Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: The Prime Minister delivers an Inspiring Keynote Address at the Africa Investment Risk and Compliance Summit and; Saint Lucia attends the  UNESCO Ministerial Sports Conference.

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In an effort to broaden the agricultural database, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Rural Development is putting into action the St. Lucia Census of Agriculture and Fisheries (CAF).

Wards of the island's lone juvenile rehabilitative institution, The Boys Training Centre (BTC), have benefited from a transformative two-day Drug Awareness and Internet Safety Seminar to educate and empower young men about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

Sponsored by the Army's Gift to Saint Lucia Project, an affiliate of the Army Winehouse Foundation, the workshop underscored the critical importance of making informed and responsible decisions. Leanna Wallace, Acting BTC Manager, emphasized the workshop's significance, stating, "Most of the time, we are unaware of the long-term harm that even a small amount of rum or two puffs in a joint can do to our health. I hope that this training opens your eyes to the need to make responsible decisions when it comes to using drugs and alcohol."

By spreading awareness of drug abuse and internet addiction, the workshop aligns with the Army Winehouse Foundation's aim to reduce drug use among young people.

The Amy Winehouse Foundation is deeply rooted in the memory of Amy Winehouse, a gifted artist who loved Saint Lucia and tragically passed away at the age of 27 due to drug and alcohol abuse. Peta Cozier, Chair of Amy's Gift to Saint Lucia, highlighted the foundation's mission. "She had so much to live for, yet she swayed. It is so easy for someone to be led astray through drugs, alcohol, and cyberbullying as well. Therefore, it is important to push through music therapy, drug awareness, and internet awareness."

The Community Relations branch of the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force and the Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat made presentations that provided the boys with critical information about the hard facts of internet safety and drug abuse. The boys also expressed and reinforced the messages through interactive dramatizations and skits.

Dr. Charmaine Hippolyte Emmanuel, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment, advised the boys on the broader impacts of substance use. "Anything with a measure of alcohol is considered to be a substance. Taking in those things will alter the way you think and perceive things. As strong young men of tomorrow, we want to ensure you are physically and psychologically well."

Amy's Gift to Saint Lucia annually supports the BTC via its music programme, funding instruments, and a music instructor. The BTC plays a vital role in helping boys in conflict with the law become model citizens and reintegrate into society. This drug sensitization workshop is a testament to BTC's commitment to rehabilitating these young men successfully.

The Closing Ceremony was hosted on July 11, 2024, at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in Gros-Islet.

In the headlines: The Piton Management Area is declared an Environmental Protection Area and; An outstanding student of the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College is making waves within the field of robotics.

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In the headlines: Saint Lucia's Prime Minister has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to the organizers of Lucian Carnival 2024, and; 59 nationals have attained CVQ and NVQ certification through the Human Capital Resilience Project HCRP.

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In the headlines: The Minister for Tourism underlines the transformative role of modern marketing in implementing Saint Lucia as a top destination and; The Ministry of Equity gets set to implement the National Survey of Living Conditions and Household Budgetary Survey.

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In the headlines:: The Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip J. Pierre has undertaken an official visit to St. Vincent and the Grenadines to assess the impact of hurricane Beryl and; The 6th annual Physical Education Sports Conference is recently held at the Saint Lucia Sports Academy.

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Fifty nine Saint Lucians have been equipped with skills expected to elevate their professional output. 

Successfully completing training administered by the Ministry of Education’s National Enrichment and Learning Unit (NELU), their achievements were honored in a recent graduation ceremony. 

In the headlines:: The Prime Minister illustrates his support for a local artisan and; Dennery Segment goes to Dominica’s 24th World Creole Music Festival.

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