President Ali reaffirms commitment to youth development

President Dr Irfaan Ali on Friday held productive discussions with several youngsters from Kwakwani, Region 10 (Upper Demerara-Berbice), at his Shiv Chanderpaul Drive office.

President Irfaan Ali meeting with the youngsters on Friday at Office of the President

President Ali listened to the concerns of the youngsters and the issues surrounding the community and its development.
During the meeting, the Head of State highlighted the objectives of establishing the “One Guyana Commission” and his plans of giving every citizen a fair chance of benefitting from Guyana’s wealth.
He also highlighted his Youth Policy plans which promote youth empowerment while he committed to greater collaboration with residents of the community.
An official team is expected to visit the community next week to hold a consultation.
The Kwakwani contingent included Anita Persaud, Shabeena Clarke, Shalanie Barkoye, Kendea Anderson, Alana Cupidore, Orel Williams, Janesia Primo, Jaleesa Jones and Kendia Anderson.
After the meeting, the residents expressed gratitude to the President for allowing them to meet him and for his commitment towards the development of their community.