Author: EDYOU FM Staff

As Guyana closes yet another Amerindian Heritage Month, we are reminded that the story of our Indigenous peoples is far from confined to just the Month of September. Their traditions, wisdom, and resilience remain woven into the fabric of our nation’s living history that still guides, teaches, and challenges us today. Elder Ovid Williams, a […]

Every year, on September 10, Guyanese across the nation come together to honor the remarkable legacy of Stephen Joseph Campbell, the first Amerindian to serve in the Parliament. This day transcends the celebration of one man’s historic achievements. It symbolizes the strides made in Indigenous representation and the ongoing pursuit of equality and justice for […]

  Digital Learning week is an annual observance that explores the evolving role of technology in education. This year’s spotlight falls on the powerful intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and learning highlighting both the opportunities and dilemmas that come with integrating digital tools into the classroom and beyond. The focus is on AI and the […]

The students who sat this year’s CSEC Mathematics transitioned from solving problems with fractions in Grade 6 to solving simultaneous equations in Grade 9. For years, students across the Caribbean have struggled with the often dreaded CSEC Mathematics exam. This persistent fear, combined with the extended learning disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, led organizations […]

For the past five weeks, the Unit of Allied Arts in collaboration with EdYou FM has given several schools a stage to showcase their steelpan chops. After a successful first concert on Sunday July 6, 2025, Amity was extended for an additional six weeks, with the final show slated for this Sunday, August 24, 2025 […]

As part of its mission to make education accessible to all, EdYouFM, under the stewardship of the Ministry of Education, continues to champion inclusive learning opportunities for migrant students. One such initiative is the recently concluded English for Spanish Speakers workshop at Port Kaituma Secondary School. The 5-day workshop, led by the passionate and dedicated […]

Breastfeeding is a lifelong foundation for a child’s health, development, and emotional well-being. However, to realise its endless benefits, mothers need the support of their families, communities, workplaces and health systems. Hence, this year’s World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) was observed under the theme, “Prioritize Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems”.   Family Support Gillian Trim, […]

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death. Therefore, in a country like ours where there are many rivers, creeks, canals and trenches, Coach Stephanie Fraser encourages Guyanese to take up swimming as a sport, a career and most importantly as a survival skill. In a recent episode of EdYou Rewind, Stephanie Fraser, President and […]

Every year on June 14, the world observes World Blood Donor Day, a moment to honour those who quietly and selflessly save lives through blood donation. Just five days later, on June 19, World Sickle Cell Day turns the spotlight towards the people living with sickle cell disease, many of whom depend on those very […]

In a society where men are often expected to be strong, silent, and stoic, it can sometimes feel like a breach of an unwritten rule to acknowledge emotional struggles. In recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month, we met with Mr. Diego Alphonso, former head of the Men’s Affairs Bureau and current official within the Gender […]