Work in partnership – Sukhai to Region 8 communities

…development of villages discussed

Amerindian Affairs Minister Pauline Sukhai and her team visited Micobie in Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) on Saturday at the invitation of the villagers to address development issues within the community.
The Minister listened to several concerns from residents affected by the tragic Mahdia fire that claimed the lives of 20 children in May and pledged continued support. This is in addition to the counselling services being provided to the survivors and families by the Health Ministry.
Sukhai also visited the families of three students from El Paso, who survived the deadly fire.
Discussions were also held to advance development within the communities.
The Council and villagers were advised to work in partnership to bring benefits to the community with a special focus on women and youths.
Sukhai, a Department of Public Information (DPI) report said, indicated the Village Council and residents should meet to address the completion of their village’s sustainable plans which will outline the development priorities.
Concerns were raised about temporary systems to accommodate students who are unable to attend classes due to the Mahdia Secondary School dormitory being destroyed.
The Minister assured that the matter was being discussed with consultations over the sectors and the residents would soon be provided with a solution.
Meanwhile, Minister Sukhai handed over two sewing machines to Community Service Officers (CSOs) to support them in establishing micro businesses in garment construction.
Additionally, bags of rice were also handed over to the Micobie Village Council, benefiting approximately 180 households in this village.
During the visit, an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) was delivered to the Chairman of the settlement of Wailiang/ Kurobrong, Region Eight.