Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Steven Jacobs, today met with a group of former and current national athletes for a very meaningful discussion on athlete welfare, mentorship, and the future of sports in Guyana.
Among other things, the group explored how they can be part of a mentorship programme led by the Ministry.
According to Minister, they also shared experiences, and exchanged ideas on how they can collectively move sports forward.
“These engagements are just as important as our meetings with sporting associations because as we build world class facilities, strengthen our sports product, and expand into sports tourism, we must also invest in our most valuable resource; our people,” the minister said in a social media post following the meeting.
Discussions also focused on creating career pathways for former athletes in coaching and training.
They also talked about the importance of marrying sports and education.
“I’m especially pleased that every athlete present committed to being part of this process. Many expressed how grateful they were to be included and to contribute once again to shaping the future of sports in Guyana. Their experience and passion remain invaluable, and together, we will continue building a stronger, more sustainable sporting landscape for generations to come,” the minister emphasised.
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