NASSAU, The Bahamas -- Among the many talented and promising youth of The Bahamas recognized and celebrated at the recent Nominee Medal Presentation and National Youth Awards Ceremony, held at Evangelistic Temple, October 29, 2024 -- Ms. Kaché Hanna won the first place 2024 Prime Minister’s Cup.
She also won the Youth in Education, and the Youth in Leadership Awards.
Rounding out the top three winners were, in second place, Navado Dawkins who won the 2024 Minister’s Cup; and, in third place, Aidan Hanna, who won the 2024 Director’s Cup.
Several other youth organizations also received awards for their achievements that night.
Among those present included Minister of State in the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources and Governor-General representative the Hon. Zane Lightbourne; Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture Roselyn Horton; Undersecretary at the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources Montez Williams; Head of the Division of Youth Sandena Neely; and other stakeholders. Both Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis, and Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture the Hon. Mario Bowleg recorded video messages for the event. (BIS Photos/Eric Rose)
Ms. Kaché Hanna receives the 2024 Prime Minister’s Cup from Minister of State in the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources and Governor-General representative the Hon. Zane Lightbourne; at the recent Nominee Medal Presentation and National Youth Awards Ceremony, held at Evangelistic Temple, on October 29, 2024.
(BIS Photo/Eric Rose)
INFORMATION ABOUT THE TOP WINNERS:
Kaché Hanna - 2024 Prime Minister’s Cup Winner
During medical school, Kache’ fully realized her leadership potential extended beyond advocacy. As a student representative for the Trinidad and Tobago Medical Students Association and a student representative on the Medical Services Student Council, she represented over 400 students across various disciplines. One of her proudest achievements was organizing a three-day mental health event for the entire campus at the University of the West Indies (UWI). She also became the first Bahamian to serve as a delegate at The International Federation of Medical Students Associations, at both the 10th Youth Pre-World Health Assembly and the 75th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland. Upon returning home to complete her clinical rotations at UWI’s School of Medicine and Research, Kache assumed the role of President of the Bahamas Women’s Health Initiative, spearheading monthly lectures with leading physicians on breast cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and non-communicable disease prevention. As a voice for medical students, Kache’s ability to lead, advocate and empower students’ involvement in medical education and to enhance the health and well-being of individual communities is what makes her a pioneer in education and leadership.
Navado Dawkins - 2024 Minister’s Cup Winner
Alongside being one of the youngest and among the more resourceful fashion designers in the Bahamas, Navado Dawkins represents resilience, tenacity and dedication. With the will to learn and elevate, Navado transcended the challenges of his upbringing to build a career in Fashion Design with no formal or collegiate training. He made his debut in the industry at only eighteen years old, now expanding his creative expressions to success in entrepreneurship with key strengths in Fashion Styling, Photography, Videography and Digital Media Marketing. This thriving designer has been featured internationally at The Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, represented the Bahamas at a Fashion Competition and Workshop by UNESCO in Havana, Cuba and in International Magazines like Harpers Bazar, Lucy’s Magazines and Pump Magazine. What stands out about Navado’s stellar career is a determination to be a beacon of light for youth. He is well on his way toward philanthropy, balancing his entrepreneurial pursuits with volunteerism in youth work.
Aidan Hanna - 2024 Director’s Cup Winner
Aidan’s leadership in his church’s youth mentorship program, along with other youth volunteer events like ‘GlobalServe Days’, has allowed the church to assist thousands of people annually through food, clothing and financial support. While making a large impact in his religious community, he takes no issue with taking on smaller tasks. Aidan zealously participates in Young Adult Church as a Junior Deacon and reader, visiting elderly and shut-in members and aids in the creative planning of family ministry events. Aidan’s consistency not only proves that young people have a hand in the development of religious communities, but exemplifies the kind of outreach that is needed to inspire Christian leadership.
