The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) recently participated in the National Children’s Conference at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC), engaging over 200 young participants at this event organized by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security (MHSSS) in collaboration with UNICEF.
As part of a career exhibition, the GDF presented its diverse roles and opportunities, ranging from technical and engineering support, medical services, communications, aviation, to infantry operations. The Force emphasized that a career in the military extends beyond defending the nation, it’s about serving in a broad spectrum of professional fields.
Through interactive sessions, soldiers engaged directly with the children, introducing them to specialized skills and career pathways within the GDF. The Force’s goal was to present itself as a viable and multifaceted career choice, planting seeds of opportunity early, even though many of the attendees are not yet old enough to enlist.
For the GDF, such outreach is essential. It helps foster an early awareness and interest among the nation’s youth, positioning the Force not only as guardians of security but also as an institution where meaningful careers can be forged when the time is right.
