Development of the National Youth Policy and Strategic Plan for the Cayman Islands
Project Duration: January 2024 – September 2024
Client: Government of the Cayman Islands
Objective: To create a comprehensive National Youth Policy and Strategic Plan that addresses the needs and aspirations of the youth in the Cayman Islands, fostering their development and integration into the socio-economic fabric of the nation.
Project Overview
The development of the National Youth Policy and Strategic Plan for the Cayman Islands aimed to establish a robust framework for youth development, focusing on the formulation of strategic initiatives and actionable plans to enhance youth engagement, empowerment, and well-being.
Key Features & Implementation
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Key Components:
- Preparation of the National Youth Policy Document
- Comprehensive research and analysis of the current youth landscape.
- Identification of key issues, opportunities, and challenges faced by the youth.
- Formulation of policy recommendations to address identified needs and foster youth development.
- Development of a Five-Year Strategy and Implementation Plan for Youth Development
- Creation of a detailed five-year strategy outlining specific objectives, initiatives, and programs.
- Development of an implementation plan with clear timelines, responsibilities, and performance indicators.
- Focus on sustainable and impactful youth development programs.
- Extensive Stakeholder Consultations
- Conducted nearly 200 stakeholder consultations, including one-on-one and group meetings.
- Engaged a diverse range of stakeholders, including youth representatives, community leaders, educators, government officials, and NGOs.
- Gathered valuable insights and feedback to inform the policy and strategy development process.
- Survey of 1300 Stakeholders
- Designed and administered a comprehensive survey targeting nearly 1300 Caymanian stakeholders.
- Collected data on youth needs, preferences, and expectations.
- Analyzed survey results to identify key trends and areas for intervention.
- Meetings with Cabinet/Caucus
- Engaged with senior government officials, including Cabinet and Caucus members.
- Presented preliminary findings, policy recommendations, and strategic initiatives.
- Secured high-level support and commitment for the implementation of the National Youth Policy and Strategic Plan.
- Workshops in Cayman Brac and Grand Cayman
- Implemented three one-day workshops to facilitate stakeholder engagement and capacity building.
- Workshops held in both Cayman Brac and Grand Cayman, ensuring inclusive participation.
- Focused on training, knowledge sharing, and collaborative planning.
Outcomes
- Policy Vision: Youth Excellence: Educate, Empower, Excel!
- 11 Goals with policies and strategic actions to support each goal
- A well-researched and comprehensive National Youth Policy document.
- A strategic five-year plan with actionable initiatives to enhance youth development.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and buy-in, ensuring the relevance and effectiveness of the policy and strategy.
- Increased awareness and capacity among stakeholders through targeted workshops.