Cayman’s own Olympian Ronald Forbes has decided it’s his turn to give back to the community by inspiring the youth to stay on the right “track”.

Mr. Forbes, a former 110 metre Olympic hurdler, approached the Ministry of Health, Environment, Youth, Sports and Culture to propose his views on positive national development through a series of talks.

Forbes will be visiting youngsters in schools and young adults in Caymanian communities over a three week period.

He will emphasise the importance of a sound education and building self-esteem and self worth.

James Myles, Youth Services Coordinator of the Youth Services Unit said, “I think this is something that all pro-social agents should be doing.

“The Ministry asked me to coordinate this and we will be doing this for any of the other pro-social agents or sports ambassadors who are willing to get involved in this way.

Mr. Myles went on to say that they are already seeing positive effects from the students that have spoken to Ronald.

“I am already seeing some profound effects. Ronald’s words might be the words of inspiration that the youth of this country needs. I hope they find a positive message through him.”

Ronald added, “I am very proud of my accomplishments, from where I began up until present day.

“One of the things I hope to give back is to help mold and to guide some of those who don’t know the answers and need help to figure it out.

Ronald is currently on recovery time and begins off-season training in October. He begins competing in indoor circuit races in mid January preparing himself for the World Indoor Championships.

“I also hope to help them strive to either attain what I did or to be better role models in society. Especially when it comes to sports related activities, I’d like them to be a better athlete than I ever was.

Ronald will be attending the Light House School on Monday and continuing the week with the various houses of John Gray High School.

His final week of talks will conclude with the houses of Clifton Hunter High School and ending on Friday with the schools of Cayman Brac.

For more information Ronald can be contacted at 929-8174.

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