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Dame Pearlette Louisy
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| 5th Governor-General of Saint Lucia | |
| In office 19 September 1997 – 31 December 2017 |
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| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
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| Preceded by | George Mallet |
| Succeeded by | Neville Cenac |
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Calliopa Pearlette Louisy
8 June 1946 Laborie, Saint Lucia |
| Alma mater | University of the West Indies Laval University University of Bristol |
Dame Calliopa Pearlette Louisy, born on June 8, 1946, is a very important person from Saint Lucia. She was the governor-general of Saint Lucia from September 19, 1997, until she stepped down on December 31, 2017. She made history as the first woman to hold this high position. She also served longer than any other governor-general in Saint Lucia's history.
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About Dame Pearlette Louisy
Early Life and Education
Dame Pearlette Louisy was born in the village of Laborie, Saint Lucia. She went to the Laborie Infant School and Primary Schools when she was young. In 1960, she received the Javouhey Scholarship, which allowed her to attend the St. Joseph's Convent.
After finishing her secondary education in 1965, she earned a scholarship from the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). This scholarship helped her study English and French at the University of the West Indies in Cave Hill, Barbados.
In 1972, she received another scholarship, the Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan. This allowed her to get a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in linguistics, focusing on teaching methods, from Université Laval in Quebec City, Canada. Later, in 1991, she went to the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom. There, she earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in education.
Career in Education
Dame Pearlette Louisy has done a lot to help improve education in Saint Lucia. She spent most of her working life as a teacher and educator. From 1969 to 1972 and again from 1975 to 1976, she taught at the St Joseph's Convent.
From 1976 to 1986, she taught French and later became the Principal of the St. Lucia A Level College. When this college joined with the Morne Technical School to form the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, she took on new leadership roles. She first served as a Dean, then became the Vice Principal, and finally the Principal of the college.
Becoming Governor-General
On September 19, 1997, Dame Pearlette Louisy became the Governor-General of Saint Lucia. This is a very important role, representing the King or Queen of the United Kingdom in Saint Lucia. She was the first woman ever to hold this position in Saint Lucia. She served for over 20 years, making her the longest-serving Governor-General in the country's history. She stepped down from this role on December 31, 2017.
Special Awards and Recognition
Dame Pearlette Louisy has received many special awards for her hard work and dedication.
- In 1999, the University of Bristol gave her an honorary Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) degree. This is a special degree given to people who have achieved great things.
- On July 16, 1999, she was given the title of Dame Grand Cross of the Order of St. Michael and St. George. This is a very high honour from the United Kingdom.
- In 2011, she received another honorary Doctor of Laws (LLB) from the University of West Indies.
Honours and Awards
Dame Pearlette Louisy has received several important honours from different countries and organizations. These awards recognize her outstanding service and contributions.
National Honours
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Saint Lucia : Grand Cross of the Order of Saint Lucia (GCSL)
Commonwealth Honours
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United Kingdom : Dame Grand Cross of the Order of St. Michael and St. George (GCMG) -
– United Kingdom : Dame of Grace of the Most Venerable Order of St. John (DStJ)
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Papal Honours
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Vatican City : Dame of the Equestrian Order of St. Gregory the Great (DSG)
See also
In Spanish: Pearlette Louisy para niños
- List of governors-general of Saint Lucia
- Politics of Saint Lucia
- List of national leaders
