Youth Policy Working Group Deadline Extended

“The deadline for persons to send in their submissions to serve on the National Youth Policy’s Working Group [NYP] has been extended to December 19,” the Government said today.

A spokesperson said, “The public will recall that the Ministry launched the National Youth Policy, a 2020 Throne Speech pledge, last month. The development of the strategy included extensive consultation with a wide range of community groups and partners, including youth representatives from a number of organizations.

“The aim of the NYP is to develop and empower Bermuda’s youth by creating a unified approach to tackle issues faced by Bermuda’s young people.

“The Policy outlines eight specific goals that will provide them with the support they need so that they can have positive and productive futures.

“They are:

• Keep young people safe and protected from harm;
• Achieve full potential in learning, development and education;
• Minimize anti-social behaviour;
• Increase employment and entrepreneurship opportunities;
• Engage youth in sport, culture and recreation;
• Support young people to be active and healthy;
• Enable participation in civic engagement; and
• Encourage diversity and inclusion.

“The Ministry is encouraging interested individuals who wish to serve on the NYP Working Group to visit here. The NYP is available to download at www.youthpolicy.bm.

The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets said, “Bermuda’s future belongs to our young people and we look forward to partnering with those who will serve on the Working Group so that we can all fulfil the vision and mission of the National Youth Policy.”

strong>The full National Youth Policy follows below [PDF here]:

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