Naiome Bacchus

EVERY day people are discriminated against, marginalised, bullied and suppressed by the mere words which are uttered by people who share and survive on the same oxygen, share the same space and reside in the same society.

Those persons, who are suffocated by the discriminatory act of others, are however not alone in their battle against the injustice. Young Naiome Bacchus is one of the many persons who are working to eradicate the existing scourge.
As a young lady in the modern society, she believes in using her platform to override meaningless traditions, norms, stigmas, and fears of countless barriers that hinder people from unlocking their greatness.

Being a part of the Rights of the Child Commission as senior youth ambassador created new dimensions for her, dimensions which help her to address issues from the foundation- children’s rights.

Her attachment to the Commission has strengthened her determination to pursue and tackle social issues, especially those which affect children.
Apart from youth empowerment, women empowerment particularly rests on her mind. No, she isn’t a feminist, as both genders are equally vital to balance the scale.

“My aspirations are simple but fulfilling my true purpose in Christ is the one in which all others surround. I want to see a free and fair society with no prejudice…I want to establish a flourishing career in business management and marketing. Someday too, a foundation for children in need because the humane side when added and success comes, should never die but only shine brighter and genuinely,” said Bacchus.

Working with fellow young people allowed her to peek into their world and this made her realise that every individual is unique. They must, however, realise that uniqueness on their own, embrace it and discover themselves before allowing anyone’s negative opinion to “dirty their minds.”

She believes that when you have established your beliefs and set your priorities there is a lesser chance of you being misguided.

“To those, who are lost, you are not alone and it is within your power to decide differently. Youth need to take up the mantle and run with it to disregard issues such as racism, only when we are empowered and working together we achieve more,” said young Bacchus, adding that your situations and barriers do not define where you can go. Be humble in pursuit of your goals and help someone along the way.

Together persons can recreate their healthy cycle of life and grasp towards its true meaning, like Michael Scott said, “you miss 100 per cent of the chances you don’t take.”
So her advice was to do not be afraid to fail at times but persevere through it all. Shatter that glass ceiling!

Bacchus credited her years at the St. Joseph High School for her success so far and the wisdom she has acquired.
That “home” is where she nurtured and explored her talents and stretched her capabilities to the fullest.

She is also a born dancer and so her school was represented well along with other colleagues. Her debating niche came alive whenever competitions arose, this is because of her love for the English Language.

She has “dipped her finger” in every pot possible at St. Joseph High. Copping Miss St. Joseph High was not a new experience but it sure was the most impactful.

Her motivation to accomplish everything comes in several forms, for most people, it is the great ones who have made their mark but for her, it is the people she makes contact with, the ones she witnessed first-hand, struggle to turn their cocoons into butterflies and the ones who have taught her important life lessons.