Month: July 2013

Guyana to host Caribbean teachers’ conference in August

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The upcoming 36th biennial Caribbean Union of Teachers (CUT) conference slated to take place in Guyana from August 4-9 will address several burning issues confronting teachers, not only in Guyana but across the Caribbean region. According to Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) President Colin Bynoe, plans are apace for the hosting of the conference, which will address issues such as violence against teachers, increased wages, marking of school based assessments, among other issues. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, Bynoe said violence against teachers, which remains a major issue, will…

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The power of the internet

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“Technology is neither good nor bad, nor even neutral. Technology is one part of the complex of relationships that people form with each other and the world around them; it simply cannot be understood outside of that concept.” –Samuel Collins. In today’s world, to get a message heard halfway across the world you just need to tap at a couple of buttons without ever having to vibrate your vocal cords. It literally opened up whole new worlds: we can now reconnect with people we haven’t seen in years or connect…

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‘A Gift of Life’ programme making a huge difference

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Earlier this week, Alex, accompanied by his mother arrived in New York from Haiti. Alex is soon expected to undergo heart surgery. As is well known, Rotarians are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others around the world; and when you put the concept of helping others ahead of helping yourself, anything is possible, hence the direct involvement of Rotarians in this endeavour. The Gift of Life program was founded by Rotary District 7250. The program has helped over 15000 children from 68 countries on 5 continents…

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The sacrifices of the Ballot Box martyrs must never be forgotten – Rohee

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On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Ballot Box Martyrs, the ruling People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) held a road march and wreath-laying ceremony on Tuesday to honour the fallen comrades who had paid the ultimate price in defence of democracy. Bholanauth Parmanand, 45, and Jagan Ramessar, 17, were shot dead by members of the Guyana Defence Force on the evening of the general elections on July 16th, 1973, outside of the polling station at Number 63 Village, Corentyne, while demanding that PPP votes be counted at the place…

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Man, 50, accused of raping girl, 10

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A prison officer in Berbice was on Tuesday arrested for allegedly molesting a 10-year- old relative. The 50-year-old officer was accused of molesting the child since she was seven years old, but the alleged molestation was only brought to light on July 10. Guyana Times International understands that the victim was last molested on June 29. According to information received, the child was staying with her aunt who is the reputed wife of the suspect and while the aunt is asleep, the suspect would have sex with the victim during…

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TIP Ministerial Task Force completes three-day outreach to Imbaimadai

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A team of four representatives from the Ministerial Task Force on Trafficking in Persons (MTFTIP) visited the Imbaimadai community in Region 7, as well as surrounding areas, from June 14-17, 2013. The aim of the visit was to conduct monitoring exercises, training and awareness activities, along with listening to and considering the concerns raised by villagers in relation to trafficking in persons and child labour. The team engaged shop owners, convened meetings and conducted focus group discussions with residents from Imbaimadai, Kambaru Creek, Chai Chai Falls, Partang, Fort Knox and…

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Govt has placed increased emphasis on strengthening public administration – Dr Singh

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Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh said the Donald Ramotar-led administration has placed increased emphasis on strengthening public administration with a focus on key results. Dr Singh made the statement at the opening of a training and discussion workshop on strategic planning, targeting permanent secretaries, deputy permanent secretaries, and regional executive officers and their deputies. The sessions also included the director of public prosecution (DPP), director general of foreign affairs and secretary of the Public Service Commission. The finance minister said every sector has legitimate needs for expanded services and investment…

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Migration and development

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There was a low-profile meeting last week in Georgetown, of the Caribbean Community/ Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (Caricom/ ECLAC)- sponsored Caribbean Forum on Population, Migration and Development. Linking the issues of migration and development, they issued a raft of proposals titled “The Road Map for Population, Migration and Development beyond 2014”. They included a wide range of development goals: “to reduce poverty and inequality, promote and protect the rights of vulnerable groups, including older persons, adolescents and youth, and persons with disabilities; achieving gender equality, equity…

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Packed programme planned for PPP/C’s 30th Congress

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The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) will be holding its 30th Congress from August 2nd to 4th, 2013 under the theme – ‘Strengthen the Party, Build Unity and Advance Democracy’. On Tuesday, the PPP/C held a press briefing at Freedom House in New Amsterdam to enlighten the Berbice public about the upcoming event which promises to be a democratic process that will aid in directing the PPP/C towards improved governance. At the congress, members will exercise their right to express their views internally and make suggestions which will be open for…

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