The knowledge economy is “…one in which the generation and exploitation of knowledge has come to play the predominant part in the creation of wealth. It is not simply about pushing back the frontiers of knowledge;
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HIV/AIDS Education in the Workplace: Whose Responsibility is it?
Apart from Absenteeism and Occupational Safety and Health, Life Threatening Diseases (LTDs) inclusive of HIV & AIDS Awareness, continues to be a major topic of discussion in the workplace.
The Leadership idea in schools: Let’s get this right the first time
In late 2012 The Employers’ Consultative Association of Trinidad and Tobago (ECA) hosted its Annual Leadership series which featured a lecture by Mrs. Elizabeth Crouch, Change Agent & Role Model and former principal of St. Joseph’s Convent, Port of Spain speaking on the topic of Youth Employment entitled Expectation, Education, Enterprise: Putting the Next Generation of Leadership into Context.
ECA focuses on the real issue behind the Beetham Fires
In the past week, the city of Port of Spain has been engulfed in smoke that is exposing our citizens to levels of pollution; ten times the allowed level. This is not the result of natural causes, but instead the result of civil unrest.
Labour Relations in Trinidad and Tobago
In the 1960’s trade union membership was more than twice as much as it is now and industrial relations was more about power relations; hence, the prevalence of adversarial relationships between employers and employees.
Addressing Labour Issues Through Education Reform
Over the years, Employers Consultative Association (ECA) has been hearing a common problem among its employers - under-skilled labour force is very difficult to retain long-term.
The ECA explores the real implications of crime activity in the manufacturing sector
The importance of integrity has always existed among the business community, but in recent times has been shown as falling short.