Ministry Purpose: Preserve Cayman's Past, Strengthen its Future.

The Ministry of Youth, Sports & Heritage (MYSH) is the curator of the Cayman Islands customs and legacy while progressing and elevating sport and youth activities, programmes and policies. Their aim is to ensure the history and traditions of the Cayman Islands is remembered and shared throughout generations; while encouraging and supporting the development and implementation of sports for all; and the advancement of youth directed agendas and policies to guarantee positive outcomes for our future. The Ministry understands the importance of developing dynamic youth and well-rounded athletes who are afforded the opportunities for physical, emotional and mental well-being to ensure success in the local, regional and international arenas. The Ministry engages a collaborative approach in all of its efforts, understanding the significance of stakeholder involvement for optimum success in participation, implementation and service delivery in the Cayman Islands.

The Ministry applauds the accomplishments of its existing talents including Cayman's artists, athletes and young people. Moreover, the MYSH endeavors to ensure the identification and development of Cayman's people; increase access to and in world class sporting events; empower its youth and bring greater awareness to the country's culture and heritage.

Organisation & Functions

• Protect and conserve Cayman's heritage
• Recognise and celebrate Cayman's culture
• Connect the Islands' peoples intergenerationally and document these connections
• Encourage and support national festivals and parades
• Develop strategies and opportunities to empower the country's youth
• Support the artistic and athletic talent of the country's youth
• Provide opportunities for athletic development from youth through adulthood
• Develop national standards for focus sports
• Manage, maintain and develop internationally recognised sporting facilities

Services

Grants

The Ministry of Youth, Sports & Heritage provides grants to organisations aligned with the Ministry’s objectives and goals of its related areas. Grants are issued based on associated guidelines, priorities and expectations. Applicants are invited to submit their proposals for consideration of a one-time grant or an annual grant.

Complete the requirements by referring to the checklists in the publications section and submit all documents to YSCH-grants@gov.ky.

Learn how to apply.

Personnel

Hon. Isaac Rankine, JP, MP, Minister for Social Development & Innovation and Minister for Youth, Sports, Culture & Heritage

Mrs. Julie Hunter, JP, MP, Parliamentary Secretary responsible for Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure; Education & Training; Culture and Heritage

Teresa Echenique, Cert. Hon Chief Officer

Melissa Whorms Acting Assistant Chief Officer

Dalton Watler-Lyons Deputy Chief Officer (Sports)

Joan West-Dacres, Cert. Hon. Deputy Chief Officer (Ministry Operations)

Kurt Hyde Director of Sports

Mellony Bryan-Waugh Head of Youth Service Unit

Yvonne Evans Human Resources Manager