A youth group in Port Moresby’s Tokarara suburb is embracing the NCDC City Watch program in their area.
A youth representative, Henry Komu said the youth want to see change in their community which includes a clean-up campaign, bus stop watch for safe travelling by the public and awareness to school students and the general public.
“It’s our place of residence and it’s our city, the youth want to see that the streets are clean especially around markets, bus stops and along the Tokarara main road. We believe we can be the change for the city streets to be safe for all,“ said Komu.
Their participation in the City Watch program is coordinated by the National Capital District Commission which also includes other suburbs in the city.
More than 20 youths are participating in this program. Komu said the awareness is basically for both the public and youth taking part in the program. He said the program is also to change the mindset of those youth dropping out of school.
“It’s our community, the streets must be clean, healthy and safe for all. Let’s keep it clean and safe for all,” said Komu.
Meanwhile another youth, Richard Thomas said many social problems are caused or initiated by the youth. He expressed the need for relevant levels of Government to include the youth in more programs. The youth representative said the program has also taught life lessons to many who are involved.
“Little changes are happening for us,” he uttered.
Adding on Thomas said many of the youth are now in the crossroads as the 2022 National General Election looms. He said many leaders are voted by the youth but do not capture them (youth) in projects or service delivery.
“We will not waste our votes when the time comes to elect potential leaders,” said Thomas.
He said for a better future for the youth, people must vote wisely. Thomas said elected leaders focus on other groups and neglect the youth.
The Tokarara Youth representatives are urging all youth in the area to participate in the City Watch program for a better community.
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