Summer at Guediawaye beach: A development program for young people from the suburbs of Dakar
Guediawaye beach, located in the suburbs of Dakar, is transformed into a real playground and leisure area for young people in the region. Indeed, the “Jeunesse Sénégal” association launched the “Summer Guedbeach” initiative, a holiday camp aimed at offering young residents of Guediawaye the opportunity to have fun and flourish during the holidays.
The main objective of this program is to combat certain problems faced by young people in this region, such as illegal migration and drowning accidents. By offering a secure leisure space, the association hopes to entertain young people and keep them away from the risks associated with the sea.
According to Amdy Toure, vice-president of the Senegal Youth Consortium, more and more beaches in Senegal are privatized, which limits young people’s access to these relaxation spaces. He also points out that many young people have to pay a lot to access more touristy beaches or risk facing penalties if they break the rules.
The “Summer Guedbeach” program therefore offers an accessible and secure alternative to young people in Guediawaye. They can take advantage of the activities organized on Malibu beach, thus avoiding the dangers associated with prohibited swimming and the risk of drowning.
This initiative has been very successful and the Senegal Youth Consortium plans to extend it to other localities in Senegal. By offering young people opportunities for entertainment and development, the association hopes to contribute to their personal development and to the construction of a fulfilled Senegalese youth aware of the risks that await them.
The “Summer Guedbeach” initiative is welcomed by many residents of Guediawaye, who see it as a concrete way to occupy young people during the holidays and protect them against the dangers of the sea. These activities also make it possible to strengthen the bond social within the community and to promote a spirit of mutual aid and solidarity among the young participants.
In conclusion, the “Summer Guedbeach” initiative offers a great opportunity for young people from Guediawaye to enjoy the summer and flourish in a secure environment. By offering fun and educational activities, the Senegal Youth Consortium once again proves its commitment to Senegalese youth and its desire to fight against the problems that affect them.