ONE week before Saint Lucia celebrated its 46th Independence, three Saint Lucians based in New York were honoured by the Transformation Centre Outreach (TCO) of the state of New York.
Peter L. Dieudonne, Laurine Joseph-Lofaso and Matthias Wilkie were the three Saint Lucians honoured. Dieudonne and Lofaso were awarded The President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. They are two Watch Radio personalities and were recognised for outstanding service to the diaspora.
The awards were presented during the TCO Night of Splendor, Gala and President’s Volunteer Service Award Ceremony held on Saturday, February 15th. The Saint Lucians were also awarded a Certificate of Merit by the New York State Assembly and received a City Council Citation.
This recognition is a testament to the incredible work being done—not just by the honourees, but by Watch Radio as a whole which continues to have a lasting impact on the diaspora.
Peter Dieudonne has built a multifaceted career encompassing accounting, media, and community engagement. After spending several years in the United Kingdom pursuing his accounting profession, Peter migrated to the United States in 2011 and now resides in Brooklyn, NY, with his wife and two children.
He is the co-host of “Sidewalk Talking,” an engaging programme airing on Watch Radio NYC every Saturday at 6 pm. The show provides a judgment-free platform for listeners to discuss a wide range of topics. In 2019, he launched “Bouyon: What’s the Sauce?”, an interactive programme that airs on Sundays at 7 pm, fostering spirited conversations on diverse subjects. Although the show was suspended in 2020 due to COVID-19, Peter took the initiative to relaunch it in 2022 with fresh ideas and vibrant discussions as the sole host.
Deeply rooted in his community, Peter has held pivotal roles, including Public Relations Officer of the Saint Lucia House Foundation (2022–2024) and membership in both the Saint Lucia House Building Management Team and the Saint Lucia National Day Committee. His contributions focused on promoting cultural events and ensuring efficient management of the Saint Lucia House’s operations.
Beyond media and community service, Peter is a founding member of “Mudsters,” a renowned Saint Lucian J’ouvert band with over 200 members. He also founded Lynx Entertainment, an event company fostering connections within the Caribbean community across the Tri-State area. Additionally, he co-founded Les Enfants, a group dedicated to preserving and sharing cultural traditions with younger generations.
As a passionate media enthusiast and committed community leader, Peter strives to be a catalyst for change. He fosters collaboration and growth within his networks with a dedication to cultural enrichment and meaningful dialogue that inspires others and strengthens community ties.