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Future positives highlighted on International Youth Day – emphasis placed on development and “transforming education”
Minister of Education, Dr. Nicolette Henry, yesterday expressed her views on Guyana joining the rest of the world in observing International Youth Day 2019, which was celebrated under the theme “Transforming Education”.
Minister of Education, Dr. Nicolette Henry
Minister Henry drew attention to this year’s theme, as well as the importance of youth development and the commitment of the Government of Guyana to achieving universal quality education.
The Minister said, “According to the United Nations, this theme is intended to “highlight efforts to make education more inclusive and accessible for all youth, including efforts by youth themselves. Rooted in Goal 4 of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development – to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” –, International Youth Day 2019 will examine how Governments, young people and youth-led and youth-focused organizations, as well as other stakeholders, are transforming education so that it becomes a powerful tool to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Here in Guyana we are committed to achieving universal access to quality education. To this end, the Ministry of Education continues to work with stakeholders to improve the quality of education delivery. We have begun the process of education reform which involves, curriculum reformation, strategic planning and shifting to more technologically-enabled learning experience.
The Government of Guyana is committed and determined to placing our young people at the forefront of our national development, making sure that – regardless of where they call home – all of our students must have equal access to the resources and opportunities that will allow them to cultivate their abilities and reach their full potential. The Youth Innovation Programme, the reintegration of our teenage mothers into formal education and the Public Education Transportation System (PETS) better known as the 5Bs are all initiatives that are rolling back inequality for thousands of Guyanese Youth.
I also on this occasion, endorse UNFPA (The United Nations Population Fund)’s position that “The crucial role quality education plays in youth development is well recognized. In addition, comprehensive youth development benefits society-at-large. However, what is less known is the fact that young people themselves are active champions of inclusive and accessible education. Youth-led organizations, as well as individual youth, together with various stakeholders and Governments, are concretely transforming education so that it becomes a fundamental tool both for sustainable development and for the full inclusion of various social groups”. As we celebrate our young people, let’s use this occasion to further galvanize our efforts to transform education across the globe.”
Meanwhile, Corporate Paralegal Ayodele Roache also gave words of encouragement on the occasion. “Take this day to reminisce on how far you have come and how much you have accomplished for yourself and your country”
When asked about her views on Guyana joining the celebration of International Youth Day, she reflected that “it is evident that the works and efforts of the youths here in Guyana are being noticed and celebrated”.
She further mentioned that “the youth should focus on how they will move forward together with fellow youth to build this great nation. I also encourage other persons to support the youth on their journey and tell them how much their contribution to society is appreciated”.
“Youth in Guyana need to continue their journey towards building the country, and this can be done when we begin and thank our fellow youth for their contributions to Guyana and the world at large.
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