The work of Communities Arise in the education of children in Sophia continues to be recognised by organisations and individuals who wish to contribute to the development of Guyana’s children.

Last Monday, the United States-based Guyana United Youth Development Association (GUYDA) donated $US2, 000 the group in support of its work.

The Guyana United Youth Development Association of New York Inc (GUYDA) is a 501 (c) (3) Not for Profit Organisation, whose mission is to support the academic, physical and social development of youths in Guyana.

GUYDA has collaborated with Communities Arise over the years and is very supportive of its Literacy Project. During the school term, sessions providing a sound foundation in reading are conducted on Saturdays from 10:00hrs to 12 noon. Approximately 140 grades three to 11 students from Sophia and other neighbouring communities are enrolled at the project’s three centres in Sophia, C Field and D Field.

GUYDA’s Secretary, Beryl James said the organisation will continue to help in any way possible to ensure that the youths involved in the programme receive the necessary assistance.

Speaking on behalf of Communities Arise, Glenyss James expressed her deep appreciation to GUYDA for their consistent and generous contributions to the project over the years.
Communities Arise, a non-governmental organization, registered under the Friendly Societies Act Chapter 36:04 (No. 1116, 2008), is led by professionals who are passionate about helping vulnerable students to maximise their potential. It facilitates, as far as possible, the attainment of life skills, functional literacy and readiness for the National Grade Six, technical /vocational and CSEC examinations.