A NEW Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme for juveniles has been launched at the Georgetown Training Centre, through a partnership between the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport.
The initiative forms part of the Government’s broader effort to strengthen rehabilitation and reintegration opportunities for young offenders by equipping them with practical skills and structured training.
Six juveniles, five males and one female, have already commenced the programme under the targeted initiative aimed at expanding rehabilitation pathways through skills development and personal growth.
Participants will receive hands-on instruction in a number of vocational areas, including electrical installation, carpentry, and information technology. The programme is designed to provide job-ready technical skills that support future employment and long-term economic independence.
Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond said the initiative underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening rehabilitation efforts within the juvenile justice system.
“Rehabilitation must remain a central pillar of our justice framework. By providing young people with practical skills and structured opportunities for personal development, we create meaningful pathways for reintegration while helping to reduce the likelihood of reoffending,” Walrond said.
Meanwhile, Minister within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport Steven Jacobs highlighted the role of vocational training in creating new opportunities for young people.
“Technical and vocational training provides young people with a pathway to rebuild their lives through productive engagement. This programme reflects our commitment to ensuring that every young person, regardless of circumstances, has access to skills that support independence, dignity, and meaningful participation in national development,” Jacobs said.
The Georgetown Training Centre provides a structured environment where juveniles can develop practical competencies alongside life skills, aimed at strengthening their ability to reintegrate into their communities and pursue more productive futures.
