Harneys continues to support the Cayman Islands Youth Parliament programme
During the programme, participants learn about the practices and procedures of the Parliament of the Cayman Islands and use their voices to bring about social change through meaningful representation and debate. The programme demonstrates to future young parliamentarians the role and purpose of parliaments as institutions for democracy and good governance.
Zena Merren-Chin, Clerk of the Parliament of the Cayman Islands, said: “The Parliament is truly grateful for the continued support of Harneys for this programme. The students that participate are provided the opportunity to learn parliamentary procedures and practices and they take great pride in preparing relevant topics to debate during the CIYP debate in March 2025.”
Jessica Williams and Ben Hobden, co-heads of the firm’s Litigation & Insolvency and Restructuring teams in the Cayman Islands, presented the cheque to the CIYP. Jessica stated, “It is great to witness this next generation of parliamentarians learn key skills they will take with them as they develop into future leaders.” Ben wished the group “every success throughout their journey.”
The 18th Youth Parliament (2024-2025) began its weekly meetings on 1 October 2024. Participants have since spent the past few months learning about Parliamentary procedures and developing a motion or bill of their choosing for the live debate on Monday, 10 March 2025, at 10:30 am.
Harneys is an international law firm committed to making a positive footprint in each locale where its team members live and work. In that spirit, Harneys regularly contributes resources that strengthen its local communities.
