MP Michael Weeks On International Youth Day

“The Progressive Labour Party joins people from around the world in observing International Youth Day,” said Shadow Minister Michael Weeks.

“As Whitney Houston once sang, ‘I believe the children are our future..’ and so we must work to ensure that our children have the tools, support and education to earn positions of leadership in our community, our economy and on the global stage.

“Today, our thoughts go out to our young people who having completed their education, face few job prospects or entry level positions requiring years of experience, that they don’t have. We pray that rather than becoming disenchanted, you will persevere and consider focusing on what you can do to create an opportunity for yourself. Whether starting your own business or identifying a service need in our community, you possess the talent and intellect to create your own employment.

“To our young people presently in school, continue to pursue academic and athletic excellence, secure in the knowledge that there is a bright future ahead of you. Begin to focus on how you can move our country forward and how you can make positive change.

“There are those who remain caught up in crime, drugs and gangs. We must ensure that while punishment is swift and certain, we must also be willing to allow and encourage redemption.

“The youth are our future and we are but caretakers of Bermuda until the time comes for them to take the reigns. Let us commit to working for our children and the future of Bermuda,” concluded Mr Weeks.

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