Whyaka,Wholesale Jerseys China, or Mainstay, as it is popularly known because of its proximity to the tranquil lake of the same name, held its Village Day on September 30, 2015.The theme of the celebration was, “Preserving our customs and traditions.”Addressing the crowd at the start of the day’s activities, Minister within the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs, Valerie Garrido-Lowe stressed the importance of preserving the Indigenous culture.The minister congratulated the organising team for putting together such a wonderful show and expressed her amazement that “so many young” children bravely took part in the performances.She also pointed out that it was an honour for her to see so many women actively involved in their communities and taking the lead in the development of their community.“It can only help to build a stronger and healthier environment for those residing there, while at the same time, empowering the women and encouraging the younger women to follow their examples,” the Minister said.Addressing the western border issue,Cheap Jerseys USA, the Minister acknowledged that it must be a burning one for all of the people of Essequibo since they reside in the area. She noted that under the leadership of President David Granger, a man with military background, Guyana is in good hands.The Minister also used the opportunity to inform residents that the Youth Entrepreneurship and Apprenticeship Programme (YEAP) has been replaced by the Hinterland Employment and Youth Service programme. This was effected September 1,Wholesale Jerseys, 2015.According to Ms Garrido-Lowe, the programme is a new scheme which will provide sustainable jobs for youths in hinterland communities. It will ensure that persons who were employed as Community Support Officers, (CSO) undergo training so that they can be reemployed.The new initiative is also expected to train thousands of other youths, while paying them a stipend. The programme is to ensure that they receive relevant skills allowing them to pursue sustainable livelihoods and a good life.This stipend will see each youth receiving $20,000 a month. Another $10,000 will be placed into a savings account to be redeemed at the end of each year.Head of the National Toshao’s Council (NTC) and Toshao of Mainstay, Joel Fredericks, welcomed the Minister to the ceremony.? Also present at the ceremony was Region Two Chairman,Nike NFL Jerseys China, Davanand Ramdat.Entrepreneurial Indigenous women used the event to market their crafts and products; outstanding students from the village were awarded for excelling academically, while the teachers were also rewarded for their hard work.Lake Mainstay Resort is located on the shores of Lake Mainstay on the Essequibo Coast of Guyana. It is approximately a 15-minute car drive inland from the town of Anna Regina and five minutes away from the airstrip. It takes 20 minutes flying time from Ogle Aerodrome to get there.The spacious resort is probably the largest in the country. It comprises a cluster of comfortable air-conditioned cottages on the shore of the lake,Authentic Jerseys Cheap, giving visitors a breathtaking view of the water along with a large recreational space.The Village day saw performances from individuals of all ages. There were women and men taking part in a number of competitions such as bird, tree and fish naming; “Wood Bussing,” and canoeing, all geared to foster village camaraderie.The array of cultural dances, music and dramatic performances showcased the talents inherited by the country’s Indigenous peoples and the important contribution that they make to the country’s diversity.A dramatic piece which comprised a skit,Authentic NFL Jerseys Cheap, poem and song and sought to reflect the Guyana-Venezuela border dispute and the importance of the Essequibo to Guyana, stole the show, as the region’s people strongly stood together and said “Essequibo is we own”.