Young workers within the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) will have renewed and dynamic representation following the election of a new Executive Committee for the Union’s Youth Arm on Tuesday.

The elections formed part of the ABWU’s Annual Youth Congress, which brought together dozens of young workers from across the Union’s membership to discuss issues impacting the world of work and participate in the leadership selection process.

The newly elected Executive Committee comprises:

Charles Browne – President

Kianni DeFreitas – Vice President

Wendy Bideau – Secretary

Brianna Otto – Assistant Secretary

Melissa Harve – Treasurer

Tijahni Jarvis – Assistant Treasurer

Jamal Joseph – Events Coordinator

Joshua Pigott – Assistant Events Coordinator

Tressil Andrew – Public Relations Officer

Valique Davis – Assistant Public Relations Officer

Newly elected President Charles Browne, who previously served as Treasurer and Vice President said the Youth Arm would play a critical role in advancing the interests and improving the experiences of young workers.

“Our voices matter, and we intend to make our presence felt in every forum where decisions affecting workers are made,” Browne declared.

He added that, in the coming weeks, the Youth Arm will develop and roll out a comprehensive agenda focused on the empowerment and development of young workers.

The ABWU has consistently championed the inclusion and empowerment of young workers through its Youth Arm, recognising the importance of giving the next generation of workers a meaningful voice in the labour movement. In keeping with this commitment, the Union’s Constitution provides for a young workers’ representative on its central Executive Committee, ensuring that their perspectives and concerns help shape decisions at the highest level of the organisation.

Charles expressed sincere appreciation to everyone who attended the Congress and contributed to the electoral process, while encouraging young workers to remain engaged and actively participate in the work of the Youth Arm.

The Executive Committee will serve a term of two years.

This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: ABWU Youth Arm Elects New Executive.