TCCP Commitment to Youth Engagement and Leadership

The youth of the Cayman Islands have made it clear: they are tired of being unheard and dismissed at every level.

TCCP recognises the urgent need not only to listen to young people but to actively engage them in shaping the policies and decisions that determine their future.

Through our ongoing discussions with young Caymanians (ages 16–30), we’ve gained invaluable insights into their concerns, priorities, and aspirations. These conversations have revealed a range of unique perspectives and innovative solutions for the challenges our country faces.

TCCP is committed to ensuring that young voices are embedded in decision-making processes at every level. We are serious about youth engagement, recognising that the future of the Cayman Islands depends on their leadership today. We are dedicated to empowering young people to drive change, contribute to policy development, and play an active role in the national discourse.

How TCCP Will Include Young Persons

TCCP is committed to actively involving youth in the political process, recognizing that their perspectives are vital to the nation’s development. Our plan for engaging youth includes:

• Permanent TCCP Youth Council: Establishing TCCP Youth Council as a permanent advisory body within the party to ensure that the voices of young people are consistently represented in policy discussions and decision-making.
• Inclusive Political Discussions: Inviting Caymanians aged 16–30 to actively participate in political discussions and policy formulation, ensuring their perspectives are embedded in all major policy issues, not just those labeled as “youth-specific”.
• Advocacy Platform: Providing young people with a platform to advocate for critical issues, ensuring that their concerns are addressed at the highest levels of government.
• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Facilitating mentorship and engagement opportunities with political leaders to ensure the transfer of knowledge, experience, and leadership skills to the next generation.
• Civic Engagement Opportunities: Creating genuine opportunities for youth to engage in the political process, contributing to party platforms, legislative ideas, and national dialogue.
• Pathways to Leadership: Creating clear pathways for youth to transition from advocacy to leadership roles, ensuring that the next generation of Caymanian parliamentarians is well-prepared and ready to lead.

We believe in the power of youth leadership, and we are ready to take action to make their voices a central part of the national conversation.