Basseterre, St. Kitts: A special session of the Federal Parliament of St. Kitts and Nevis was held on Wednesday, November 06, 2024, to honour 25 young individuals who are making a significant and positive impact on the lives of others and contributing to the nation’s development.
The thirteenth cohort of 25 Most Remarkable Teens in St. Kitts and Nevis were recognised in several traditional and non-traditional areas, including Performing Arts and School Pride, Environmental Science, Scholar Athlete, Spirit of Hope, Courage to Overcome, Most Promising Teen, Spiritual Commitment, STEAM, and more.
Governor-General, Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd, sent a message for the occasion that was read by Hasani McDonald, President of the St. Kitts National Youth Parliament Association (SKNYPA).
“These 25 remarkable teens stand out not only for their accomplishments but for their commitment to making a difference often in ways that many may not even dream of at such a young age,” Her Excellency wrote. She added that their contributions to society will “create a better St. Kitts and Nevis.”
“Tonight, we are reminded of the promise,” she said, acknowledging the challenges of antisocial behaviour that some young people have become entangled in. “We are reminded of the promise of positivity and potential that these 25 young people, who we are celebrating tonight, have already demonstrated.”
She emphasised her strong desire for the 13th annual programme to remain a key fixture in the youth development agenda, ensuring that positive young people are honoured, celebrated, and encouraged to continue demonstrating strength, faith, courage, leadership and resilience.
Each of the youth received their awards from Members of Parliament, making the ceremony the most distinctive recognition programme in St. Kitts and Nevis.