“See things from the boy’s point of view” - Robert Baden Powell
Congrats to Russell Campbell
“Save the Future, Save Our Youth”
On receiving a Chevening Scholarship!
ScoutsTT National Youth Council Speaks Out
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As members of ScoutsTT’s National Youth Council, we strongly condemn the wave of violence and ill-treatment that has been recently plaguing the youth of Trinidad and Tobago. Recently, we have noticed that the nation’s young people are being too frequently confronted by various forms of harm such as physical and emotional abuse, crime, neglect, sexual harassment and early marriage.
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Perhaps the most alarming aspect of these occurrences is that it takes place in areas that should be safe havens for young people. Forms of violence originating from the home, school and community rob our children of all trust in those who they see as mentors. It deprives them of their comfort, tranquillity, aspirations and the
Cub Scouts from Penal Adventurers, led by Akela, Lisa Heeralal, took part in the International Coastal Cleanup at Quinam Beach.
CNIRD, the Caribbean Network for Integrated Rural Development is the national coordinator for the Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup in Trinidad and Tobago.
opportunity to become the best that they can be. The most recent and tragic story of nine-year old Cyon’s death emphasizes this perilous atmosphere that has been created, depriving our youth of a key developmental requirement – peace of mind. How are the members of the youth population expected to feel safe within their community if they can’t even walk out to a nearby parlour to purchase food for their family? ScoutsTT’s mission is to help to develop young people to their full potential so that they can contribute positively to their local, national and international community. Therefore, when we see such a great hindrance toward the development of our
Russell is a member of the Couva District Council and, as a member of the interim National Youth Council, was an integral part of the Forum Planning team for our National Youth Forum.
nation’s youth, we refuse to sit idly by with our mouths shut, someone must end this unbearable silence! We as a nation must be continually mindful that our youth are our future leaders and that our country’s tomorrow is only as good as theirs. It is therefore of vital importance that we protect and nurture the young people of Trinidad and Tobago, work together to end all violence against the youth and help to remove all other obstacles in the path to their success. ScoutsTT sends condolences to the family of young Cyon in this troubling time as well as any families that have experienced such injustice.
Chevening Scholarships are awarded to outstanding emerging leaders to pursue a one-year master’s at any UK university. The scholarship programme provides a unique opportunity for future leaders, influencers, and decisionmakers from all over the world to develop professionally and academically, network extensively, experience UK culture, and build lasting positive relationships with the UK. A Chevening Scholarship offers financial support along with the opportunity to become part of the highly regarded and influential Chevening global network.
British High Commissioner, Tim Stew presenting Russell Campbell with his certificate
Russell is one of four scholars, and will be pursuing an LLM in Law at University College London. We wish him all the best and know that he will continue to strive for excellence!
Scouting for Food ScoutsTT’s national food drive continued with a donation of 18 food hampers to needy individuals and families at Living Water Community in Port of Spain on Wednesday, September 14th. Through the support of project sponsors, Massy Foundation, the food drive launched in May 2016. Since then, Massy Stores have come on board as partners and supported the project by placing collection bins at all of their locations across the country. Further to this, Massy Stores facilitated the printing of “Gifta-Bag” tickets and the purchase of items for the “Gift-a-Bag” hampers. These tickets were designed to give a more personal touch to the donations, by which people can give the gift of a bag of groceries (valued at $100) to someone they may know who is in need.
National Scout Commissioner, Roger Berkeley (Left) and Marketing and Communications Advisor, Yvan Mendoza (Right) on hand for the distribution
The recipients will then be able to redeem their tickets at FEEL Warehouse (Laventille), Charran’s Book Store (Chaguanas) and Boodram’s Den (3rd T’dad Sea Scouts’ HQ— San Fernando) on September 30th and October 28th. Tickets are available at the national office (624-7271) and from members of the association.