Grenada’s youth diplomacy received international recognition as delegates from Presentation Brothers College (PBC) Interact Club made their mark at the Caribbean Regional Model United Nations Conference on November 8, 2025. The event, orchestrated by the Rotary Club of Central Port of Spain, served as a premier platform for emerging leaders across the region to engage in simulated United Nations proceedings.
Under the overarching theme of ‘Peace and Human Rights,’ this year’s conference assembled more than 200 participants from multiple Caribbean territories including Antigua, Montserrat, St Vincent, Curaçao, and Grenada. The gathering facilitated intense diplomatic simulations where students debated pressing global issues, honed negotiation techniques, and developed resolution-building capabilities.
Representing the Southeast African nation of Mozambique in the simulation, Grenada’s delegation featured two standout students from PBC Interact Club—Xavi Buckmire and Jonathan Powell—under the guidance of their faculty advisor Darvin Clouden. The team demonstrated exceptional diplomatic engagement throughout committee sessions, participating actively in complex negotiations and voting procedures centered on peacebuilding initiatives and human rights protections. Observers noted their professional demeanor and confident delivery throughout the multi-day conference.
This educational diplomacy initiative underscores the Rotary Club’s broader commitment to fostering global citizenship and leadership capabilities among Caribbean youth. By providing experiential learning opportunities that mirror actual UN operations, the program equips young participants with critical thinking skills and cross-cultural competencies essential for addressing both local and international challenges.
The participation of PBC Interact Club, supported by the Rotary Club of Grenada, highlights the growing importance of youth engagement in global affairs and demonstrates how educational partnerships can create meaningful pathways for student development in international relations and diplomatic practice.