By Esther Claudette Gittens The issue of women remaining in abusive relationships is complex, encompassing a variety of personal, social, and legal factors. This analysis explores the reasons why women, whether married or unmarried, stay in physically abusive relationships. It delves into influences such as religious beliefs, a history of abuse, financial dependency, and legal […]
Editorial credit: Paola Garcia 1 / Shutterstock.com By Xavier Medina Vidal and Christopher Chambers-Ju | The Conversation Mexico will have its first woman president following a landmark vote on June 2, 2024. After an election period marred by violence, ruling Morena party candidate Claudia Sheinbaum, a former Mexico City mayor, emerged as the victor with about 60% of […]
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For the third consecutive year, Bank of Saint Lucia will be cheering on another contestant at the National Carnival Queen Pageant. This year, the spotlight is on 26-year-old Anneka Thompson, a dedicated Chemistry, Biology, and Integrated Science teacher at Sir Ira Simmons Secondary School. Anneka, a resident of Gros-Islet, also holds a bachelor’s degree in […]
Join us on Saturday, June 15th at the famed Billie Holiday Theater for an unforgettable evening of live music featuring the debut performance of the Let Her Rock: A Love Letter music EP! Original songs created to uplift and inspire girls and all women A celebration of strength, potential, and positive influence Music that transcends […]
Editorial credit: Michael715 / Shutterstock.com On March 11th, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) featured Helen’s Daughters as part of celebrations for Commonwealth Day. The “Women of the Commonwealth” feature shone a global spotlight on the globally relevant work of our organization and our Executive Director, Keithlin Caroo-Afrifa. Mrs. Caroo-Afrifa believes that “through Helen’s Daughters, we’re […]
Editorial credit: Nelson Antoine / Shutterstock.com Fifty-eight successful participants of Cohort 2 of the Entrepreneurs Business Builder (EBB) program graduated in a moving virtual ceremony hosted by Republic Bank in collaboration with EBB partner BDP Associates. The program, themed “Championing HER Success,” was launched earlier this year on International Women’s Day. More than 500 women […]
On November 3, the TaiwanICDF and CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) signed a US$3 million contribution agreement for the CRAF-Women SMEs Program in St. Lucia. This program helps women small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Caribbean invest in renewable energy and energy-efficient facilities, unlocking women’s power to take the lead in transitioning the region toward […]
By Linda Nwoke, A CAW Exclusive The rate and number of deaths from Uterine cancer have considerably increased within the past twenty years. As of 2022, there are over 65,000 new cases and over 11,000 deaths from this form of cancer. Uterine cancer is now deemed one of the most common gynecological cancers. Medical explanations […]
A press statement from the media centre of the OECS says Canadian authorities are investigating “recent press reports about alleged challenges faced by women participating in the programme on a farm in Nova Scotia”. The OECS statement promises that the “outcome of due process would be communicated at the appropriate time”. Calls have also been […]