To mark the annual celebration of World Boys Day, two officers from the St. Joseph District of the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF) – Sergeant Gachette and Constable Jules – recently paid a special visit to Western District Seventh-day Adventist School. The on-campus engagement centered on connecting with students, with targeted attention to the school’s population of young boys, according to an official release published by the CDPF.
During their interaction with students, the law enforcement officers delivered talks centered on core life values that lay the foundation for healthy adulthood. Key topics included the critical role of personal discipline, respect for rules and authority, consistent positive conduct, and the long-term impact of intentional, constructive choices made during youth. Beyond sharing guidance, the officers also offered encouragement to the boys in attendance, urging them to stay focused on their educational and personal goals, maintain mutual respect for peers and community members, and work toward growing into accountable, contributing citizens of Dominica.
In its official statement, the CDPF reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to building stronger, more trusting bonds between police and local communities. This school visit forms part of a broader portfolio of proactive community policing projects, mentorship opportunities, and youth outreach schemes designed to leave a constructive, lasting mark on the lives of Dominica’s younger generation. “Together, we can help shape a brighter future for our youth,” the statement emphasized.
Observed globally every year on May 16, the International Day of the Boy Child – often referred to as World Boys Day – was created to shine a spotlight on the unique challenges boys face around the world, while elevating conversations around their health and overall well-being. The annual observance also serves to recognize the meaningful, often underrepresented contributions boys make to their families, local communities, and societies at large. Events like the CDPF’s school visit align with the day’s core mission by investing in boys’ development and creating spaces for open, supportive engagement with trusted community leaders.