Profile

Who we are?
Volunteer Youth Corps Inc. is a voluntary, non-government and not-for–profit company made up of a group of dynamic young people who dedicate their time talents and energy towards the development of the health, economic and social sectors in Guyana.

Where we came from?
In December of 1996 after five (5) months of deliberation and gelling the Volunteer Youth Corps (VYC) was formally launched. The birth of the VYC, as it soon became known as, was out of recognition on the part of young people who were attached to various departments of the Ministry Of Health of the need for young people to make a voluntary contribution to the development of the health sector. This initiative was under the auspices and guidance of the then Minister of Health. Like the Candy Stripers, a Canadian Based Charity, The Volunteer Youth Corps served to inculcate a genuine "Care for Humanity" in young Guyanese through organizing visits to the Georgetown Hospital.

Structure
The daily operations fall under the mandate of 14 staff and 50 Volunteers/Mentors. The company is governed by a Board of Directors. The 11-member board is comprised of a strong multi-disciplinary team of professionals with established track-record in their respective field of expertise.

What are we about?
We seek to employ the most effective practices for improving the lives of young people strengthening families and supporting communities.