Often times, across the Caribbean, we find the youths of today are being placed on the backbench or labelled negatively. Why? because most youths of today are considered destructive and up to no good. Based on the facts that present itself, this may seem to hold some truth seeing that most crimes committed, in our communities, are caused by the youth. Make no mistake about this stereotype because not all youths fall into this category and that is the problem that needs to be addressed. I, for sure, am not one of those who fall into this category and there are countless others as well. There are many reasons why the youth take up the notion of negativity because, most times, they are not given the opportunities needed to do otherwise. Keep in mind though that we all have the choice of doing good or bad and it is up to us to make the decision for ourselves given the circumstances that we find ourselves in. However, before the older folks put a damper on the youth, they should seek ways and means that will help foster change to bring about a more productive people.
To those of us who chose to make a difference, despite our resources, we need that help and push to create a better society and also to further impact the lives of other youth. A little encouragement can do a long way to having a positive impact. So instead of generalizing the youth negatively, try to uplift and assist those who are willing to make a positive impact and in turn it will benefit the community. We all know the youth fall under peer pressure so surely encouragement towards the right path goes a long way. Why can't we create positive peer pressure? It is possible. Also, leading by example is key to developing the youth. One cannot preach on doing good and they themselves are doing bad things in society. This do-as-i-say-not-as-i-do mentally needs to stop. There must be a need for proper examples in our societies.
Some of the youth who have decided on their own to push a positive movement, came together on Youth Vibez Radio Station to share their achievements, talents and endeavors. Youth Vibez is a program that tends to highly Youths who are doing wonderful things in Dominica. This is what will be shown here today on BrBpTV. All about promoting real youth doing positive things. Support these young people instead of trying to bring them down. If we encourage the youth to do positive things and reward them the positivity will catch on. After all, the best way to reach out to young people is through other young people because they tend to listen to and associate most of their time with their peers.
Youth Vibez took place on at Dominica Broadcasting Radio Station in Roseau. Here you will find a multi-section of talent from youthful citizens of the Caribbean country, the Commonwealth of Dominica. People say our young people are good for nothings in these day and age, but some are indeed trying to make a change. Give credit to where credit is due. Forward we must press and backward we must never go. Take a listen to what the youths had to say.
