Media Release: Mayor Urges Women to Strive for High Standards

<—- Latest News Homepage



by CCC

WOMEN PLAY CRITICAL ROLES IN SOCIETY AND NEED TO BE UPLIFTED.

The Office of the Mayor and the Castries Constituency Council (CCC) on Monday joined communities in Saint Lucia and around the world in commemorating International Women’s Day 2021.

To celebrate the occasion, the Castries Constituency Council partnered with Rise St. Lucia Inc. and Raj Communications to distribute over 40 grocery parcels to females working with the CCC.

Mrs. Kady Rajendran of Raj Communications and Dr. Venus Cherry, Chairman of Rise St. Lucia Inc. both shared similar sentiments that women play critical roles in society and need to be motivated, inspired and uplifted.

Mayor Peterson D. Francis applauded the collaborating partners for the grocery parcel donation. He urged the ladies present to “Keep your heels, head, and standards high. Let us celebrate women’s achievements, continue to raise awareness and fight inequality.”



“It was Margaret Thatcher, the former PM of Great Britain that once said, ‘If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done ask a woman,’ – a thought provoking statement which is true to some extent. We commemorate a whole day dedicated to women and their achievements. Women everyday face crushing barriers to success. They confront so many issues, including gender discrimination and violence. At the Castries Constituency Council and within my office, we believe strongly in an unbiased workplace. It is so evident by the level of work and the progress of our hard-working women.  As we celebrate International Women’s Day I ask everyone here to continue challenging yourself on the job,” said Mayor Francis.”

Related Articles

February 16, 2023 / Regional News, St Lucia Media Releases

PRIME MINISTER HON. PHILIP J. PIERRE WILL ATTEND THE FORTY-FOURTH (44TH) REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONFRENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE CSRIBBEAN COMMUNITY (CARICOM)

PRIME MINISTER HON. PHILIP J. PIERRE WILL ATTEND THE FORTY-FOURTH (44TH) REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONFRENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT...
Read More
September 29, 2022 / Regional News, St Lucia Media Releases

Police Probe Discovery Of Partially Decomposed Body In Dennery

Police are investigating the discovery of the partially decomposed body of a man on Wednesday near the Fond D’Or beach...
Read More
September 29, 2022 / Regional News, St Lucia Media Releases

Anthony ‘Disappointed’ That Vieux Fort South No Longer A Venue For Blackheart Football

Parliamentary Representative for Vieux Fort South, Dr. Kenny D. Anthony, says that he welcomes the commencement of the 2022 Blackhearts...
Read More
September 29, 2022 / Regional News, St Lucia Media Releases

ECCB Takes Steps To Address Bank Fees, Charges

The Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) Timothy N. J. Antoine has outlined measures the ECCB is taking...
Read More
July 28, 2022 / St Lucia Media Releases

St Lucia: Julien Alfred promises her best for the 2022 Commonwealth Games

ATHLETICS COACH SAYS THE SPRINT STAR CONTINUES TO EXCEL AND RAISE THE BAR. Saint Lucian sprint star, Julien Alfred, says...
Read More
July 27, 2022 / St Lucia Media Releases

Thirteen athletes to represent Saint Lucia at Commonwealth Games

THE GAMES BEGIN ON JULY 28. Thirteen athletes will represent Saint Lucia at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England, from...
Read More
July 26, 2022 / St Lucia Media Releases

St Lucia: Citizens receive immediate financial support to cope with inflation

PENSIONERS EACH RECEIVE A ONE-TIME EC$500 DIRECT DEPOSIT, A TOTAL OF EC$1.5 MILLION. The Government of Saint Lucia led by...
Read More
July 26, 2022 / St Lucia Media Releases

St. Lucia: Government launches new ePassport

THE NEW PASSPORT OFFERS A HIGHER LEVEL OF SECURITY FEATURES. The launching ceremony for the new technologically-advanced travel document was...
Read More
July 12, 2022 / Regional News, St Lucia Media Releases

Monkeypox: Saint Lucia Remains ‘Very Vigilant’ As Jamaica Confirms Its First Case

Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs Minister Moses Jn Baptiste has told reporters that Saint Lucia remains ‘very vigilant’ for the...
Read More
July 12, 2022 / St Lucia Media Releases

Top-Level Government Officers To Participate In Public Policy Workshops

The Office of the Prime Minister is pleased to announce the commencement of a series of workshops on Developing Public...
Read More
1 2 3 141