By Fernando Pavón How can innovation be embedded to enhance resilience in the Caribbean? The Caribbean, a region known for weathering hurricanes, faces challenges beyond natural disasters. With an economic growth that is weak and dependent on only a few sectors— tourism or commodity exports —emphasis needs to be placed on economic and technological changes and how … [Read more...] about Embracing innovation and change to thrive
Labour & Learning
Making Cents for At-Risk Youths in Guyana
By Derise Williams SIDDIQA Shabazz, a 21-year-old school drop-out, became a single mother at the age of 17 and now has two children, ages three and two years old. Siddiqa’s main sources of income are braiding the hair of friends and neighbours and operating a trampoline on weekends. After the loss of her mother in 2016 who was her main source of support, Siddiqa found … [Read more...] about Making Cents for At-Risk Youths in Guyana
Youth Unleash Ideas for a Sustainable Urban Future in Nassau
By Sarah Benton, Nathalie Bethel, and Amanda Marray On February 1, 2018, over 40 teenagers woke up to an ordinary, bright, sunny day in Nassau. Little did they know what challenge lay ahead. Little did they know that their perspective on life was about to change. For 10 of them, they were about to earn one of the greatest learning and networking opportunities of a … [Read more...] about Youth Unleash Ideas for a Sustainable Urban Future in Nassau
Can three global industries make up a world-class workforce?
By Fernando Pavón The automated verification of qualifications and skills is here! Can three global industries—Maritime, IT/Telecom, and Medical Services— make up a world-class workforce? Can technology be used to carry out this endeavor? The Bahamas is embarking upon this ambitious project, connecting Bahamian talent through the national apprenticeship program, … [Read more...] about Can three global industries make up a world-class workforce?
How can we empower rural women in Suriname?
On a mission to empower rural women in Suriname By Mirjam Gommers On September 12, 2015, Anna Nantawi (52) and Ketoera Aparaka (45) left their village in the southern interior of Suriname to attend a six-month training program in India provided by the NGO Barefoot College to become solar engineers. The women speak no English or Hindi, and one had never left her village … [Read more...] about How can we empower rural women in Suriname?