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Research (for writing summary actions)United Workers’ Party: how does their party’s values / the manifesto link to the core parts of the Escazú Agreement?How would ratifying the Escazú Agreement benefit St Lucians?In relation to the environmentFind a storyIn relation to democratic participation (short summary)Probably interview? (not research)Support (digital campaigns)Content (for social media post)
The Department of Sustainable Development and Department of Fisheries are allies in raising awarenessSaint Lucia has the population of 182,000They’re highly dependent on coastal resources for economy: agriculture, fisheries, tourism, etc. (48% GDP comes from tourism)One of primary threats is development, reefs
Ecosystem highly interconnected, e.g. diversity, influenced by activitiesIllegal beach sand mining is happeningOver 50% of coastal wetlands have been estimated to have been lost (0.3% land covered by mangrove wetlands)Coral cover decline from algae, coral bleaching in 2005/2008 and 2010,
Urge St. Lucia to ratify - briefly, thenCommend St. Lucia as leader in Eastern Caribbean for signing Escazú AgreementUphold preservation of environmentDemocratic access in populationRemind how ratifying Escazú is aligned with UWPGood governance—allowing citizens to participate in the local governmentIncreased access to environmental info and right to participate in decisions are key in EscazúStewards of the environmentEmpowering local citizens to participate in decisions affecting them, keeping businesses accountable and contributing to sustainable, resilient developmentResilience for the economyEmpowering community members preserves the environment for tourism, helps prevent misuse of resourcesUrgency of ratifyingAffirming your commitment to progress and a government that works for the peopleElection coming up this year or next year: SLP has strong commitments to environmental protection and climate resilience- we want to see action now to demonstrateDeadline of September 26thWe hope to see you ratify and continue to lead the Eastern Caribbean in environmental transparency and democratic participation!Email stormFacebook / Instagram commentsTweets
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Allies in St. Lucia
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The Environment
Small island
Defenders
Murders aren’t common in the Caribbean, but there are people who’s livelihoods make them prone to harassment, threats, etc. due to defending the environment.
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St. Lucia Targets
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Ally: Kate Wilson Legal Officer, Department of Sustainable development, Government of Saint Lucia
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