The St. Vincent and the Grenadines National Economic and Social Development Plan 2013-2025

Our country produced a national plan called the “St. Vincent & the Grenadines National Economic and Social Development Plan 2013 – 2025”. In the document the intention is to holistically address national development in a long term strategy. The document specifically identifies as a strategic goal, “Building National Pride, Identity and Culture”. The document notes that “The national spirit of a people is determined and fashioned by their culture and this in turn constitutes one of the critical ingredients for nation building. As such the development, conservation, renovation and maintenance of infrastructure for culture at all levels, will be pursued. [and further that] This Plan articulates a vision for the positioning of culture in national life.” It lists as sub concerns: “To instill in the citizenry a sense of national pride and appreciation of the history of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. To engender a greater sense of community and social responsibility. To preserve, maintain and promote the cultural heritage of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. To maximise the contribution of cultural industries to economic growth.”