The Amerindian Hostel on Princess Street, Georgetown has received a boost to its daily operations with the donation of a minibus by the Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs Ministry.
Indigenous Peoples Affairs Minister Sydney Allicock (right) handing over the keys of the vehicle to the hostel administrator, Claire Emanuel. Also in photo are Junior Minister Valarie Garrido-Lowe and Permanent Secretary Alfred King
Speaking at the simple handing over ceremony, Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs Minister Sydney Allicock indicated that the hostel’s challenges in having limited resources have been recognised, and he assured of better collaboration in addressing the needs of hinterland peoples.
Receiving the keys to the vehicle was administrator of the facility, Claire Emmanuel.
“I know it will benefit the people here in terms of transporting them to and from the hospital. It’s been difficult over the years, and this transportation being provided will benefit them,” the administrator stated.
The Amerindian Hostel was built to accommodate hinterland students attending schools on the coast, as well as patients who would have been referred to the Georgetown Public Hospital (GPHC) for medical attention.
Over the years, the facility has expanded its services to cater to the needs of persons in difficult situations, including victims of domestic violence, trafficking in persons, discharged prisoners, or any similar situation. This hostel houses on average more than 100 persons per month.
