The Mirrors Programme is pleased to welcome Coach Alfred Powell back to Bermuda as he continues his long-standing commitment to supporting families, youth, and community development. Due to unforeseen travel delays, Coach Powell will now arrive on island tomorrow. As a result, this evening’s parent session will not take place at CedarBridge Academy as previously planned and will instead be held virtually via Zoom.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87611092792
Coach Powell, who has been visiting Bermuda for the past 27 years, is an author, internationally renowned motivational speaker, and the Director of People of Colour at Stony Brook University in Long Island, New York. While on the island, he will be speaking and presenting to various sectors of the community.
Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, welcomed Coach Powell’s return, stating, “Coach Alfred Powell has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to empowering families and strengthening our community. His work challenges us to think differently, engage more intentionally with our young people, and build stronger foundations for success. The Mirrors Programme is proud to once again host his impactful sessions.”
This evening’s virtual session, Assumptions vs Reality: Discovering the Child You Haven’t Met, will run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and remains free and open to all parents and guardians. Speaking on the importance of parental involvement, Coach Powell shares, “You have to be involved in your child’s rescue. This workshop is not an apology, but a warning. To find out what I mean, you’ll have to attend the workshop.”
With his arrival expected tomorrow, all other scheduled engagements—including visits with the Department of Corrections, senior schools, and a special session with the current cohort of Emerging Leaders and Life Coaches—will proceed as planned.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to register for the parent session at https://form.jotform.com/mirrorsbda/parent-connect-meeting. For more information, contact The Mirrors Programme at mirrors@gov.bm or call 294-9291.