Reaffirming the right to freedom of expression and public speech, CARICOM Heads have nevertheless strongly condemned lyrics that denigrate women and promote violence.
CARICOM Heads of Government met in caucus in Guyana on 27th February, 2024 to discuss the “prevailing dire state of crime, violence, and public safety amongst its Member States”.
According to a statement at the end of their summit, CARICOM Heads strongly condemned the development, presence, tolerance, or acceptance of violent, anti-social music and social media content that denigrate women and encourage or promote or support the use of violence, guns, and other anti-social behaviour, particularly targeted to Youth.