IN a heartfelt effort to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders, Councillor Ms. Tristan Henry of St. Cuthbert’s Mission/Pakuri Village spearheaded a transformative career development session for students of the St. Cuthbert’s Secondary School.
The initiative, conceptualised and executed by Councillor Henry, brought together young professionals from both the public and private sectors to engage students in an interactive and enlightening exchange focused on career growth, leadership, and personal development.

The distinguished presenters shared invaluable insights into their professional journeys, sparking motivation among the students to envision and pursue their own paths of success.
Councillor Henry expressed deep gratitude to the school’s administration, teachers, and students for their enthusiasm and co-operation, noting that the initiative was driven by her desire to strengthen youth engagement and foster leadership within her community.
“This is just the beginning,” she said, expressing hope for continued partnerships to support youth empowerment and development in St. Cuthbert’s Mission.
She also extended heartfelt appreciation to those who contributed to the success of the event, including Dr Dave Laltoo, Ms. Shenisa Fredericks, Ms. Sasha Lall, Ms. Puja Singh, and Mr. Hardesh Tewari, as well as her family for their steadfast support and encouragement in bringing the vision to life.
Toshao Alvoro Simon, who attended the event, commended Councillor Henry for her leadership and initiative. He emphasised that programmes of this nature are vital to the empowerment and advancement of young people. “I deeply admire the purpose and impact of this initiative,” he said, while extending gratitude to all who played a role in its success.
Echoing these sentiments, Ms. Wynette Samaroo, Headmistress of St. Cuthbert’s Mission Secondary School, lauded the effort, noting that it was both timely and transformative.
“Such initiatives are deeply needed and greatly appreciated by our students,” she remarked. “It is inspiring to see young leaders like Councillor Henry taking active steps to uplift and empower the youth of our community.”
The event marked a meaningful milestone in the community’s ongoing journey toward youth empowerment and development — a testament to the power of collaboration, vision, and leadership in shaping a brighter future for St. Cuthbert’s Mission.