Karetta Charles

Saint Lucia National Trust

The Saint Lucia National Trust (SLNT) is a membership organization established in 1975 under the Saint Lucia National Trust Act, Chapter 6.02 of the Revised Laws of Saint Lucia, to conserve the natural and cultural heritage of Saint Lucia, and to promote values which lead to national pride and love of country. The objectives and purposes of the SLNT as set out in our Act are summarised below: - The listing of buildings, objects and monuments of prehistoric, historic and architectural interest and paces of natural beauty; - To promote and preserve for the benefit of the enjoyment of the State of submarine, subterranean areas of beauty or natural historic interest and to preserve their natural aspects, features, animals and plant life; - To make the public aware of the value of the State's heritage; - To pursue a policy of preservation; and - To mobilise resources. The National Trust's Vision The natural and historical patrimony of Saint Lucia is conserved for present and future generations. Governance The affairs of the Trust are administered by a Council comprising: - Seven members elected by the general membership annually; - Two members nominated by the Saint Lucia Archaeological and Historical Society annually ; and - Two members nominated by the Minister responsible for the National Trust every two years.