[Overview] [Objective] [Operation] [Staffing]
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The Youth Section believes that young people from any background are capable of making the most of their abilities and talents when they are given two essential things – opportunity and support. The Youth Section is committed to providing both.
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| Devise a National Youth Training Programme |
| Provide youth platforms at regional and national levels |
| Provide support to youth to enable them to set up their own business |
| Encourage youth exchange programmes |
| Promote leisure activities during school holidays |
| Encourage young people to join youth centers |
| Devise a plan of action for young people to have access to new technologies |
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In order to achieve its objectives, the Youth Section is involved in the organisation of and participation in a wide array of activities/programmes at the national, regional and international levels.
These activities/programmes are primarily run through various Youth Centres found in various regions of the island. These centres are fully equipped and are meant to give maximum opportunities to young people to indulge in healthy leisure, vocational and sports activities.
The Youth Division is headed by a Director of Youth Affairs assisted by an Assistant Director of Youth Affairs. They basically provide management support to the Central Administration of the Ministry. The island is divided into ten regions, each under the responsibility of a Principal Youth Officer. The Principal Youth Officer is a technician primarily responsible for the smooth organisation of the various activities/programmes of the Youth Division in his/her area and is assisted by Senior Youth Officers and Youth Officers.
