BANKS DIH Limited and JCI Guyana continued their annual collaboration as 90 children were exposed to a six-week Literacy/Skill-based Programme at Banks DIH Sports Club, Thirst Park, Greater Georgetown.The programme was held under the theme: “Be Better – Evolving and Thriving in 2015 and Beyond.”

A press release said that the objectives were to provide opportunities for young children to utilise their time beneficially, increase literacy and creative skills, teach them the social graces, principles and protocols, and empower them with the tools to become better individuals.
Banks DIH Limited Training Manager Mr. Henry Lewis, in closing remarks said the curriculum has laid the foundation to benefit the lives of the young participants aged four to 14 years old, who were exposed to life-skills.
He expressed gratitude to JCI and Banks DIH Limited for organising the programme, and noted that such activities leave positive impressions on the participants.
According to the release, the programme covered literacy exercises, painting, craft, sports, tours to places of interest and counselling sessions facilitated by Ms. Allison Alexander of the Ministry of Tourism, Ms. Lisette Wills, JCI Guyana Senator and representatives of the West Demerara Dental Health Centre.
The curtain came down with a grand variety concert and exhibition, as the participants displayed their talent in poetry, songs, skits and a fashion display showcasing their work.