Gender & Mental Health: The Directorate of Gender Affairs is set to host its “Man in the Mirror” Men’s Forum on Aug. 12, bringing men and boys together to talk openly about violence, mental wellness, stigma, relationships and help-seeking, with community leaders, legal experts and counsellors expected to share practical tools. HIV Prevention: The AIDS Secretariat is offering free, confidential late-night HIV testing from Aug. 17–20 (2 p.m.–7 p.m.) at Long and Temple Streets, encouraging residents to “know your status” after Carnival. Marine Conservation: Antigua and Barbuda’s queen conch closed season remains in effect until Aug. 31, with harvesting, sale and possession illegal during the breeding period. CHOGM Security: “Exercise Resilience,” a multi-agency CHOGM security drill, runs Aug. 10 (12 noon–8 p.m.) around English Harbour venues, with possible road closures and restricted access. Climate & Health: PAHO warns El Niño could raise risks for dengue, malaria and waterborne diseases, alongside heat and air-quality impacts. Hurricane Outlook: NOAA keeps a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season outlook, citing strengthening El Niño conditions. Community Protection: A National Child Protection Town Hall is planned for Aug. 25 (6:30 p.m.) to mobilise families and communities around safer environments for children. Sustainable Waste: A local push asks what it would look like if Carnival waste management shifted toward recycling at the source.