The Ministry of Education of the Republic of China (Taiwan), a dedicated and long-standing partner of Saint Lucia, will host the ‘2024 Global Youth Trends Forum’ from November 14 to 17, 2024, in Taipei, Taiwan. This prestigious international gathering, organized in close collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) under the Technical Cooperation Agreement, will see Saint Lucia’s Youth Economy Agency (YEA) as one of the honoured participants. Under the theme ‘Connect & Engage: Global Partnership for Youth’, the forum will explore the future of youth participation in international arenas, addressing vital topics in the post-pandemic era.
Leading the Saint Lucian delegation is YEA Project Officer for Business Development, Ms. Ginel Mondesir, joined by three accomplished YEA clients: Philand Henderson, CEO of P1 Marketing; Thalassa Cox, founder of The Good Director; and Cora James, creator of Zan Moisture. Together, they represent dynamic entrepreneurship of Saint Lucian youth, bringing forward insights and innovations that resonate with today’s global youth economy.
The forum will include:
• World Café Discussions and Workshops on subtopics such as participation in international organizations, overseas volunteering, and gap years.
• Interactive Sessions organized by discussion tables, with table rotations that encourage cross-cultural interaction and the sharing of diverse perspectives.
• Tours and Cultural Visits within Taipei to give delegates insights into Taiwan’s society, culture, and values.
Since its inception, Saint Lucia’s Youth Economy has benefited from the unwavering support of Taiwan, with Taiwan’s technical assistance playing a key role in the agency’s development. This invitation to the “2024 Global Youth Trends Forum” represents a natural progression in a collaborative partnership that continues to empower Saint Lucian youth through skill-building, resource sharing, and international exchange.