Saint Lucia to focus on people empowerment on HR Day
The Association of Human Resource Management Professionals in Saint Lucia (AHRMP) will join the global HR community in commemorating International HR Day on Wednesday, May 20, recognising the essential role HR professionals play in strengthening organisations, developing people and driving workplace transformation. Observed annually worldwide, International HR Day highlights the contributions of HR professionals in […] The article Saint Lucia to focus on people empowerment on HR Day is from St. Lucia Times.
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The Association of Human Resource Management Professionals in Saint Lucia (AHRMP) will join the global HR community in commemorating International HR Day on Wednesday, May 20, recognising the essential role HR professionals play in strengthening organisations, developing people and driving workplace transformation.
Observed annually worldwide, International HR Day highlights the contributions of HR professionals in building productive, resilient and people-centred workplaces. It also acknowledges the profession’s expanding strategic importance in shaping how organisations adapt and grow in a changing business environment.
This year’s global theme, “Empower People to Lead Change”, highlights the responsibility of organisations and leaders to create environments where individuals are equipped, supported and inspired to drive meaningful transformation. It emphasises adaptability, inclusive leadership, employee empowerment and intentional people practices as key tools for navigating complex workplace realities.
In observance, AHRMP will host a virtual webinar on the local discussion theme: “Empowering People to Lead Change: The HR Imperative in Today’s Workplace.”
The session will take place on Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. It will bring together HR professionals, business leaders, organisational development practitioners and emerging professionals. The discussion will explore leadership, workplace transformation and the evolving role of HR in modern organisations while reflecting the profession’s diversity and strategic value.
AHRMP said International HR Day provides an important opportunity not only to celebrate HR professionals but also to strengthen national dialogue around leadership, organisational culture, workforce readiness and sustainable workplace practices.
Speaking on the significance of the profession in today’s environment, AHRMP President Goretti Paul emphasised the central role of people in organisational success.
“Organisations cannot successfully navigate change, build resilience, or sustain growth without placing people at the centre of their strategy,” Paul said. “HR is no longer operating at the sidelines of business decision-making; it is increasingly at the core of how organisations adapt, lead, and remain future-ready.”
AHRMP is encouraging HR professionals, managers, business leaders, students and members of the wider professional community to participate in the webinar and engage in ongoing discussions on leadership, people development and the future of work.
Pre-registration is currently open at www.ahrmp-slu.org/hrday2026. Additional details, including speaker announcements and the full agenda, will be released via AHRMP’s social media platforms.
For further information, contact AHRMP at 758-520-1671 or info@ahrmp-slu.org, or visit www.ahrmp-slu.org.
The article Saint Lucia to focus on people empowerment on HR Day is from St. Lucia Times.
