Young Student Leads the Way in Guyana's Fight for a Substance-Free Society

Young Student Leads the Way in Guyana’s Fight for a Substance-Free Society

Jul 16, 2023 News

Harini Dave conducting a session with the students of the Sarsawattie Vidya Niketan School

Kaieteur News – In a world where drug and alcohol abuse pose serious challenges for societies, it is refreshing to witness the determination and passion of a young individual striving to make a difference. Meet Harini Dave, a remarkable 15-year-old student from the Emma Willard School, New York, USA who led a Drug and Alcohol Abuse Programme during her summer vacation in Guyana.

Harini Dave with students from ETI

Her goal is clear: to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of drug and alcohol use and abuse and foster a sense of responsibility and prevention among young people.

Harini’s initiative stands out not only due to her age but also because of the comprehensive nature of her programme. She has made it a point to engage with diverse segments of society, including schools, communities and local organizations, ensuring a multi-faceted approach to tackling these issues.

Harini’s programme included informative sessions held with students of the Sarsawattie Vidya Niketan School and the Essequibo Technical Institute, while teachers, students and other members of society were actively engaged at her programme in the Mahaica community.

Through these engagements, she effectively presented facts, dispelled myths and emphasized the importance of making informed choices. Startlingly, Harini shared that recent studies have shown that some Guyanese children start drinking at the age of 9. Motivated by this shocking reality, she redoubled her efforts to educate and combat drug and alcohol abuse among young people in Guyana.

Supported by the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha, Harini’s efforts have gained recognition and appreciation from community leaders who commended her for her commitment and the positive impact she is already making within such a short span of time.

Harini’s journey serves as a testament to the power of youth activism and the significant role young people can play in effecting change. By taking proactive steps to address social issues, she inspires others to follow suit and fosters a sense of responsibility in the younger generation. Her determination and dedication fuel her aspiration to create a society free from the clutches of substance abuse, and through this initiative, she is rewriting the narrative, one community at a time.

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Harini's programme, New York, the Emma Willard School, USA who led a Drug and Alcohol Abuse Programme

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