UNDP Helps Curaçao Formulate a Development Plan

Curaçao received assistance from the UNDP (United National Development Fund) for the formulation of a comprehensive and well-balanced development plan focusing on the future. During a two-day retreat in the Santa Barbara Resort with government officials and scores of stakeholders from different disciplines and backgrounds, representing over 60 organizations and institutions, an open discussion was held about how such a plan should be drawn up. UNDP consultant Doreen Wilson set the ball rolling with an explanation, based on a study she piloted, where Curaçao currently stands in regards to political structure, the economy, its educational system, etc., as well as where it wants to go. With the preliminary information that was gathered, they will go into the neighborhoods to share it with the local public. They expect to have a first draft ready of the comprehensive plan by mid-year.