After attaining a nursing and midwifery degree, she studied law, but was refused permission to take a bar examination based on her gender.

She opened a grocery store for the surrounding community so that they would not have to make the long journey for supplies, as well as establishing a clinic for medical care.

[2] In 1948, a disastrous fire wiped out the heart of the capital causing widespread destruction of businesses and property, leaving many homeless and without means of support.

[5] Augustin brought displaced carpenters to her estate to teach furniture making to the men in the local community, providing employment and creating an industry for many.

[1][6] Augustin made one of the largest contributions from individuals from St. Lucia to support the Princess Alice Appeal for the College of the West Indies in 1955.

[7] She was reappointed to serve on the Legislative Council in 1957 and[6] that same year was honored as an officer of the Order of the British Empire, for her public services.