The King’s Baton relay.
St Helena is getting ready for the King’s Baton relay with a series of events planned from 10th to 13th April 2026. This is the official countdown to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, uniting the island in a celebration of sport and community spirit. What is the King’s Baton? The Baton is a powerful […]
A Gift of Christmas: Community urged to support the growing need.
Human Rights Commission’s Christmas Tree initiative returns to the Arts and Crafts Centre as numbers rise. The familiar Christmas tree is back in the window of the St. Helena Arts and Crafts Centre in the Canister, and it carries the hopes of many children and families on St Helena. The tree is the heart of […]
5 Chatty Mynah Birds the St Helena Inspired book out now.
A new St Helenian-inspired children’s book has been released, the book, entitled “5 Chatty Mynah Birds,” is a playful, rhythmic counting book written and illustrated by Emma-Jane Richards (née Yon). Originally created as a lullaby for her daughter, Emma-Jane says the book began as a fun way to talk about St Helena with her daughter, […]
MindingMyMind.sh: A new chapter for youth mental health on St Helena
April 2025 marked a meaningful leap forward for mental health support on St Helena with the launch of www.mindingmymind.sh. This dedicated online space was created to support the mental well-being of teenagers and young people on St Helena. The website is a collaborative effort, stemming from the St Helena Resilience and Well-being Study (STRAWS), a PhD […]
The St Helena Youth Parliament (SHYP) Explained
The St Helena Youth Parliament (SHYP) serves as the voice of St Helena’s youth,. The Parliament leads the way for ensuring that the voices of young people are heard and that any issues affecting them are addressed. SHYP acts as a unified body representing young Saints, focusing on providing feedback to Ministers, Councillors, and organisations […]