VISION 2020
THE People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) alliance is pleased to present its 2015 Manifesto – Our Vision: Guyana Version 2.0, for the people for 2020 and beyond. This document captures where we want to take Guyana, the policies we intend to pursue, and the core values to which we subscribe. This Vision is realistic, achievable and builds on existing accomplishments. It is a roadmap of strategies, policies and plans premised on a united people, reaching even greater heights of prosperity. It presents a vision of building together one nation, with a common future.
Vision 2020:
1. A united country where all our people regardless of gender, race, ethnicity or religious affiliation can continue to reach new heights in peace and harmony.
2. A proud country playing a leadership role in regional and hemispheric cooperation and integration.
3. A beacon of environmental stewardship for the rest of the world and a leader in charting a new developmental path for green growth.
4. A country that is a model of cultural and religious tolerance.
5. A country where our people respect hard work and honest living.
6. A democratic country governed by the rule of law and where the Constitution is sacrosanct; where the rights and freedoms of the individual are safeguarded and where there are effective and efficient law-enforcement and judicial systems in place.
7. A nation where poverty is eliminated and where the fruits of economic growth are fairly and equitably distributed.
8. A globally respected, sovereign and independent Guyana with secure borders, enjoying friendly and good relations with our neighbours.
9. A country with a sustainable, expanded, modern and diversified economy with new frontiers of economic growth, job-creation programmes and transformative infrastructure.
10. A Guyana with modern industries, innovative technologies, attracting investment, improving the competitiveness of our goods and services and a Brand Guyana boosting growth.
11. A nation linked through markets and communications to the rest of the world, a gateway to South America and a hub for markets to the North and South.
12. A country where transparency and accountability are principles that guide our work.
13. A country with equal opportunities for all; where people can access opportunities to pursue their goals as workers, farmers, entrepreneurs and professionals in a safe and secure environment.
14. A country where children can work towards and achieve their dreams.
15. A country providing world- class healthcare and educational services to all its people; technical and tertiary education for all to meet the needs of Guyana.
16. A caring and responsible society in which the needs of the elderly and retired are taken care of, so that they can spend their golden years in even greater dignity.
17. A Guyana where the security services are properly resourced to guarantee internal security and so be able to protect our territorial integrity.
18. A Nation that ensures the social, emotional and mental well-being of its citizens, particularly the most vulnerable groups ( women, children, disabled, elderly and youth)
19. Implementing a governance model of empowering and devolving greater responsibilities and autonomy to local government authorities; deepening inclusivity and bringing decision- making closer to the people.
20. Support the development of Amerindian peoples’ quality of life, so as to ensure cultural preservation and social advancement.
We aim to live in a united, vibrant, prosperous country, proud of our cultural, religious and ethnic diversity. We will be better educated, healthier, live longer, live in our own homes, make optimal use of information technology, and work in better- paying jobs. As a nation, we are committed to pursuing economic and social justice for all, committed to gender equality, family values and protection of the welfare of our women, children, the elderly and the poor, and providing opportunities for our people to develop their talents in sports and culture. Our country will be proudly playing a leadership role in the global effort for a better, hunger-free world, a safer and more sustainable environment, and promoting better options for managing climate change.