Music stakeholders in Saint Lucia have agreed to establish a legally recognised organisation to represent the island’s calypso, soca and Dennery Segment communities.
The decision was taken at a meeting at Castries City Hall on 5 September, which brought together artists, administrators and industry representatives. The proposed body is intended to provide a unified voice for practitioners across the three genres while strengthening advocacy and representation within Saint Lucia’s creative industries.
A five-member committee has been appointed to review and update the constitution of the existing SLCA2009 organisation. Members will also consider a new name that more accurately reflects the interests of the calypso, soca and Dennery Segment communities.
The initiative has received support from Creative Industries Minister Dr Ernest Hilaire, Eastern Caribbean Collective Organisation for Music Rights chairman Martin James and copyright attorney Thaddeus Antoine.
The committee is expected to present a revised constitution and proposals for electing officers, paving the way for a more structured and representative organisation. Supporters believe the move could strengthen collaboration and advocacy across three of Saint Lucia’s most influential music genres.
