Government partners with the Saint Lucia Civil response to Haiti committee in hosting lecture by P.J. Patterson on Haiti
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Contact: Darnley Lebourne
Friday, March 5, 2010 – The Government of Saint Lucia is pleased to collaborate with The Saint Lucia Civil Response to Haiti Committee in hosting a public lecture on Haiti, by the CARICOM Special Envoy on the International Panel for the Reconstruction of Haiti, Mr. P.J. Patterson.
CARICOM felt that Mr. Patterson’s experience with Haiti while being Prime Minister of Jamaica would be an invaluable asset in bringing a much-needed perspective that respects the Haitian people's own capabilities, leadership and initiative and the sovereignty of Haiti in the relief and rebuilding efforts.
The former Jamaica Prime Minister, Honourable Percival Patterson has called on members of the Caribbean Community to change the negative perception they have of their neighbour, Haiti.
The Civil Response Committee, which was formed at the end of January 2010, has invited Mr. Patterson to come to Saint Lucia to share his views on the way forward for Haiti with the Saint Lucian public. This is the first in a series of discussions planned by the Committee.
The activity will take place at the National Insurance Conference Room; 5th Floor of the Francis Compton Building, on Tuesday 09 March at 7:30 pm. The general public is encouraged to participate in this session. |
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