Both government and the private sector have an important role to play in meeting the skills shortage of the economy. Though it may seem modest, this fundraising dinner furthers empowerment through granting learning opportunities to the disadvantaged, thus adding to the skills base and increasing economic opportunity and upliftment in areas around St Mark’s.
Initiatives such as this one, if sustained and replicated across the country, will make a meaningful contribution to the ultimate objective of a better life for all. Ladies and gentlemen, the time, effort and money donated towards making this evening such a resounding success, is an eloquent expression of passion for extending educational benefits to the least well-off and most vulnerable.