ERC takes holiday cheer to children of Kabakaburi

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) spread festive cheer to children in Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) on Wednesday with a toy distribution exercise at the Kabakaburi Nursery and Kabakaburi Primary Schools.
As part of its ongoing efforts to promote unity and inclusion, ERC Chairman Shaikh Moeen-ul-Hack and Commissioners Norris Witter, Ashton Simon, Ras Khafra, Pandit Krishn Sharma, and Reverend Alphonso Porter visited the riverine community to personally distribute toys, games, and educational materials to students.
During the activity, Commissioners interacted with students, teachers, and parents, emphasising the importance of mutual respect and togetherness. Chairman Moeen-ul-Hack highlighted that the holiday season provides an opportunity to reinforce the values of unity, inclusion, and respect and to remind communities that every region and every citizen is a valued part of Guyana’s society.
Headteachers of both schools expressed appreciation for the initiative, noting that such visits are important for students in hinterland and riverine areas, reinforcing that they are integral members of the wider Guyanese community.
The ERC said the enthusiasm of the children reflects the universal nature of happiness and its role in fostering understanding, unity, and goodwill. The Kabakaburi toy distribution is among several community-focused activities planned by the Commission for the holiday season to strengthen social bonds across the nation.
The Commission also invited the public to the Unity Festival on Sunday, December 14, at the National Park Tarmac. The free, family-friendly event will showcase Guyana’s cultural diversity through food, music, art, and performances, celebrating unity, inclusion, and togetherness.