“Knowing Who You Are, Choosing Who You Can Become”

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NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Queens College took time last week to pour into the young men of the school. Prime Minister Philip Davis was the keynote speaker during a seminar for all high school male students.

Hundreds of young men gathered in the school’s auditorium as the nation’s leader shared the importance of their unique life stories. He told students that despite their individual circumstances, everyone has a story that is still being written.

Philip Davis, Prime Minister
“The pages that have already been turned may include triumphs, mistakes, doubts or disappointments, but the pen is still in your hands.”

Davis admonished the young men to know who they are, choose who they will become and encourage others walking the same journey.

Philip Davis, Prime Minister
“Every day, the world sends you messages about what it means to be a man. Some say it is about how tough you look, how many people you can impress, how much money you can flash. Others say it is about never showing emotion, never asking for help, never admitting you are wrong. Those ideas lead many young men into trouble. Real strength is quite different.”

He also urged students not to define their worth through social media.

Philip Davis, Prime Minister
“What do I believe in? What do I stand for when no one is watching? Who am I when there are no likes, no reposts, no audience? If you base your worth on what social media says about you, you will always feel empty. Your value comes from something deeper.”