by Herleen Andrews herleen_andrews24@yahoo.com
Nadi youth club a newly formed youth club in Nadi which is registered under the Ministry of Youths and Sports, Fiji.
The club was founded by Herleen Emily (myself) who is also the president of the club.
Nadi Youth club is considered special because it fosters 21 youths who are students and between the ages of 14-18.
These youths are schooling and are unemployed but still have a will to make a difference in the community.
They contribute towards the soli by giving money from their pocket expenses.
Every fortnight youths contribute $2 towards the club’s projects and service work.
We don’t only help the community but as well as help our own youths who are in need and provide groceries to their families if needed.
As a club we all have become a one big happy family and we have overcome all odds as a family.
The club also fosters youths who have made a mistake in their lives in any way or other. We don’t leave them like that; however, we help them boost their self esteem by making them part of our club.
According to John Kumar, the Vice-President of the club he said that being part of this initiative has really helped a lot of youths find their meanings in life, a meaning that defines youths as future leaders of tomorrow.
Nadi youth club rehabilitates youths who have committed crime or have indiscipline behaviors. We promote equality, that no matter whom one is, poor or rich, good or bad, white or black; we are family, a family of hope and inspiration.
It is indeed heart touching to see younger generation taking part in such initiatives.
The club has done four major projects since its establishment that is;
Ø Clean up of St Mina’s Orphanage Home
Ø Clean up of Wailoaloa Beach to help fight against climate change
Ø A speech by their president and March by the club was done in the 2017 bula festival to advocate on social issues affecting the youths of our nation.
Ø A little donation of groceries (fruits & vegetables) to the Nadi Hospital Children’s ward to help put in something extra on their plates.
It is breathtaking to witness young people indulge themselves in community projects and services.
“At times our club may be facing financial problem but we don’t believe money is the only way which can help improve the lives of the people but rather there are billions of ways”
In such a short span of time, the club has offered so much to the community of Nadi, since its establishment on 4th of May, 2017.
A little contribution to the Nadi Hospital children’s ward is an eye opener for many who believe that only the government has the role to play in putting food on the table for patients.
The club is trying to promote responsible citizenship to every Fijians.
As the president of the club, I believe “We don’t have to be rich to help the poor and needy, we only need to have a heart of humanity and a willingness to help uplift the standard of people around you”
A small contribution can make a big difference; little by little we can achieve bigger things as a nation.
"We believe, the cut, burns and bruises you gave yourself is a battle, only you can win"
The time has come that we as true Fijians take ownership of our responsibilities and make Fiji a happier place to live in.
We may not be the same but together we can make Fiji a better place to live in.
Nadi youth Club- Rising youths of tomorrow!
By Herleen Emily
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