• with vital TIP, drug awareness training

THE Ministry of Home Affairs, through its Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Department, hosted a critical awareness session on Friday, July 18, 2025, targeting 31 workstudy students as part of its continued drive to safeguard young people from human trafficking and drug abuse.

Held in the Ministry’s Board Room, the session was designed to empower students with practical knowledge to identify, resist, and report incidents related to trafficking in persons and illegal drug use, threats that continue to pose serious risks to youth across Guyana.

The session featured two informative presentations. The TIP Department outlined the definition of human trafficking, various forms it can take, key indicators and warning signs to look out for, and provided emergency and support hotline numbers to report suspected cases.

Meanwhile, officers from the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) educated participants on common drugs and narcotics circulating in Guyana, their effects on individuals and communities, and the importance of resisting peer pressure and staying drug-free.

This initiative is part of the Ministry’s broader commitment to prevention, education, and public safety, with a special focus on empowering young people and early-career professionals to play an active role in protecting themselves and their communities from crime.

The Ministry reaffirmed its dedication to continued outreach and training sessions that build awareness, resilience, and a safer Guyana for all.