Sandra
Eugene is teacher born in St. Lucia. I met her while she was studying in America.
She provided me with new insights into St. Lucian people, government and Early
Childhood educational system.
The
banana industry has had decreasing profits in recent years; this has been due
to increasing transportation costs. The transportation costs have increased the
selling price of bananas which individuals are unwilling to pay. Another industry
suffering is small parts manufacturing and assembling. The country’s primary focus in the past on agricultural
infrastructure has resulted in the government needing to redevelop their infrastructure
to enhance their non-agricultural industry. The government has started making the necessary
changes but the progress is slow going. The
government is facing a rising population and the system is having difficulties
meeting the needs of individuals living in poverty. The lack of services, such
as primary care facilities, are affecting a woman’s ability to seek employment.
It appears that a large number of poor St. Lucians have a self –defeating mindset
in regards to discussing programming provided by the government that will allow
women to further their education and to work.
Hi Georgiana,
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Has the decline in the banana industry increased child poverty in St. Lucia?
Hi Georgiana, thanks for sharing the insightful information that you have gained from your organization. Do you know how much is the transportation cost? Although the transportation cost has increased I still do not feel that this should stop buyers from buying the bananas because this is the cheapest fruit you can buy and get many of. Thanks again for your insightful information. I really enjoyed reading about it.
ReplyDeleteThank you Georgiana for sharing this information. It interesting to know what goes on in other countries and see that some things are similiar. It is sad to see that women still have to fight hard to be accepted and gain respect. Once again thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting. It's very sad that the government is having difficulties of not having the ability to meet the needs of the individuals that are suffering from poverty. It also makes you sad that the women don't services, and child care facilities so that women can work. I know that can be hard. Thanks for the information.
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