World Wildlife Day World Wildlife Day is annually commemorated on 3rd March. This day celebrates the diversity of wild flora and fauna as well as the benefits they provide for people. The contribution of wildlife to human well-being and…
World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice World Day of Social Justice is celebrated annually on 20th February. This day promotes national activities in accordance with the World Summit for Social Development, which aims to eradicate poverty, promote full employment and…
World Radio Day
World Radio Day World Radio Day is recognized on 13 February annually, with the aim to celebrate radio as a medium while encouraging international cooperation between broadcasters and promoting access to information and freedom of expression. Radio is reported…
World Cancer Day 2018
World Cancer Day 2018 Cancer is the uncontrolled growth and spread of cells which can affect any part of the body. While many cancerous tumors can be removed by surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy, it still remains a major medical…
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
International Day of Persons with Disabilities The theme for this year’s observance: Transformation Towards Sustainable and Resilient Society for All International Day of Persons Living with Disabilities is observed on 3rd December annually. This observance was first proclaimed in…
World Aids Day 2017
World Aids Day 2017 World Aids Day is observed on 1st December every year. It highlights the need for a collaborative effort to reduce HIV infections, reduce discrimination against persons living with HIV and AIDS and eliminate AIDS-related deaths.…
World Population Day 2017
World Population Day (WPD) is observed on 11th July every year. On WPD, businesses, civil society organisations, and government agencies seek to raise awareness on various population issues that affect countries around the world, such as the importance of…
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought (WDCDD) is observed on 17th June every year. It is a day set aside by the United Nations to promote public awareness about combating desertification and the effects of drought. In commemoration of…
Saint Lucia’s GEF-SGP UNDP Annual Report for 2016
On Wednesday, 24th May 2017, the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP) implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hosted its 4th Annual Report for 2016 at the Financial Centre in Pointe Seraphine, Castries. The annual report was…
Reduce the use of Plastic bottles, Plastic bags, Styrofoam
Join the Fisheries Department in their efforts to conserve our Saint Lucia! World Environment Day – Monday, 5th June 2017 Theme : Connecting People to Nature World Oceans Day – Thursday, 8th June 2017 – Theme : Our Oceans; Our…