The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, proudly announced the relaunch of the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program at Oseta Jolly Primary School in Blue Hills on October 28.
This significant event drew attendance from key officials, including the Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture, Hon. Rachel Taylor; Permanent Secretary Cherylann Jones; Ag. Inspector Huntley Forbes; Deputy Director of Education Mark Garland; and other distinguished representatives from the fields of education, law enforcement and community.
Hon. Rachel Taylor delivered an inspiring address, expressing strong support for the DARE Program’s mission to educate and empower youth in making informed, healthy decisions. She extended heartfelt thanks to Education Officer Cunningham and Ag. Inspector Forbes for their dedication and hard work in driving the program forward.
“It takes collaboration and unwavering commitment to make initiatives like DARE successful, and we are grateful to everyone who has worked to bring this program back to life,” said Hon. Taylor.
Ag. Inspector Huntley Forbes provided insight into the challenges and dedication required to relaunch DARE, thanking the Police Force Executive Team, the Ministry of Education, and the program’s instructors for their invaluable support.
“It was not an easy journey, but together we’ve made this possible and will seek to make a positive difference for our youth,” Forbes shared.
The event was marked by a performance from the Oseta Jolly School Choir, concluding the ceremony on a high note, with attendees leaving in high spirits.
SERVICE WITH PRIDE AND INTEGRITY The relaunch of the DARE Program represents a renewed commitment to supporting the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands by equipping young people with the tools and guidance to make positive choices.04th September, 2024.