On August 12, 2015, students and Faculty members of Texila American University (TAU) participated in YOUTH EXPO 2015 under the theme "Come Let’s Celebrate Being a Youth". The event was hosted by the Ministry of Public Health Adolescent Health Unit in collaboration with the Ministry of Education Department of Culture, Youth & Sport.
The Expo intended to positively influence young people by: 1) Promoting healthier lifestyle choices among youth; 2) Bringing together youths from different spheres of Guyana in order to educate them on the various youth organisations and job opportunities and; 3) Raising awareness on issues that affect youth such as suicide, inter-partner violence, teenage pregnancy and drug and alcohol abuse.
This event showcasedvarious youth organizations and provided valuable learning experiences for participants.Youth Expo participants received statewide recognition of talent while being presented with opportunities to further develop their leadership and communication skills, network with new people, build self-confidence, develop new friendships, and have fun at the Expo.
TAU was honored to be part of the event and continues to support the Government of Guyana and Civil Society in their efforts to engage young people and raise awareness about various social issues.
The Expo intended to positively influence young people by: 1) Promoting healthier lifestyle choices among youth; 2) Bringing together youths from different spheres of Guyana in order to educate them on the various youth organisations and job opportunities and; 3) Raising awareness on issues that affect youth such as suicide, inter-partner violence, teenage pregnancy and drug and alcohol abuse.
This event showcasedvarious youth organizations and provided valuable learning experiences for participants.Youth Expo participants received statewide recognition of talent while being presented with opportunities to further develop their leadership and communication skills, network with new people, build self-confidence, develop new friendships, and have fun at the Expo.
TAU was honored to be part of the event and continues to support the Government of Guyana and Civil Society in their efforts to engage young people and raise awareness about various social issues.
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