CDF Celebrates Cultural Luminary Teresa Hall, Highlights Nationwide Artistry

In its commitment to preserving Saint Lucia's cultural legacy, the Cultural Development Foundation (CDF) has initiated numerous community-centered projects leading up to this year's Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival. A significant highlight includes the recognition of folk culture innovator Teresa Hall, affectionately called "Ma Hall," as the Cultural Icon of the year. Ryan Germain, CDF's senior media officer, stated, "Her contributions to folk dance and fashion are unparalleled." This initiative underlines the CDF's role in promoting cultural education and awareness, including a unique "educatainment" outreach series targeting schools and corporate partners.