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Mastering IQ, EQ & SQ: Insights from the Tri-Intelligence Leadership Workshop in Mauritius
The Tri-Intelligence Leadership Workshop, organised by YUVA and held at the elegant Voilà Hotel in Bagatelle, Mauritius, offered a remarkable opportunity for leaders, professionals, and aspiring changemakers to deepen their understanding of three essential dimensions of intelligence — Intellectual (IQ), Emotional (EQ), and Spiritual (SQ). Facilitated by the esteemed Dr. Krishna Athal, the workshop attracted…
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Mauritius Robotics Team Departs for Panama to Represent the Nation at FIRST Global Challenge 2025
The evening air at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport was filled with emotion and anticipation as the Mauritius Robotics Team prepared to embark on an extraordinary journey to Panama City. Their destination: the FIRST Global Challenge 2025, a world-renowned robotics competition that brings together young innovators from over 190 countries. This year’s edition is more…
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YUVA at Mental Wellbeing For All 2025: A Celebration of Collective Healing and Awareness
We had the privilege of being part of an inspiring national gathering that reaffirmed one of the most important truths of our time — that mental health is not a privilege, but a fundamental human right. On Saturday, 25th October 2025, we at YUVA joined thought leaders, health professionals, policymakers, and changemakers at the Indira…
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Robotics Team Update: Precision Engineering and FIRST Global Readiness
The robotics team has reached one of the most exciting and critical milestones of their journey — the final testing and refinement phase before their participation in the FIRST Global Challenge in Panama. With the programming phase successfully completed, the focus has now shifted to enhancing mechanical stability, fine-tuning calibration, and ensuring that every system…
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NGOs in Mauritius and Their Role in Education: YUVA’s Initiatives for Students
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) play a pivotal role in shaping education systems worldwide, and Mauritius is no exception. With growing demands for quality education, NGOs have stepped in to supplement governmental efforts, providing resources, mentorship, and innovative programmes that directly impact student learning and development. Among these organisations, YUVA (Youth United in Voluntary Action) Mauritius stands…
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The Role of YUVA Mauritius in Youth Empowerment and Community Development
Youth empowerment is the cornerstone of any thriving society, and in Mauritius, YUVA (Youth United in Voluntary Action) has established itself as a leading force in creating opportunities for young people to realise their potential while uplifting local communities. Since its inception, YUVA Mauritius has focused on building capacity among young citizens, strengthening leadership, and…
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Robotics Team Update: Advancing Strategy for Competition and Parental Engagement
The excitement is building as our robotics team gears up for this year’s FIRST Global international competition in Panama. Last week, we hosted our annual parent meeting, a key event that brings together students, parents, and mentors to celebrate progress, share insights, and plan for the upcoming challenge. This year, the meeting was particularly engaging,…
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Symposium on Poverty 2025: Understanding and Addressing the Real Faces of Poverty in Mauritius
The auditorium of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in Côte d’Or was filled with purpose on Thursday, 16 October 2025, as policymakers, researchers, social workers, and community members gathered to observe the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. The event, themed around understanding the multidimensional nature of poverty in…
