HUMANITARIAN Mission Guyana Inc celebrated the graduation of 85 students during its 2026 Graduation Ceremony, as the organisation reaffirmed its commitment to education, empowerment and community development.
A total of 120 certificates were presented to participants who successfully completed vocational and skills-training programmes designed to equip individuals with practical, marketable skills that support employment, entrepreneurship and financial independence.
Graduates received certificates in Cooking, Cake Decorating, Pastry Baking, Sewing, Makeup Artistry, Basic Nail Technology, Advanced Nail Technology, Basic Computer Skills and Advanced Computer Skills.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Vineshri Khirodhar commended the graduates for their perseverance and encouraged them to continue striving for excellence, while using their newly acquired knowledge to positively impact their families and communities.
Special remarks were also delivered by Dione Richmond Joseph and Mr. Chattergoon, who congratulated the graduates and praised Humanitarian Mission Guyana Inc for its continued investment in education and human development.
Founded on the belief that education is one of the most effective tools for breaking the cycle of poverty, Humanitarian Mission Guyana Inc is a registered non-profit organisation dedicated to educating, empowering and uplifting individuals through accessible vocational training, humanitarian outreaches and community development programmes.
Over the years, the organisation has empowered thousands of Guyanese, particularly women, single parents and vulnerable individuals, by providing opportunities to develop practical skills that promote self-sufficiency and economic independence.
Beyond vocational training, the organisation also supports vulnerable families through community-outreach initiatives, educational partnerships and programmes aimed at fostering hope, dignity and opportunity.
Humanitarian Mission Guyana Inc continues to collaborate with donors, volunteers, educators, government agencies and private-sector partners to expand its reach and create lasting social impact across Guyana.
Speaking on behalf of the Board of Directors, Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, Suresh Sugrim, expressed gratitude to the organisation’s donors, teachers, volunteers, staff and community partners for their continued support.
“Today’s graduation is more than the presentation of certificates; it is the celebration of dreams realised, confidence restored and futures transformed. Every graduate represents resilience, determination and hope,” Sugrim said.
“On behalf of our Board of Directors, I extend our deepest gratitude to our donors, teachers, volunteers and supporters whose generosity and commitment have made this achievement possible. Together, we are changing lives through the power of education.”
Sugrim reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to expanding access to quality vocational education, while creating sustainable pathways to employment and entrepreneurship.
As Humanitarian Mission Guyana Inc continues to grow, it remains focused on strengthening families and communities by equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to succeed in an evolving economy.
