KSL to Adopt a More Strategic and Diverse Approach to Poverty Reduction

Government of Saint Lucia

To address the root cause of poverty and uplift vulnerable communities across Saint Lucia, the transformative Koudmen Sent Lisi Programme will be relaunched by the SSDF to reflect the diverse range of interventions relying on an integrated service delivery model among select stakeholders.

The proposed new approach will aim to support families out of poverty through various strategic pathways.

As part of his presentation of the 2024-2025 Budget Debate, Minister for Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment Hon. Joachim Henry outlined the fundamental principles of the Koudmen Sent Lisi Programme, emphasizing its departure from traditional silo approaches towards a more comprehensive strategy.

"One of the initiatives conceptualized for graduating households from the Public Assistance Programme is the Koudmen Sent Lisi Program. The program is a timely paradigm shift away from a silo approach to poverty reduction by embracing a multi-sectorial approach. "

This innovative initiative, spearheaded by the Equity Ministry, will revolutionize addressing poverty by adopting a multi-sectorial targeting methodology.

"It will focus on empowering families and escaping poverty and deprivation by facilitating access to income, employment, housing, health, education, family counseling, and networks that fortify family assets."

The Koudmen Sent Lisi Programme has emerged as a beacon of hope in Saint Lucia's relentless pursuit of poverty reduction, signaling a groundbreaking shift towards a more inclusive and comprehensive empowerment tool.