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
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
An Example of Climate and Energy Resilience for the Caribbean
On my recent trip to Bermuda in November 2017, invited by the government of Bermuda to participate in the Bermuda Energy Summit 2017, I was able to experience first-hand how that island has adapted to withstand the frequent storms, hurricanes and droughts throughout many decades. First, as you can see from the photo below, there are no cables; 100% of the transmission cables … [Read more...] about An Example of Climate and Energy Resilience for the Caribbean
Does progress in gender equality mean less violence against women?
Caribbean has progressed in gender equality, but violence against women is still a black box International Women’s Day this year is an opportunity to take stock of the progress made by #women in the #Caribbean, but also the areas of continued concern – including Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). While there is limited reliable national data on #VAWG in the Caribbean, … [Read more...] about Does progress in gender equality mean less violence against women?
Creating more sustainable and profitable agribusinesses for St Lucia
By Lorena Mejicanos & Vashtie Dookiesingh The island of St. Lucia, located in the Windward Islands chain of the Caribbean, has traditionally depended heavily on the production of bananas as a driver of exports and its Gross Domestic Product. However, the combination of loss of access to preferential EU markets and the accelerated impact of climate change, specifically … [Read more...] about Creating more sustainable and profitable agribusinesses for St Lucia