This is more than an event—it’s a platform to:

• Present your innovation to a regional audience
• Gain visibility for your ideas and solutions
• Connect with Caribbean leaders, peers, and stakeholders
• Contribute to the region’s sustainable development

Whether you're still in school or already building something impactful, this is your stage.

The Youth Innovation Hub is designed for young innovators under 35 based in The Bahamas, including:

• Students with big, bold ideas
• Entrepreneurs building products or services
• Creatives using their craft to drive change
• Researchers turning insights into real-world solutions
• Community leaders making an impact on the ground

We are seeking solutions that address critical Caribbean priorities, including:

• Climate Resilience
• Digital Transformation
• Entrepreneurship & Livelihoods
• Community Safety
• Social Innovation
• Creative Industries

If your idea touches any of these areas, you belong here!

Choose a presentation format that suits your innovation:

• Exhibition booth or display table
• Live demonstration
• Digital showcase
• Pitch presentation

There’s a format for every type of innovator.

To participate, submit the following to cdbyouth@caribank.org: 

• Letter of Interest (max 1 page): Your story, innovation, and impact
• Headshot Photo
• Promotional Materials (photos, videos, flyers, etc.)
• Short Bio (max 1 page)

• May 27, 2026 – Application Deadline (3:00 PM EDT)
• May 29, 2026 – Selection Notification
• May 31, 2026 – Briefing & Hub Setup (6:00–9:00 PM EDT)
• June 1–2, 2026 – Youth FIRE Forum Event

The Caribbean is watching. This is your opportunity to bring your ideas to life and help shape the region’s future.

👉 Apply today: cdbyouth@caribank.org