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In spite of these and many other challenges; such as high unemployment rates,
few opportunities for higher education and various social issues; the people of
SVG are making steady steps towards a more sustainable future. More and more
people are aware of the dangers of climate change and are getting involved.

In many ways, SVG has the potential to model

itself as a pioneering food secure, carbon neutral
nation that is ready for climate change.

There is a strong political will to change. In response to the projected climate
change effects and the actual onslaught of hurricanes, rainfalls, and droughts; the
Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines prepared an “Initial National
Communication” for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate
Change (UNFCCC). In addition, as part of the “Mainstreaming and Adaptation
to Climate Change” project, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines undertook to

develop and mainstream climate change adaptation strategies into its sustainable
development agenda. A National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, National
Disaster Management Plan, and a National Environment Management Strategy
are also reported to have been established.