Saint Lucia, the only country named after a woman joins the international woman's day celebration
Saint Lucia was named after Saint Lucy of Syracuse, a name bestowed upon the country when it was under French rule. In addition to being the only country named for a woman, Saint Lucia also is known as “Helen of the West Indies.” Saint Lucia’s independence was won after multiple battles for control between the French and British. The nickname was earned after a British historian compared Saint Lucia to the Greek mythological character Helen of Troy because she, too, mobilized an entire Navy
International Women’s Day is a time to recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions of all women,
including those with links to Saint Lucia, who are shaping the world,” said Dominic Fedee, Saint Lucia minister of tourism.
Celebrating International Women’s Day today, the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) is putting the spotlight on women of Saint Lucian heritage around the world. The aim is to raise awareness of Saint Lucian women excelling and challenging in their fields, in line with this year’s official theme #ChooseToChallenge.
The “She is Saint Lucia” campaign has been enhanced for International Women’s Day to raise awareness for Saint Lucian women excelling in their fields. People from coast-to-coast-to-coast are encouraged to use the hashtag #SheisSaintLucia to name, honor and celebrate women in their lives and communities whose work and impact inspire them.
As the only island named after a woman, our destination tagline is ‘Saint Lucia, LET HER INSPIRE YOU’. The brand ethos is built on inspiring visitors through ‘her’ experiences. Whoever comes to her land will collect sensorial memories that will continue to spark creativity for a lifetime.”
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