Build Back Equal Initiative Drives Policy Reform and Economic Resilience in Saint Lucia

Efforts to strengthen economic resilience, improve social protection systems, and expand opportunities for women and vulnerable groups in Saint Lucia are receiving renewed momentum through the Build Back Equal Project, a multi-sector initiative aimed at advancing gender equality, reducing poverty risks, and strengthening institutional support mechanisms across the island. The project continues to support legislative reform, policy development, gender-based violence prevention and response, and the expansion of economic opportunities for women through improved technical capacity and market access. These priorities were reinforced during a recent National Project Steering Committee Meeting, which brought together representatives from government agencies, civil society organizations, and development partners to review implementation progress and strengthen collaboration as the project enters its final phase.