The month of October has been launched as NationalYouth Month. The announcement was made during a press conference held atthe Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture on Monday, 26th September. TheMinister, Hon. Mario Bowleg said observance of Youth Month was a long time incoming since in-person celebrations were hampered due to COVID-19 protocols.
“We as a Ministry are so happy to announce the launch of in-person activities forthe 2022 National Youth Month Celebrations. Our young people have been ableto survive the past two-and-a-half years of this pandemic through their resilienceand pure grit, we salute and applaud them.”
He said this year’s theme, ‘Youth Building a B.O.L.D. Future: Bright, Optimistic,Label-less and Diverse’ speaks to the current space that young people exist in asthey forge new pathways for themselves and walk boldly in the direction of theirdreams.
“During the celebrations of this month our bright and optimistic youth will be ondisplay for the entire world to see. Our commitment is to be as inclusive and asdiverse as is needed and to lead the charge in dropping all labels that are so oftenplaced on our young people and instead taking the time to shine the light on thelimitless possibilities that exist.”
He said that they were especially pleased that many of the Family Islands arejoining in the celebrations. “So whether you reside in New Providence or in NorthAndros, Marsh Harbour, Georgetown, Matthew Town, Bannerman Town or EightMile Rock, there is a range of activities designed for you.
“As a part of our celebrations we are always delighted to partner with youthstakeholders and this year is no different, so I wish to take this opportunity tothank those who have joined this year’s celebrations in a formal way and [will be]hosting events for all to enjoy.”
During the month of activities, persons who contributed to the development ofyouth in the country will also be recognized and honored for their contributions.
Among them will be a couple from Grand Bahama who will be recognized as‘Lifetime Achievement Honourees’: They are Leslie and Yvonne McDonald, whowill serve as this year’s patrons.
Minister Bowleg said it is the intent of his team to ensure that by the end ofOctober, every Bahamian through the length and breadth of the country wouldhave a greater appreciation for the patrons’ work and legacy: Mr. McDonald asFounder of ‘Legends Marching Band’ and Mrs. McDonald as Commandant of theGrand Bahama Girls’ Brigade. Community builder, educator and sports legend,Anita Doherty, will also be honored posthumously.
“I invite the public to join us in giving special honor to these pioneers in youthdevelopment,” said Mr. Bowleg. “So as Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Isend out a clarion call to one and all, National Youth Month is here, join us as wecelebrate our youth who are building a bold future for themselves and forgenerations to come.”
The month of celebrations will include a number of activities beginning onOctober 1 with a Church Service. Events will also include concerts, a youthleadership summit, speech competition, cooking competition, scavenger hunt,youth rally, youth award ceremony among other activities. The month will endwith ‘Youth in Parliament’ and ‘Youth in the Senate’.
The month of October has been launched as National
Youth Month. The announcement was made during a press conference held at
the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture on Monday, 26th September. The
Minister, Hon. Mario Bowleg said observance of Youth Month was a long time in
coming since in-person celebrations were hampered due to COVID-19 protocols.
“We as a Ministry are so happy to announce the launch of in-person activities for
the 2022 National Youth Month Celebrations. Our young people have been able
to survive the past two-and-a-half years of this pandemic through their resilience
and pure grit, we salute and applaud them.”
He said this year’s theme, ‘Youth Building a B.O.L.D. Future: Bright, Optimistic,
Label-less and Diverse’ speaks to the current space that young people exist in as
they forge new pathways for themselves and walk boldly in the direction of their
dreams.
“During the celebrations of this month our bright and optimistic youth will be on
display for the entire world to see. Our commitment is to be as inclusive and as
diverse as is needed and to lead the charge in dropping all labels that are so often
placed on our young people and instead taking the time to shine the light on the
limitless possibilities that exist.”
He said that they were especially pleased that many of the Family Islands are
joining in the celebrations. “So whether you reside in New Providence or in North
Andros, Marsh Harbour, Georgetown, Matthew Town, Bannerman Town or Eight
Mile Rock, there is a range of activities designed for you.
“As a part of our celebrations we are always delighted to partner with youth
stakeholders and this year is no different, so I wish to take this opportunity to
thank those who have joined this year’s celebrations in a formal way and [will be]
hosting events for all to enjoy.”
During the month of activities, persons who contributed to the development of
youth in the country will also be recognized and honored for their contributions.
Among them will be a couple from Grand Bahama who will be recognized as
‘Lifetime Achievement Honourees’: They are Leslie and Yvonne McDonald, who
will serve as this year’s patrons.
Minister Bowleg said it is the intent of his team to ensure that by the end of
October, every Bahamian through the length and breadth of the country would
have a greater appreciation for the patrons’ work and legacy: Mr. McDonald as
Founder of ‘Legends Marching Band’ and Mrs. McDonald as Commandant of the
Grand Bahama Girls’ Brigade. Community builder, educator and sports legend,
Anita Doherty, will also be honored posthumously.
“I invite the public to join us in giving special honor to these pioneers in youth
development,” said Mr. Bowleg. “So as Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, I
send out a clarion call to one and all, National Youth Month is here, join us as we
celebrate our youth who are building a bold future for themselves and for
generations to come.”
The month of celebrations will include a number of activities beginning on
October 1 with a Church Service. Events will also include concerts, a youth
leadership summit, speech competition, cooking competition, scavenger hunt,
youth rally, youth award ceremony among other activities. The month will end
with ‘Youth in Parliament’ and ‘Youth in the Senate’.
