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Message From

The Honourable Shamfa Cudjoe
Minister of Sport and
Community Development

IN COMMEMORATION OF TRINBAGO 2023 –

COMMONWEALTH YOUTH GAMES

Ladies and gentlemen, natural landscapes. During your time with us, I
encourage you to immerse yourselves in the wonders
As the Minister of Sport and Community Development our nation has to offer. Explore our pristine beaches, be
for the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, I feel privileged amazed at our diverse ecological heritage, indulge in our
by this opportunity to host the Commonwealth Family vibrant cuisine, and embrace the unique spirit of our
and delighted to address this momentous occasion, Trinbagonian culture.
the seventh edition of Commonwealth Youth Games,
which we have named “Trinbago 2023.” Trinbago 2023 will feature two (2) significant milestones
in the history of the Commonwealth Youth Games. This
Under the theme 'Changing Lives for the Better,' this is the first time that the games are being held in the
extraordinary multi-sport event was designed to leave Caribbean, and the first time that our country is hosting a
an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all who will major multi-sport event. An even more special and
participate and contribute to its success. From August important feature of this edition of the Games is that
4th to 11th, 2023, our beautiful twin-island Republic will patrons will have the joy of witnessing the inaugural
be the vibrant backdrop for an incredible showcase of inclusion of para-athletics. Ladies and gentlemen, this
talent, dedication, and camaraderie as over 1000 young demonstrates Trinidad and Tobago’s commitment to
athletes from across the Commonwealth gather to inclusivity, ensuring that athletes of all abilities have the
compete in seven (7) sporting disciplines, including opportunity to showcase their skills and inspire others.
Athletics, Aquatics, Cycling, Triathlon, Rugby 7, Fast 5
Netball and Beach Volleyball. Indeed, our National Sport Policy is grounded in the view
that sport remains the perfect and singular vehicle to
Trinidad and Tobago is excited to share with you our overcome individualism, selfishness, racism, intolerance,
warm hospitality, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking and discrimination of all kinds. This is possible because