THE Caribbean Regional Youth Council (CRYC), through a press release, extended sincerest condolences to the citizens of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas as they mourn the loss of their loved ones due to Hurricane Dorian. The CRYC also stands with them as they come to grips with the tragic loss of personal property and significant devastation occurring in those islands hardest hit by Dorian.

“The CRYC expresses gratitude to first responders and all medical personnel who have worked valiantly to ensure they bring relief and comfort to all of those persons who were affected.

“We are especially grateful for the safe keeping of our Chairperson Mr. Shaquille Knowles and his family; our Vice-Chair for Resource Mobilization, Mr. Marcos Ambrister and his family; and Member of our Extended Committee for Information and Communications, Mr. De’Angelo Collie and his family,” the press release said.

It said that to the countless others “who we regularly connect with through Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and even those unconnected to us, please know that you are in our thoughts and we pray for your safety and that of your family.”

CRYC also called on all other youth-serving organizations to mobilize the young people in their country and to be a part of the collection and rebuilding process. “No donation is too small and all basic amenities are needed. Every dollar counts and can save a life. #YouthHelpingYouth.”

The group said that it will continue to publicize donation locations around the world as they receive them, and encouraged others to share this information with them so that donations would be able to get to those most in need.