The sun has set on yet another year in our lives. 2010 is here and we anticipate continued progress and sustained peace in Guyana. 2009 has been a successful year for some, while it has also been a challenging year for others. As we celebrate the dawning of this New Year, we may wish to take time to review our successes and challenges and at the same time with zeal work to realize our projections for the New Year.

The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) acknowledges the support, the receptivity, confidence and faith that Guyanese have expressed in it. We were pleased to serve in the past and look forward to offering, to all Guyanese, service with the highest levels of excellence and professionalism in 2010.

The Commission urges Guyanese to continue in the noble task of Nation building, especially as we prepare to celebrate our 40th year as a Republic.

The Commission looks forward to working with all stakeholders more especially our political leaders in ensuring a country free from fear, free from discrimination, where people are free to attain the highest goals.
We wish all Guyanese a peaceful, productive and successful 2010.