Elder men encouraged to mentor boys

Elder men are being called on to volunteer as mentors for young boys under a new government initiative aimed at strengthening intergenerational relationships and providing positive role models for the next generation.

The appeal came from Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs Adrian Forde during the recent launch of the Granddaddy Intergenerational Mentorship Project and Pillars of Barbados: Voices of Our Elders.

The mentorship programme is intended to connect boys with elder men in their communities who can offer guidance, share life experiences and help shape positive values.