect citizens, businesses, and institutions from the growing risks of cybercrime, the initiative
The campaign—developed in partnership with the OECS Commission, CARICOM IMPACS, and the World Bank Group—forms part of Dominica’s broader commitment under the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project. It aims to strengthen national resilience, promote safe online practices, and foster a culture of digital literacy across all sectors of society.
Held at the St. Alphonsus Parish Hall, the launch event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders including government officials, law enforcement, educators, private sector leaders, and civil society representatives. The programme places special emphasis on reaching youth, entrepreneurs, and vulnerable groups, who are often most at risk in the digital space.
In his remarks, Minister for Public Works, Public Utilities and the Digital Economy, Fidel Grant,underscored the urgency of the campaign.
“Cybersecurity is not just about technology—it’s about awareness, education, and personal responsibility,” he stated. “We must work together to build a digitally secure Dominica.”
The campaign will roll out a series of impactful activities aimed at fostering digital safety and awareness across Dominica. These include workshops and school outreach programmes designed to educate both students and teachers on cybersecurity best practices. To further amplify its message, the initiative will feature public service announcements and active engagement across social media platforms. Additionally, community forums and the widespread distribution of educational materials will ensure that citizens island-wide are informed, empowered, and equipped to navigate the digital landscape securely.
Key objectives include:
- Enhancing public understanding of cybersecurity in daily life.
- Teaching individuals and organizations how to safeguard sensitive data.
- Building resilience against threats like online fraud, identity theft, and ransomware.
- Promoting responsible online behavior and digital literacy.
As Dominica continues to expand its digital economy and online services, this campaign serves as a vital safeguard—ensuring that every citizen is prepared to protect their personal information and contribute to a safer digital environment.
The Ministry of Public Works, Public Utilities and Digital Economy reaffirmed its commitment to an inclusive, secure, and sustainable digital future. Citizens are encouraged to actively participate in the campaign’s activities and stay informed.
For more information, contact the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project – Project Implementation Unit at 266-3840 or email [email protected].
@ SMH, I don’t need your lecture. I have a mind of my own and I am free to express my opinion. No I am not losing my mind or obsessed with politics. You are free to accept what you want and say what you want. Do you know how many international fraudsters that have broken our ATM’S here in Dominica and stole our money? Do you know how many international fraudsters and criminals with our cbi passport that have committed crime here, including murder,? So please hold your lecture for yourself and according to PM Skerrit” it’s not your damn business ” what I say and I will not even quote you the three Go to hell of PM Skerrit
This Evil government has brought all kinds of evil on our land in their quest for corrupt CBI riches and we as a country are very vulnerable and weak to defend ourselves against them. I wouldn’t be surprised that it’s their own people that doing this to us
Bro some of you are so obsessed with politics that you’re losing your minds. Cyber threats are a risk EVERYWHERE . People getting scammed, hacked, have their identity stolen etc every single day. It’s probably as big of a problem today than traditional petty crime like theft and will most likely be even bigger in the future as more and more people get connected to the internet and more things go digital.
I’m not a big fan of the government but I will commend them on taking this problem seriously and doing something about it. Knowledge is a big factor in the fight against cyber threats. So many people fall victims to obvious scams simply because they are ignorant of how they work or that they even exist