Twenty-nine young people graduated on Friday from Republic Bank Limited’s (RBL) Youth Apprentice-ship programme 2013/ 2014, which seeks to facilitate a successful transition from school into the work environment.
The ceremony, held at the Savanah Suite, Pegasus Hotel, marked the 6th anniversary of the programme which also seeks to achieve the bank’s vision of building successful societies, and making a difference by playing an integral role in national development. The programme also falls under the bank’s social investment initiative – the Power to Make a Difference – where community projects and initiatives are undertaken, with an overarching aim to improve lives, foster dreams, positively shape circumstances, hone potential and reward excellence.
RBL’s Managing Director John Alves, in his remarks, reflected on the six years of the programme and lauded his company’s contribution to society since a total of 150 persons have benefited from the programme to date. He elaborated on how it facilitates the smooth transition from secondary school to the world of work. He described the programme as affording secondary school graduates the opportunity to experience the working world in a nurturing, safe and professional environment. He said the programme allows for the bank to impart relevant skills and training that should bring about a
