Government Of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: Prime Minister Honorable Philip J. Pierre addresses the lingering impact of slavery and; 44 St.Lucian students head to Taiwan on full scholarships. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Several faith-based organizations receive government subventions and; access to Reduit Beach is restricted to facilitate construction works. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Dozens of Saint Lucian students have been awarded international scholarships, unlocking opportunities for higher education in Taiwan. The latest round of awards reflects deepening ties and continued investment in Saint Lucia's human capital.

Dozens of Saint Lucian students have been awarded international scholarships, unlocking opportunities for higher education in Taiwan. The latest round of awards reflects deepening ties and continued investment in Saint Lucia's human capital.

​The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs joins the rest of the region in commemorating World Breastfeeding Week from August 1 to 7 under the theme “Prioritizing Breastfeeding in the Caribbean: Towards Sustainable Support Systems.”

In the headlines: A month-long emancipation celebration will showcase Saint Lucia's rich history, and; government representatives engage in migration data and statistics training. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

This week: 1️⃣OECS signs MoU with engineering and energy firms 2️⃣OECS Leverages Drone Imagery Technology in Saint Lucia 3️⃣OECS Boxing Championship officially launches with Press Conference  

Public Health Officers within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs recently got the opportunity to participate in a one-day workshop on Advanced Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) and Social and Behaviour Change (SBC). The workshop was aimed at building the capacity of participants to plan, evaluate and implement risk communication strategies before and during a disaster or public health emergency. At the end of the workshop, participants are expected to be better able to utilize the tools and strategies to influence health-related behaviors and improve health outcomes. 

In the headlines: The Ministry of Health moves to improve primary health care delivery and; newly selected Chevening scholars celebrated before their departure to the United Kingdom. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Cabinet creates a post of Director of Mental Health to fill a health gap and; an environmental project is launched to restore lands in the South. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Saint Lucia is leading the charge in reshaping primary education across the region. With the launch of a new OECS-wide curriculum, teachers are being trained to deliver lessons that reflect modern standards, regional identity, and real-world skills.

The Government of Saint Lucia through funding from the Health System Strengthening Project and the OECS Regional Health Project has committed to undertaking significant infrastructural developments at various health facilities around the island. This initiative is expected to play a part in modernizing the primary health care system and also improve the delivery of health services to the public. Some of the infrastructural improvements include rehabilitative works on the Fond Assau, Vanard, Babonneau, La Fargue and Richfond Wellness Centres. In the coming months, rehabilitative works are expected on the Mon Repos Wellness Centre and Dennery Hospital. The Ministry of Health is still committed to redevelopment plans for the Ciceron and La Croix Maingot Wellness Centres. 

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs has taken initiative to build the capacity of health professionals and senior officers in the ministry on mental health care and support following the recent launch of Mental Health Action Gap Training Programme. The training programme is aimed at providing participants with the knowledge and tools to better detect, manage and refer individuals living with mental health conditions within the workplace and the wider community. 

In the headlines: A hydroponics facility at Union paves the way for modern farming techniques and; a former education minister lauds government's policy of one university graduate per household. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: A crop insurance for banana farmers is officially established and; Saint Lucian teachers get development training ahead of the new academic year. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Saint Lucia's Ministry of Education has taken proactive steps to support teachers. A series of summer workshops led by CAMDU aim to sharpen skills and introduce new curriculum tools ahead of the academic year.

Here's what we look at in this week's exciting episode:

In the headlines: Government secures $45 million to strengthen Saint Lucia's fisheries sector and the Ministry of Health donates life-saving equipment to the Millennium Heights Medical Complex. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs through the support of the Health System Strengthening Project (HSSP) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) made a donation of biomedical equipment to the Millennium Heights Medical Complex which is expected to enhance patient care at the hospital. The biomedical equipment donated included ECG machines, nebulizers, suction machines, defibrillators and ICU patient monitors to name a few. 

The Environmental Health Division within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs are taking steps to combat vector-borne diseases in country by launching its vector awareness campaign under the theme, "Stop the Spread. Controlling vectors starts with you." The public are encouraged to play their part in controlling vectors and safeguarding the health of the nation by engaging in activities. Some of the activities to be undertaken under the vector awareness campaign this year are road shows in communities, drum covering workshops, educational sessions, summer camps and targeted surveillance and simulation exercises. 

In the headlines: Prime Minister Honorable Philip J. Pierre confident in the police's ability to tackle crime and; the Saint Lucia government extends a VAT moratorium on building materials. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In Saint Lucia, math anxiety is being met with action. A two-week camp just concluded targeted at students who struggle with the subject, offering them new tools and renewed confidence.

In the headlines: The Ministry of Agriculture applauds the historic signing of the FISHAdapt Agreement; and the Ministry of Health hosts a Hypertension workshop in Dennery. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Taiwan increases the number of scholarships offered to Saint Lucian students and; contracts have been awarded to two local contractors for rehabilitation works on Babonneau and Fond Assau Wellness Centres. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In a small handover ceremony, the Republic of China (Taiwan) donated mobility and support equipment to assist persons with disabilities. The equipment is expected to enhance the daily lives of individuals in terms of mobility. The donation included wheelchairs, commode chairs, walkers and aluminum canes. The donation of the mobility and support equipment was well received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Crime Prevention and Persons with Disabilities and the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment. 

Residents of the communities of Dennery, La Ressource and Richfond recently benefited from a Hypertension Workshop which was aimed at empowering them to control blood pressure, maintain a healthy lifestyle and ensure physical activity. The Ministry of Health is hopeful that this initiative will play a great part in improving health outcomes of clients and the management of the disease. 

In the headlines: The Saint Lucia Government to invest $1 million to establish a farmer's insurance scheme and; the Ministry of Equity spearheads the formation of a national faith-based association. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Ministry of Agriculture partners in an effort to revitalize the cocoa industry and; the Saint Lucia Employers Federation prioritizes employee wellness. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment continues to advance its commitment to inclusive national development with the convening of a high-level consultation focused on the formation of a national Faith-Based Association.  The session, held recently at the Ministry's Conference Room, brought together representatives from over ten religious denominations from across Saint Lucia, all unified in their desire to strengthen collaboration and community outreach efforts through a cohesive and representative body. This consultation marks a pivotal step following the National Faith-Based Symposium held in April, where religious leaders collectively advocated for a broader, more inclusive association to work alongside existing faith bodies such as the Christian Council.

Saint Lucia has taken another step toward strengthening its national innovation framework.  A recent stakeholder engagement brought together representatives from key sectors to help shape the direction of a regional project aimed at advancing skills development and economic growth.

In the headlines: The Minister for Crime Prevention addresses the issue of gun violence and; national stakeholders partner to implement a road safety campaign. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

For Education Minister Hon. Shawn Edward, this year's graduation at Aux Lyons Combined School was more than a formal occasion; it was personal.  Standing before the children of his former students, he bore witness to the quiet power of Education to shape lives across generations.

As we prepare for Carnival season, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs note the importance of highlighting measures to reduce the possible negative health implications. People can stay healthy by doing the following: getting adequate sleep, staying hydrated, protecting themselves from the sun and mosquitoes, practicing safe sex and avoiding dark isolated places when attending events, etc. 

In the headlines: An amendment to the Administration of Small Succession Bill passes in Parliament and; community Wellness Centers across the island received major upgrades as the Government of Saint Lucia continues its thrust to improve health care. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Saint Lucia's Prime Minister provides details of discussions held between the OECS heads of government and the President of Nigeria and; Saint Lucia's health care system is on a path to improvement as new services and incentives are introduced. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

The Saint Lucia Employers' Federation is leading the charge for healthier, more productive workplaces. At a recent breakfast meeting, the Federation urged employers to make employee wellness a top priority. With non-communicable diseases on the rise and health-related costs mounting, Executive Director Cornelia Jn Baptiste says the message is clear: a healthier workforce drives stronger businesses, and now is the time for employers to take action.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs offers health screening services to farmers of Monchy and Babonneau to ensure timely intervention and improved overall well-being. This activity was held on the grounds of the Balata Rubis Service Station.

In the headlines: The Minister for Labour serves as a mediator in a St.Jude's Hospital labour dispute, and the government extends the moratorium on VAT on building materials for yet another year. For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

Nineteen educators and school administrators have marked a significant milestone in Saint Lucia's education sector, completing a six-month training initiative, under the Advancing Caribbean Teachers in Mathematics Project.

Saint Lucia has taken a crucial step to strengthen its ability to detect early and respond to potential public health threats by launching the National Event-Based Surveillance System. This system is designed to incorporate an unstructured way of identifying and assessing reports of potential public health threats through channels such as the community and social media platforms. Saint Lucia has taken a crucial step to strengthen its ability to detect early and respond to potential public health threats by launching the National Event-Based Surveillance System. This system is designed to incorporate an unstructured way of identifying and assessing reports of potential public health threats through channels such as the community and social media platforms. 

In the headlines: Nigeria's President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, outlines his vision for bilateral co-operation; and the removal of government-imposed taxes on food items aims to ease economic pressure on the nation's most vulnerable.  For details on these stories and more, visit: www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The government of Saint Lucia has awarded contracts for the renovation of two wellness centers and; the Botham Jean Foundation partners to help support vulnerable youth. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc

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In a continued show of support for Saint Lucia's youth, the Botham Jean Foundation has once again partnered with the Boys Training Centre (BTC), this time delivering on a heartfelt request made during the Centre's recent 65th Anniversary celebrations. At that milestone event, one of the BTC residents appealed for basketballs to enhance recreational activities at the facility. The Botham Jean Foundation not only heard the request but went a step further, presenting two professional-grade, NBA-style Elite basketballs to the Centre.