January 7, 2025
The beautiful island of Grenada, holds Parliamentary elections every five years. The last one was held in 2022, the next election is scheduled for 2027, not too far away.
The New National Political Party (NNP) experienced a significant political shift on December 15th, 2024 as the Honorable former Prime Minister Dr. The Honorable Keith Claudius Mitchell stepped down as the Political Leader of the NNP.
The seasoned Political Leader, prominent politician, skilled and experienced, a man with expertise in political government, a leader with foresight and unselfish patriotic devotion , a distinguished statesman and veteran politician, Dr . Keith C . Mitchell, a man who governed wisely and is respected globally .
The Honorable Dr. Mitchell, announced that he was stepping aside to pass the torch of leadership to the most qualified person within the party , who turned out to be the first female, and who happened to be the Honorable Emmalin Pierre.
Dr. Mitchell’s successor as Leader of the New National Party, will face the task of restoring the public confidence in the party and lead the party to victory in the next general election.
Dr.Keith Mitchell, tenure is nothing short of historic. His courageous leadership will be remembered for decades to come.
The Honorable Emmalin Pierre the very first female political leader of one of Grenada ‘s major political party is now shattering the glass ceiling illuminating Grenada’s political horizon.
The first female candidate who aims to become Grenada’s first female prime minister, comes next election. A role model for women in politics in Grenada and the world and can achieve a major historic first.
Emmalin Pierre formed an early desire to become a politician, her intellectual ability has led her to study at the Edinburg Napier University in the United Kingdom, one of the ten top modern University in the U. K.
Emmalin Pierre has thus began her ascendancy that has already begun to change the face of the NNP and women in Grenada.
The Honorable Emmalin Pierre has served as Minister of Education, Human Resources Development, Religious Affairs and Information. She graduated from Edinburg Napier University with a Master’s degree in Business Administration and is specialized in Leadership and Innovation. Qualities we need in Women’s Leadership in Grenada.
A woman of confidence, a credible choice, a woman who stands as a catalyst for change and progress. Her resilience and uncompromising leadership style will lead her to transform her country and empower it’s residents, by bringing women’s equality into the mainstream.
The New National Party is the party of the working and middle class voters. People are giving the Doc credit for having done that. This landmark development is paving the way for fresh leadership and renewed vision for the party movement.
Emmalin’s emergence as the new leader comes with significant expectations. Her appointment, represents
a notable shift as she becomes the most prominent female political leader within the party . Her nomination marked a historic moment b for Grenada and the NNP. Women’s representations in Parliament had increased slightly, but they remain underrepresented in many leadership areas.
Her
legacy serves as a beacon of inspiration for Women in leadership everywhere. Reminding us of the power of perseverance and courage in the face of adversity.
And iconic female political leader, who have great potential for achieving great things. Women in leadership positions are emerging in Grenada and are poised to shatter glass ceilings and rewrite history.
Grenada’s visionary women, are not just breaking barriers but transforming the very fabric of governance.
We must also recognise and celebrate the remarkable leadership of all of our female trailblazers who have and are paving the way for a brighter and more inclusive Grenada .
These women who had shattered stereotypes and challenged the status quo, advocating for the less fortunate, for women’s rights and social justice, their commitment to continuing to empower women in their community has ignited a wave of optimism and renewal. Grenadian women are fearless, when we raise our voices together, we can shake the status quo to its foundation.
The Honorable Emmalin Pierre, Grenada’s first female political leader is wasting no time in getting her party in line to contest the next parliamentary general election, her leadership style is characterised by pragmatism and compassion, has earned her widespread admirations and respect both in her political party and from women of Grenadian background. She reigns as a trailblazing icon of leadership and resilience, defying expectations and leading her party through a new period of unprecedented transformation and progress after the Hon Keith C. Mitchell, stepped aside in 2024.
The Honorable Emmalin Pierre is headstrong, she is independent and constantly challenges what’s expected of her, particularly as a woman of today, a new generation of women, and outstanding female political leader, self motivator, who understands hard work and who takes pride in and responsibility for her hard work and achievements.
Her potential and skills are undeniable. Emmalin Pierre idea about the purposes of her New National Party is crucial. Her experiences, her ability to communicate, her practical know-how regarding the ins and outs of government – all of these are critically important.
The Honorable Emmalin Pierre, the New National Party New political female leader possess knowledge and understanding and has a moral compass, main ingredients for success. A leader who conducts herself with honor and integrity, empathetic, humble, passionate.
That’s just what we need and want in our leaders.
A political leader who is humble enough to learn to grow and to listen to others. A leader with exceptional leadership qualities who ensure that her party work together cohesively to accomplish it’s goals and to bring people together and to redefine the future by building a work culture that embraces every Grenadian.
” When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan” the people of Grenada are not only groaning but moaning.
By: Helen Grenade