Youth Empowerment Program

07/03/2026

🏆 Congratulations to Our YEP Champion! 🏆

The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) Bahamas proudly congratulates our former distinguished student Jalen Cadet on being named the 2026 WAC Men’s Indoor Track & Field Athlete of the Year.

This outstanding achievement is a testament to Jalen’s dedication, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence both on and off the track. From his early days participating in the Youth Empowerment Program to now excelling on the collegiate stage, Jalen continues to make us extremely proud.

Your success reflects the power of hard work, perseverance, and believing in your dreams. You are an inspiration to the many young people within the YEP family who look up to you as proof that with commitment and determination, anything is possible.

The entire YEP Bahamas family celebrates this incredible milestone with you. Keep pushing, keep striving, and continue to represent The Bahamas with pride.

👏 Congratulations Jalen! The journey continues!





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23/02/2026

YEP Month 2026 – 14th Annual Launch Church Service 🎉

Good day District Managers, Volunteers, Students and Parents

With hearts full of gratitude and excitement, we are delighted to officially announce the launch of YEP Month 2026 as we celebrate our 14th Annual YEP Month under the powerful national theme:

“Embracing Excellence.”

We will begin this milestone celebration with our YEP Month Launch Church Service on:

📅 Sunday, March 1, 2026
📍 Embassy International (Former Bahamas Harvest Church Building)
Prince Charles Drive
⏰ Service Time: 10:00 AM

✨ Important Notes:
• Reserved seating has been secured for YEP.
• All YEP members are asked to be seated no later than 9:50 AM.
• All Students and Volunteers are expected to be in attendance.
• Students are to be dressed in Full School Uniform.
• Parents and family members are warmly invited to attend and celebrate with us.

This service marks not just the beginning of another month of activities, but the continuation of a 14-year legacy of leadership, impact, mentorship and national youth development across The Bahamas. From New Providence to our Family Islands, YEP continues to shine as a beacon of opportunity and empowerment.

Let us come together in unity, excellence, and gratitude as we dedicate this special month to God and celebrate all that YEP represents.

We look forward to seeing every district represented as we launch YEP Month 2026 in a spirit of celebration and purpose!

With excitement and appreciation,

“Embracing Excellence”

08/02/2026

YEP CAT ISLAND DAY – A DAY TO REMEMBER - FEATURING PRIME MINISTER, RT. HON. PHILIP DAVIS KC.

Yesterday, was nothing short of powerful

YEP Cat Island Day was well attended and full of purpose, bringing together our amazing YEP students and parents, the Senior Island Administrator, Chief of Police (Cat Island), Heads of Government Departments, Local Government practitioners, Religious Leaders, and special guests from near and far.

Our mission was to build momentum in our young people, to remind them that they can achieve ANY goal in life by staying focused, remaining positive, and embracing excellence as a habit.

And that message was delivered straight from the heart by our Very Special Guest, the Right Honourable Philip Davis, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas 🇧🇸

The Prime Minister truly opened himself up to our students, sharing his personal life journey, where he came from, the limited resources he had growing up, and where he stands today. His message was clear and empowering:
"If I could do it with so little, imagine what YOU can do with so much more".

The students were fully engaged, excited, attentive, and inspired throughout his address.

A proud YEP moment followed as Student Vice President Onijah Nixon officially pinned the Prime Minister and inducted him as a YEP Mentor, presenting him with a mentor shirt and our district designed shirt. He was genuinely pleased and honored to join the YEP mentor family.

The Vote of Thanks was confidently delivered by Student President Corey Turner, representing the strong leadership rising from Cat Island.

Our YEP Cat Island District Manager also shared an overview of the district’s achievements and reaffirmed our unwavering commitment that no child will be left behind, while thanking our dedicated mentors for answering the call to serve.

YEP Day concluded on a high note as we joined the Prime Minister in his Annual Give Back & Family Fun Day, sealing the day with unity, joy, and community spirit.

Cat Island showed up. Our youth were empowered. Excellence was embraced.

💙🇧🇸

06/02/2026

🔥👩🏽‍🍳 YEP YOUTH CHEF COMPETITION 2026 HIGHLIGHTS 👨🏽‍🍳🔥

What a flavor-packed Saturday it was! This past Saturday, January 31, 2026, our talented young chefs brought the heat, creativity, and serious culinary skills to the YEP Youth Chef Competition 2026, and they did not disappoint!

After intense rounds, bold flavors, and impressive presentations, congratulations go out to YEP South 2, who emerged as the OVERALL CHAMPIONS! 🏆👏

🍽️ RESULTS BY CATEGORY

🥗 Appetizer Round
🥇 Southwest 1
🥈 South 1
🥉 South 2

🍛 Entrée Round
🥇 South 2
🥈 South 1
🥉 Southwest 1

🍰 Dessert Round
🥇 South 2
🥈 Southwest 1
🥉 South 1

🏆 OVERALL RESULTS
🥇 South 2 – CHAMPIONS
🥈 Southwest 1
🥉 South 1

🙏🏽 SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
A heartfelt thank you to our esteemed judges Chef Gerald Rolle and Chef Clement Williams for lending their expertise, professionalism, and culinary insight to this competition. Your guidance and high standards truly elevated the experience for our young chefs.

We also extend special appreciation to Chef Deandra McDonald, YEP Assistant District Manager, and her hardworking team for their exceptional coordination and ex*****on of the event. Your dedication behind the scenes ensured a smooth, successful, and memorable competition for everyone involved. 👏✨

We are incredibly proud of all our student chefs for their passion, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. The future of Bahamian culinary arts is looking bright and delicious!

👏 Congratulations to every participant, mentor, volunteer, and supporter who helped make this event a resounding success.

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22/01/2026

17/01/2026

🌟 PROUD YEP MOMENT | CAT ISLAND 🌟

The Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) – Cat Island District proudly congratulates our outstanding students from Arthur’s Town Comprehensive School on their recent swearing-in to the Junior Council 👏🏽🎉

These young leaders continue to demonstrate excellence, service, and a commitment to making a difference in their community:

👑 Chief Councilor – Kevinique Campbell
🌟 Deputy Chief Councilor – Endronique Williams
📜 Councilors –
• Cory Turner
• Kenrica Fawkes
• Matthew Cleare

We are extremely proud of each of you for stepping into leadership and representing YEP and Cat Island with distinction. Your achievements reflect the power of youth leadership, dedication, and purpose.

✨ Embracing Excellence ✨

25/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from the President & CEO ✨🎄

As we celebrate this holiday season, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to every student, volunteer, parent, partner, and supporter of the Youth Empowerment Program. Your belief in our mission and your unwavering commitment to our young people continue to inspire hope, leadership, and positive change across our communities.

This year has been a powerful reminder that when we work together, we can achieve excellence and create opportunities that transform lives. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished and even more excited about what lies ahead.

May this holiday season bring you peace, joy, and renewed strength as we prepare for a new year filled with purpose, growth, and continued impact.

On behalf of the Youth Empowerment Program, thank you for standing with us and for empowering the next generation of leaders.

Warm holiday wishes,
Delano L. Munroe
President & CEO
Youth Empowerment Program

Embracing Excellence ✨

24/12/2025

🎄✨ Season’s Greetings from the Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) ✨🎄

As we reflect on this year, we are filled with gratitude for every student, volunteer, parent, partner, and supporter who continues to believe in and invest in our young people. Your time, encouragement, and commitment have helped us shape leaders, inspire excellence, and strengthen communities across The Bahamas.

This holiday season, we celebrate not only the joy of togetherness, but the impact we’ve made, together. May your holidays be filled with peace, warmth, and renewed hope for an even brighter year ahead.

From all of us at the Youth Empowerment Program, we wish you a safe, joyful, and blessed holiday season and a prosperous New Year.

Thank you for empowering youth and embracing excellence. 💙✨

20/12/2025

🎄✨ YEP Student Association – Serving with Purpose ✨🎄

For several years, the YEP Student Association has proudly supported and participated in the annual FOAM Christmas Event, a meaningful initiative organized by (FOAM).

FOAM is a nonprofit community based organization committed to community outreach, creative ministry, and humanitarian service, with a special focus on uplifting families and individuals in need, especially during the Christmas season. Through their annual Christmas event, FOAM provides food assistance, gifts, and encouragement to help spread hope, dignity, and joy. 🎁❤️

True to the values of service and leadership, YEP students once again volunteered their time, energy, and hearts, demonstrating what it means to give back and serve beyond themselves.

This continued partnership reflects the shared mission of community impact, compassion, and youth empowerment.

🌟 We commend the YEP Student Association for their unwavering support and commitment.
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