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Tourism needs sustainable development to achieve full economic potential after COVID

ILO says tourism can be significant stepping stone for region’s workers but only if well-regulated and sustainably developed  BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — Tourism is a multifaceted industry with the potential to elevate even the most marginalized worker to high-earning positions, but it needs sustainable development if it is to achieve its full potential in the aftermath…
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Barbados to train more construction workers ahead of anticipated ‘building boom’

BCC Principal Alleyne encourages more young women to join construction industry  BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — In an effort to increase the number of local construction workers ahead of an anticipated boom in the industry, several training institutions have partnered with the government to launch the Barbados Construction Gateway Training Initiative. [caption id="attachment_2757" align="alignright" width="300"] Construction workers.…
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Why Caribbean employers should consider online talent acquisition services

Appcast Research white paper shows recruiting costs “skyrocketed” in 2021 while more jobseekers took their job hunt online  BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — With recruitment costs rising worldwide, jobseekers becoming more selective amid the “Great Resignation” and global inflation creating an uncertain economic environment, it may be time for Caribbean employers to consider alternatives to the traditional…
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CARICOM deputy secretary-general pledges support of sustainable economic development

Caribbean Employment Services Inc. CEO Joseph Boll likewise supports regional move to embrace sustainability in economic development  BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — As “sustainability” becomes a buzzword among Caribbean nations alongside increased focus on climate change, CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Dr. Armstrong Alexis said his organization is seeking to enhance partnerships to assist with the move towards more…
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