TWENTY-THREE residents of Region Two have successfully completed the City & Guilds Electrical Installation Course through the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security’s Women’s Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN), in partnership with Nations Inc. The training was held at the Essequibo Technical Institute (ETI).

The WIIN programme continues to transform lives across Guyana, offering accessible opportunities that demonstrate that learning and empowerment have no age limit.

Senior Training Officer attached to the ministry and assigned to the WIIN programme, Ms. Nandanie Persaud, said the ministry is proud to provide free technical and vocational training aimed at empowering vulnerable women, while also ensuring inclusivity by welcoming male participants.

She noted that the ministry has supported the establishment of numerous women-owned businesses through WIIN’s initiatives.

Ms. Persaud congratulated the new graduates on behalf of Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, and encouraged them to continue building on the skills they have gained.

Among the graduating class, 65-year-old Nandranie Immretie stood out as an inspiring example of perseverance and lifelong learning.

After completing the two-week programme, she expressed gratitude for the opportunity to finally learn basic electrical installation, something she had always hoped to do. Her accomplishment embodies WIIN’s mission to help women grow, build confidence, and create meaningful opportunities for themselves and their families.

Meanwhile, tutors Bisham Persaud and Lakeram Bissessar also commended the strong turnout of women in the programme and extended heartfelt thanks to the ministry for providing such valuable and empowering training to the public.

“We are happy that so many persons showed the interest in upgrading their skills and to ensure that they made the time,” Persaud said.