THE Humanitarian Mission Guyana Inc. (HMGI) recently hosted its graduation ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of its most recent batch of 100 skilled trainees.

The ceremony, which was held at HMGI, recognised the graduating batch from across several disciplines, including cosmetology, information technology, makeup, hair, nails and cake decoration.

Present at the graduation was Minister with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, who told the graduating cohort that, as young Guyanese, they saw the necessity and opportunity to, and the importance of, upskilling themselves.

He said, “You recognised that there is a market out there, and you can take advantage of that market out there and position yourself to deliver those services.”

Minister Singh told the graduates that it doesn’t matter what task it is that they’re doing.

“It could be design of programmes, leaflets, flyers. It could be make-up. It could be doing IT services, printing documents for people, designing documents for people. It could be any one of the areas that you have learned during the course of this training programme. I’m extremely pleased that you recognised that those opportunities exist and that they’re seasonal as well,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Regional Chairman extended congratulations to the graduates on their dedication, and perseverance throughout their training.

He said, “The work being done here is not just about training individuals; it’s about building a stronger society.” He added, “As you step forward today, know that you are an essential part of our region’s growth and future.”

Armogan emphasised the government’s commitment to empowering citizens through skills development and vocational education. At the same time, he encouraged graduates to utilise their newly acquired skills to secure employment and to become innovators and entrepreneurs within their communities.

Further, the chairman noted that the BIT remains committed to lending support to institutions like HMGI, which play a critical role in transforming the lives of Guyanese.

Notably, a graduate, Ravina Adhari, who spoke at the ceremony expressed her heartfelt thanks to HMGI for providing the opportunity to persons interested in upskilling themselves.

Adhari, a teacher, participated in the make-up artistry programme.

She affirmed that the training sessions were more than that. They were opportunities for all participants in the class to support each other’s growth and successes throughout, she said.

“I plan to continue this journey. I hope to one day step into the make-up business because I believe there is more to me than just being a teacher. There’s a creative spirit ready to shine,” the proud graduate added.

The organisation is focused on imparting practical skills for employability, delivering high-quality, hands-on training at affordable rates. This ensures that education remains accessible while also sustaining its operations.

The HMGI was founded on principles of compassion and equity, and provides education, vocational training, and community development programmes aimed at uplifting vulnerable populations. Through partnerships and grassroots action, the mission drives long-term change in Guyana and beyond.