
Three teenagers from St. Kitts and Nevis who were honoured by their government have shared the inspiring personal stories that singled them out for recognition in the ’25 Most Remarkable Teens Programme’ in their country. They were honoured, along with 22 other young people during a special Sitting of the St. Kitts Nevis Parliament on November 6, 2024. Thousands tuned in to the live broadcast, which was also streamed online, to celebrate the accomplishments of the 25 young people and to learn more about their personal stories.
One of the teens recognized was Jaheme Warner Ventura, honored for Spiritual Commitment and Leadership. The 18-year-old is deeply committed to God and dedicates his free time to helping others. Driven by compassion, Jaheme organizes group visits to support the sick and elderly, assists customers at his father’s pharmacy, and leads young men in the Turn Around Agenda (TAG) Programme.
Jaheme humorously noted, “My family always jokes, ‘Jaheme, you’re always helping so many people, but you’re not helping around the house!’” His mother, however, witnessed the spirit driving his actions during a visit to Antioch Baptist Church. “Jesus served us, so in serving others I am actually fulfilling that purpose in my life and it comes so naturally when you are deep in the word of God,” he shared, adding that his mother is “so proud of me.”
Kaitlyn Wilson was also awarded for Performing Arts and School Pride. As a star in gymnastics and aerial arts, Kaitlyn embraces dance as a form of creative expression. “I love, love, love every genre,” she enthused, explaining how dance connects her to her cultural roots and allows her to showcase her feelings.
“I feel like dance connects me to our culture. We dance in different clothes to show how we feel… so I do not simply just move my body. I show my feelings through dance to the audience and… people can watch me and say ‘wow, she is really remarkable because of her bravery, confidence, and she is truly resilient,’” Kaitlyn added.
Aquanjé Robinson received recognition for Environmental Science and Volunteerism, largely due to his efforts in combating plastic pollution and protecting sea turtles along the Atlantic side of the island. Aquanjé engages with stakeholders, advocating for ocean conservation and supporting the government’s transition to a sustainable island state.
“We are surrounded by people, so if we try to transform our cars into sustainable cars, our agriculture sector with sustainable practices, the people that drive these (activities), they have to truly understand what it means to be sustainable,” said Aquanjé. “So educating our people on what it means to be sustainable, to change their behaviours has to be done. Create sustainable minds and they will help to lead sustainable lives.”
These teens expressed their gratitude to the government for creating the 25 Most Remarkable Teens in St. Kitts and Nevis Programme, which celebrates exceptional youth making meaningful impacts in their communities. The profiles of the 25 honorees are posted on the Facebook Page of the Department of Youth Empowerment, St. Kitts.
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