Photo by SKopp - Own work, Government of Saint Lucia, Public Domain 2015 marks the 100th anniversary of Sir William Arthur Lewis’ birth. Who was Arthur Lewis? He was a Saint Lucian born economist who in 1979 won the only Nobel Prize in Economics by a native Caribbean for his contributions in the field of economic development. In his most influential publication entitled … [Read more...] about Sir William Arthur Lewis’ 100th Anniversary
Arts, Culture & Creativity
Young Bahamian Entrepreneurs Compete to Develop Business Concepts on “Starter Island” Journey
Photo courtesy of Shift the Culture Slowly but surely, the citizens of The Bahamas are realizing that they can no longer focus solely on large-scale tourism to lead them to prosperity and national development. As far too much of the Bahamian economy is dependent directly on foreign consumers and investors, many people are now doing their best to promote local entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about Young Bahamian Entrepreneurs Compete to Develop Business Concepts on “Starter Island” Journey
Rethinking leftover spaces as public spaces
by Ivelisse Justiniano An abandoned railway, a historic bridge, an empty building, an old industrial site, what do these infrastructures have in common? These “leftover” spaces are becoming attractive sites for urban planners and architects interested in creating people-friendly spaces and community amenities. Recently, while visiting a neighborhood in Montego Bay, … [Read more...] about Rethinking leftover spaces as public spaces
Rich discussion at the V Caribbean Civil Society Forum
Photo credit by Kerneisha Beckles - Dr. David Bratt and Mr. Ian Ho-A-Shu On May 27, a cross section of Civil Society Representatives from the Caribbean came together to participate in the IDB’s Fifth Caribbean Civil Society Meeting, held at the Hyatt Regency in Trinidad. This year’s theme was ‘Social Innovation’ and highlighted some of the most pressing issues affecting the … [Read more...] about Rich discussion at the V Caribbean Civil Society Forum
Cricket Wicket
Colleagues, Family and Friends – Supporters at the Cricket Rematch (Photo by Dorri) The Trini bowler throws the pitch. It looks promising. The line towards the wicket is clean. The crowd is on their toes. The Barbadian batsman (Julian) gracefully swings the bat and …. FOUR shouts the Umpire. The crowd groans. It seems despite all efforts, … [Read more...] about Cricket Wicket