1st September 2024
Digital Literacy Summer Camp empowers students
By Caribbean Digital Transformation Project
The future of Saint Lucia's digital landscape shone brightly as 208 students from 13 constituencies across the island received certificates of completion at an Aug. 29 closing ceremony of the Digital Literacy Summer Camp. The event, a cornerstone of the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project (CARDTP), was held to celebrate the achievements of these young participants, who spent the past few weeks gaining crucial skills in digital literacy.
In her keynote address, Hon. Virginia Albert-Poyotte, Minister for the Public Service, Labour, and Gender Relations, lauded the students for their dedication and enthusiasm. She emphasized the importance of digital literacy in today’s world, noting that the skills acquired through the camp would be invaluable as these students continue their academic and professional journeys.
Dr. Pauline Antoine-Prospere, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Science, Technology, and Vocational Training, also addressed the gathering. She highlighted the camp as a critical step towards achieving the broader educational goals of the Ministry and the CARDTP.
His Excellency Peter Chia-Yen Chen, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to Saint Lucia, expressed his pride in supporting such an impactful initiative. He reiterated Taiwan’s commitment to working with Saint Lucia to enhance digital education and foster innovation.
The success of the Digital Literacy Summer Camp was made possible through the collaborative efforts of several key partners. The Division of Innovation within the Ministry of Education played a pivotal role in the program’s execution, while the Taiwan Technical Mission in Saint Lucia and the Bank of Saint Lucia provided essential support. These partnerships underscore the collective commitment to advancing digital literacy and ensuring that Saint Lucia’s youth are well-prepared to navigate the challenges and opportunities of the digital age.
As the ceremony concluded, the graduates beamed with pride, holding their certificates high—a symbol of their hard work and a stepping stone towards their future endeavors. The Digital Literacy Summer Camp has not only equipped these students with valuable skills but has also laid the foundation for a digitally empowered generation ready to lead Saint Lucia into the future.
The event was a powerful reminder that when public and private sectors come together to invest in education, the possibilities for growth and development are endless. The CARDTP, with the continued support of its partners, remains committed to fostering digital literacy across the island, ensuring that every Saint Lucian has the opportunity to thrive in a digital world.
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