20 Years of Advancing Asset-Building in the Cayman Islands
The Cayman Islands Youth Development Consortium is a non-government, non-profit organization, founded specifically to implement asset-building programmes for Cayman’s youth.
For 20 years, CIYDC has created partnerships and opportunities to promote the developmental assets throughout the Cayman Islands.
Mission: motivate all children and young people about their asset development, which encompasses the support of their peers, family, school, and community.
Vision: ensure that every young person has an awareness of their assets and has a drive for success in all areas.
Purpose: It is our belief that the proactive youth development approach of helping all young people develop their assets (strengths) is the most effective way of preventing their involvement in risky behavior.
Aims: We aim to provide young people in the Cayman Islands with the resources and support they need to thrive. Our approach is based on the Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets Framework, which focuses on building the skills, relationships, and positive values young people need to succeed in life. By empowering young people, we can create a brighter future for our community.
Discover more by exploring our bylaws, impact report, and strategic plan
Milestones Throughout the Years
2006 – 2011
2006 – CIYDC Launches
2007 – Launched Universal Children’s Day Parade
2008 – Launched 1st Leadership and Prevention Summer Camp
2009 – Launched CI National Youth Development Symposium
2009 – Launched Child Abuse Prevention ‘Blue Ribbon Campaign’
2010 – Launched Supporting Cayman Youth Campaign (1st Proclamation signed)
2011 – Launched Pilot Afterschool Programme at Sir John A Cumber
2011 – CIYDC officially registered as a non-profit organization
2012 – 2018
2012 – Celebrate Our Youth Day attracts key government officials and community leaders
2013 – Piloted overnight summer camp with visiting missionaries
2014 – Launched Asset Advocate and Patron Reception at Governor’s Residence
2015 – 1st Outdoor Celebrate Our Youth Day, held in West Bay
2016 – Celebrate Our Youth Day, held in George Town
2017 – 1st Planning for Youth Success (PFYS) Conference held at the Ritz Carlton, with Bishop Dr. Gary Welch as keynote speaker
2018 – PFYS Conference, with Hon. Floyd Green, Jamaica’s Minister of Youth & Information as keynote speaker
2019 – 2024
2019 – Launched Essentials of Asset-Building Training Workshop
2019 – PFYS Conference, with Mr. Coolridge Minton as keynote speaker
2020 – PFYS Conference, with Ms. Kaysia Kerr, Jamaica CEO of National Parenting Support Commission
2021 – Hybrid PFYS Conference, with virtual presenters Dr. Lee & Claudine Bailey
2022 – Hybrid PFYS Conference, with virtual presenter Jhennelle Small
2023 – PFYS Conference, with Hon. Taylor, Turks and Caicos Minister of Education & Youth
2024 – PFYS Conference, with Ms. Cora Colebrooke, Bahamas Ministry of Education & Youth
2025 – 2026
