The  Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) commemorates its 44th anniversary on June 18, 2025. The OECS  calls on nationals to reflect on a shared journey of resilience, transformation, and progress under the theme “Adapting, Innovating, Sustaining: A Unified OECS for a Changing World.”

According to an OECS issued press release, this year’s celebrations pay tribute to a region that continues to evolve with strength and purpose in the face of global challenges. All twelve member states will celebrate in a vibrant expression of solidarity, showcasing innovation, and celebrating the enduring spirit of OECS integration. This year’s activities will be headlined in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, focusing on the OECS Free Movement of Persons Regime with support from the International Organization of Migration (IOM) Caribbean Office and the OECS Regional Integration Through Growth Harmonisation and Technology (RIGHT) Programme (funded by the 11th European Development Fund).

The OECS Commission and IOM Caribbean Office hope to draw a refreshing glance into migration opportunities, the benefits of free movement, and contingent rights within the OECS with the 44th anniversary activities. Regional telecommunications provider, FLOW, has also added support for the OECS 44th anniversary and Free Movement of Persons Regime, with a special SMS campaign which will run in Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Among the celebratory highlights was the OECS Thanksgiving Service on June 11, which took place at the Benedictine Mount of Prayer in Coubaril, Saint Lucia. Also down on the anniversary activities are a special engagement for the schools entitled “OECS in the Classrom” where students learn more about regional integration; the unveiling of the OECS Economic Union Billboard on June 13 in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; and a fun walk which also takes place in St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

The OECS Commission will also launch an official chatbot via the OECS website to provide 24/7 support, handle common queries, and provide personalized interactions, in an effort to enhance information accessibility.

The official OECS 44th Anniversary webpage, available in both English and French, features full details of scheduled events and opportunities for community participation. Citizens are encouraged to stay connected  as the OECS celebrates 44 years since the signing of the Treaty of Basseterre.