Government of Saint Lucia

Targeted effort to build resilient communities through the empowerment of young people in the Eastern Caribbean birthed the IGNITE - Learning Business by Doing Business Project. 

Forty - eight Saint Lucians completed their first steps in a journey guided by the programme. 

In the headlines:: The Ministry of Agriculture responds] to the devastation left in the agriculture industry by Hurricane Beryl as thorough assessments and support measures are implemented.

For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc 

The Ministry of Agriculture responds] to the devastation left in the agriculture industry by Hurricane Beryl as thorough assessments and support measures are implemented.

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Youth Resilience, Inclusion, and Empowerment (Y-RIE) program, in collaboration with the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment has launched the Community Reentry Program (C-REP) to address the critical gap in cross-agency support for the rehabilitation and reintegration of adult offenders into the Saint Lucian society while recognizing the essential role of community involvement for its success.

Launched on June 21, 2024, via the Saint Lucia Social Development Fund (SSDF), a satellite agency of the Ministry of Equity, the program will engage government officials, community leaders, and stakeholders to support a pivotal turning point in promoting second chances.

In the headlines:: Saint Lucia's Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre, provides a preliminary assessment of the impact of Hurricane Beryl on the island, and; Tourism Minister, Hon. Ernest Hilaire expresses satisfaction with visitor feedback of Saint Lucia's hosting of the T20 Cricket World Cup.

For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc 

In the headlines:: Minister for Tourism Investment, Creative Industries, Culture and Information gives a comprehensive update on the tourism sector in Saint Lucia and; The critical role of small businesses to the local economy is being highlighted here.

For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc 

In the headlines: Over 500 local businesses participate in a labour market needs assessment survey and; An Additional nine Community Wellness Centres now offer. Performance-Based Financing (PBF) Services.

For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc 

The year 1854 saw the Sisters of St. Joseph of Cluny open up the doors to the St. Joseph's Convent, establishing a brand which would become synonymous with excellence displayed by male and female students.

Nearly two centuries later, the final sister to be an active member of staff in a previously unbroken line of religious sisters in service at the institution, is entering retirement. 

In the headlines: Saint Lucia recognizes Public Service Day and; A labor market needs assessment is set to advance technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in the region.

For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

The Central Statistical Office is collaborating with the World Bank Human Capital Resilience Project on a Labour Market Needs Assessment Survey. The results from this survey are expected to identify the skills gap on the island and provide recommendations to policymakers to address the labor market requirements.