Government of Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is benefiting from a US-AID project aimed at addressing the high rates of crime and violence in the Eastern and Southern Caribbean region.

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In the headlines: Debtors and Creditors will soon benefit from insolvency legislation and; the Community After School Programme is actively engaging parents in the social development of their children.

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In the headlines: The Honourable Minister Shawn Edward speaks to creativity and innovation and; the Blue Economy of the Caribbean promises economic growth.

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St. Lucia and the world continue to build resilience following the devastation caused to the individual health systems by the Coronavirus of 2019.

With assistance from the Caribbean Development Bank, the island hosted participants from countries within the region, for a 2-day Capacity Building and Resilience workshop.

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Health officials have expressed satisfaction with the progress made on the reconstruction of the La Ressource Wellness Centre.

The facility was decommissioned after a mysterious fire, leaving the community to access care at the Richfond Facility.

Health officials are looking forward to the recommissioning, which they say will bring much needed care to the constituency.

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The National Competitiveness and Productivity Council is at the forefront of the Insolvency legislation reform project. This crucial piece of legislation aims to establish a robust legal framework safeguarding individuals and businesses facing economic adversity, ensuring they receive the necessary protection amidst financial challenges. The anticipated outcomes include a notable decrease in non-performing loans held by financial institutions.

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In the headlines: BELfund has Spearheaded Efforts to Reduce Unemployment & Empower Entrepreneurs in Saint Lucia and; The winners of this years Island Champs are rewarded for their efforts. 

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Saint Lucia is privileged to collaborate with the Caribbean Public Health Agency to host the 68th Annual Health Research Conference under the theme Violence in the Caribbean: “A Public Health Crisis” from Thursday 25-Saturday 27 April, 2024 at The Royalton.

This conference is the largest health research conference in the English speaking Caribbean. It facilitates and promotes the communication and sharing of research and science among health related professionals and policy makers. It also facilitates the development of collaborations among researchers and health related stakeholders.

The Ministry of Health works to strengthen the research culture locally and ensure evidenced based decision making. This provides an excellent opportunity to build capacity among our local health professionals.

We urge all health professionals to register and participate in this relevant research conference from 25-27 April, 2024 at The Royalton.

We also invite you to attend the town hall meeting which will be held on Wednesday 24th April from 6-8pm at the Financial Center, Pointe Seraphine. The theme for this town hall meeting is “Violence and the Youth.” Come listen and share information, be part of the discussion on the strategies to reduce the impact of crime and violence on the youth. Let your voices be heard.

Further information and details on the Health Research Conference can be obtained on the CARPHA website and Ministry of Health Facebook page.

In the headlines: The Ministry of Agriculture endeavors to propel the beekeeping sector to greater Heights and; Saint Lucia can look forward to a restored and rehabilitated George Odlum National Stadium.

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Export Saint Lucia successfully conducted a pivotal component of its Exporter Capacity Enhancement Learning Program (EXCELP), focusing on social media marketing. The session, facilitated by key members of the Export Saint Lucia team, saw the participation of over 80 individuals virtually, from both the private and public sectors, including business owners, public relations professionals, and government representatives.

The workshop, held on Wednesday, March 27th, delved into seven key pillars essential for mastering social media marketing. Participants were engaged in topics ranging from an introduction to social media, building a robust online presence, content creation and curation, to audience engagement strategies, social media advertising, analytics and measurements, and emerging trends in social media.

At the conclusion of the session, successful participants were awarded certificates acknowledging their participation and commitment to enhancing their social media marketing skills. Additionally, each participant received a comprehensive social media handbook, providing valuable insights and strategies to further their digital marketing endeavors.

Hon. Emma Hippolyte, Minister for Commerce under which Export Saint Lucia falls remarked that “In order for Saint Lucia to compete on the global stage, social and traditional media marketing cannot be ignored. In this age where the brick and mortar business place has given way to the information superhighway, anyone, any business which cannot be found there or does not effectively use that media will soon be lagging behind. It is wonderful to see the foresight of Export Saint Lucia and the enthusiasm of the attendees of that workshop.”  

Commenting on the success of the workshop, Ms. Sunita Daniel, CEO of Export Saint Lucia, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "We are thrilled to see the overwhelming response to our EXCELP program, particularly in the realm of social media marketing. In today's digital age, a strong online presence is paramount for businesses to thrive, and we are committed to equipping our local entrepreneurs with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in the global market."

Export Saint Lucia remains dedicated to fostering the growth and development of Saint Lucian businesses, empowering them to excel in both local and international markets.