Eveline Henriquez-Dijkhoffz

Social Economic Council Sint Maarten

The Social Economic Council Sint Maarten (in Dutch: 'Sociaal-Economische Raad (SER) Sint Maarten') is an independent advisory body of country Sint Maarten, established by law. Upon request or at its own initiative, the SER advises government on issues of social and economic policy. Thus, the SER provides a forum where consultation takes place among social and economic partners in order to ensure sound public policy. This consultation results in public advisory reports, supported by data, analyses, arguments and recommendations. The advice government receives from the SER allows it to determine whether there is sufficient support among the various representative members for a particular policy initiative. Unanimous advice clearly indicates broad support, whereas minority opinions show government how opinions are divided among certain important sectors of society. More information on the SER Sint Maarten can be found on the SER website www.ser.sx including an up-to-date list of Council members, news and press releases.