She has a deep and passionate concern about development issues and regional integration, and has participated in a number of programs in pursuance of social and economic policy development in Trinidad and Tobago and the region. Over the years she has participated in a host of training workshops and conferences, and has presented papers locally, regionally and internationally.
A firm defender of press freedom, over the years she has participated in a number of media related initiatives and interviews and has written columns and produced and presented radio and television talk shows.