Youth Education Programmes

YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAMME (YEP)

Building bridges between generations through awareness and education in schools

The Youth Education Programme (YEP) aims to connect the younger generation with elders by fostering respect, empathy, and awareness about ageing issues through school-based initiatives.

Key Details

• location: Nationwide schools
• target group: School children, teachers, principals
• staff: YEP Division trainers and volunteers

Focus Areas

• Awareness on elderly issues
• Bridging intergenerational gaps
• Caring for older persons
• Preparing youth for old age

Program Benefits

• Encourages empathy among youth
• Reduces elderly isolation
• Creates responsible future citizens

Activities

• Training of Trainers Programmes
• Seminars and workshops
• Study tours to elder homes
• Annual art competitions

Achievements

• Reached hundreds of schools island-wide

Date: April 5, 2025