Youth organisation show off their strengths

(CNS): Over 40 youth organizations, sports associations and schools exhibited at the Cayman Islands Youth Development Consortium’s (CIYDC) Celebrate Our Youth Day on Saturday. Described as “a national celebration of partnerships and opportunities”  guests at the event included various government officials and dignitaries. “So many times we look at what is wrong with our students,” said CIYDC Director Sylvia Wilks but she said Saturday was to focus on their successes and strengths. The event, which included a youth expo and awards ceremony, focused on the positive contributions made by young people, while also highlighting the many ways youth can become involved in their community. 

It was initiated by CIYDC in January 2010 when the premier signed a proclamation to observe January as Support Our Youth Month.

For more information on CIYDC and Support Our Youth Month, visit http://www.supportingcaymanyouth.com/support_our_youth_month_2012.html