“The Climbers” humanitarian club launched in Region 2

– aspires to promote volunteerism

By Indrawattie Natram

Launched under the theme, “Working in unity for the betterment of our community”, a group of 18 young people from Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) on Saturday evening came together and formed a new volunteer club called The Climbers.
According to President of the club, Devendra Persaud, the passion for humanitarian service was the foundation for setting up the new club. Persaud said the group was registered under the Friendly Society Act of Guyana with the main aim of promoting service activities throughout various communities.
He said the group was formed of young, energetic and highly motivated individuals who are ready to serve communities within Region Two. The focus will be youth empowerment, health, food security, vision, environment and education.
“We are not just another club; we are a movement, a group of committed individuals selflessly serving our communities,” Persaud said.
As the club’s President, he intends to work with key stakeholders in addressing social issues as well as to create a partnership for the betterment of Region Two. Already, the group is being supported by the Region Two Administration.
Members were inducted during the launch and were challenged to give of their best. The club, at its next meeting, will be planning essential projects that will help further develop communities on the Essequibo Coast.
Attending the launch was Region Two Chairman Devanand Ramdatt, who pledged the Regional Democratic Council’s support. Ramdatt said he always has had a passion for working with young people and commended them for forming the club. He, however, urged them to keep the same spirit and zest and to continue to build partnerships so that Guyana could become a better place. He called on the group of Climbers to be involved in activities and seminars that would fight against suicide, which is a major issue affecting the county. He also called on members to display civic responsibility.
Serving as Charter Members are Vice President Mohabir Persaud, Secretary Bibi Wazeefa Latifd, Assistant Secretary Keshwantie Singh, Treasurer Thareshme Persaud, Fundraising Co-ordinator Yasuda Chowtie, Service Activities Coordinator Roshini Chowtie, Membership Coordinator Malesha Deonarine, Public Relations Officer Chandrashekar Sharma and Sergeant -at-Arms Bishawn Persaud. Directors include Wazeeda Bacchus and Tianna Ramlakhan. Other members are Ashmieny Ramnarine, Darren Singh, Michelle Assad, and Reneeta Latchman.