Annual ‘Day of Interaction’ targets 1000 youths

The Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport is expecting about 1000 youths to participate in this year’s ‘Day of Interaction’ at the Albion Sports Complex, Berbice on September 19.

According to a Government Information Agency (GINA) press release

‘Day of Interaction’ is an initiative the ministry undertook to encourage interaction and foster unity through a number of sport activities. Director of Sport, Neil Kumar, in a recent interview with GINA said more than 1000 youths from 15 Neighbourhood Democratic Councils and three municipalities are expected to participate. He said the event will encourage persons to get involved in sports and to be active, as well as raise awareness about HIV and other STIs.

The initiative started four years ago at Enterprise, East Coast Demerara and attracted participation from residents of Buxton, Annandale, Lusignan and nearby areas. This year, youth will be participating in a number of games including football, volleyball, circle and table tennis, softball cricket, chess and dominoes, with the objective of building friendships and appreciation of each other. The National Sports Commission will be providing the sport gear and trophies.

According to GINA, discussions on HIV/AIDS will also be held and information will be distributed to raise awareness about the infection.