The stage is set for the much-anticipated National Youth Rally 2023, scheduled to take place this Thursday at the iconic Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium in Antigua and Barbuda. This annual event, a cornerstone of the nation’s Independence celebrations, will see the participation of hundreds of students from primary and secondary schools across the twin-island nation. As per longstanding tradition, the rally will feature a march-past, where students will honor their peers who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in academics, athletics, and the arts. The event will commence with the arrival of distinguished guests, followed by an opening prayer led by a youth representative from Barbuda. Key addresses will be delivered by the President of Youth Arise and the top-performing Grade Six student from the national assessment. This year’s rally will also spotlight the “No Violence” campaign, aligning with the broader Independence theme, ‘Solid, Stable, and Soaring,’ which underscores the nation’s commitment to peace and progress.