Working Paper Series: Special Edition of 2016 to 2018 Interns

Programme

Year

Description

Target

Sector Targeted

Skills Imparted

and Business Management. Assistance with startup capital Replaced USAID funded CYEP which ended in 2013. Offers training in bartending, auto mechanics, office admin, hair and nail designs, furniture making, welding, plumbing, general maintenance. CVQs received afterwards While 5 loans have been approved, only 3 persons have gone on to draw down the funds and start their own businesses Loan opportunities for persons 18-35 years; Maximum EC$20,000 at interest rate 11.5%- no collateral required, every sector, feasible business

5. Youth

Business Services

Life

and

Empowerment Programme (YEP)

employability skills, Entrepreneurship Training

6. Saint

Lucia Youth Business Trust

18- 35 years

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