Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): Partners in youth development were recognized for their contributions in 2023, as the Department of Youth Empowerment culminated celebrations for Youth Month on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the annual Youth Service Reception and Awards. The reception was held at the Royal St. Kitts Hotel. Recognition was also given to those who have partnered with the department over the years.
The ceremony was attended by Acting Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, Minister of State for Youth Empowerment, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, and Permanent Secretary of Youth Empowerment, Janelle Lewis-Tafari.
Minister of State Phillip reflected on the tremendous achievements in 2023 and commended the many volunteers, organizations, and businesses that willingly give their time, efforts and resources to assist the department in carrying out its mandate to provide efficient and effective services to foster youth development.
“We are grateful to have you all here as key stakeholders, supporters, friends, allies, and this is the way that we are saying thank you for everything that you do to support the work of youth development across St. Kitts and the wider Federation,” she stated while giving brief welcome remarks.
The winner, first and second runners-up of the High School Chef Competition were awarded their prizes at the Youth Service Reception, while certificates were presented to persons who successfully completed the CPR Certification Courses held in November.