Caribbean Cricket Trust Will Launch SHE CAN Initiative
The trust fund aims to provide year-round contracts for female cricketers in the Caribbean starting in 2027.
Updated on Sept. 20, 2026 in Women’s Issues
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Entrepreneur Tarjia Julien is spearheading the SHE CAN initiative, which officially launches its trust and governance framework on January 27, 2027. The project aims to create a sustainable pipeline for Caribbean female cricketers through year-round contracts.
Why it matters
The initiative seeks to secure the long-term professional development of female athletes in the region by preventing them from leaving the sport after the WCPL season. It ultimately aims to expand the WCPL by adding a Saint Lucia franchise as the league's fifth team by 2028.
The initiative requires a minimum $25 entry cost for fans to join the program. It aims to integrate Saint Lucia as the fifth team in the Women's Caribbean Premier League by 2028.
The players
Tarjia Julien
She is an entrepreneur who spearheaded the development of the SHE CAN initiative to support Caribbean women's cricket.
Deandra Dottin
She is a professional cricketer who serves as a founding contributor to the SHE CAN trust fund.
Karishma Ramharack
She is a professional cricketer and founding investor supporting the development of the SHE CAN initiative.
The details
The fund is supported by resources from the men's game, a Fan Pool Fund, and contributions from cricketers Deandra Dottin and Karishma Ramharack. It serves as a support network that bridges fans, players, corporations, and community organizations to foster talent.
Timeline
January 27, 2027: Official launch of the SHE CAN Trust and governance framework.
2028: Targeted year to add Saint Lucia as the fifth WCPL team.
Roadmap
The initiative follows a broader trend of professionalization within the Women's Caribbean Premier League to increase the league's competitive depth. This effort positions Caribbean women's cricket to better compete for international talent by stabilizing the athlete career path.
Fans and supporters can contribute to the development of regional cricket by joining the initiative with a minimum $25 commitment. This participation directly funds year-round contracts that allow female players to pursue the sport as a full-time profession.
The takeaway
The SHE CAN initiative demonstrates how private funding models can be used to create structural stability for niche professional sports. By lowering the barrier for fan participation, the trust empowers communities to directly support the career longevity of local female athletes.
Further reading
Learn more about the evolving landscape of global athletics in our Women’s Issues section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by St. Lucia Times.
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