SHAKEITA AGARD

With over 4 years of experience working in the Foreign Service of Guyana, I developed a passion for diplomacy and service. I also have a passion and purpose to mentor young girls and empower women to discover their purpose and develop their full potential. I am the founder and leader of 'Women Restored' , a Ministry/ Group geared towards the development of young women.

• 11/01/23, 1st Global South Young Diplomat Forum- Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service, India
• 05/01/23, Training in Trade and Investment Facilitation for Belt and Road Countries- Ministry of Commerce, China
• 09/01/22, Training in Sustainable Development Diplomacy – Moroccan Academy for Diplomatic Studies, Morocco
• 2022, Founder & President – Women Restored Organization Non-profit Organisation that endeavors restore hope and purpose in the lives of young and vulnerable women in Guyana. Founded In April 2022
• 2017 - present, Youth Leader and Digital Team Leader Jesus Home of Prayer and Praise: New Beginnings Church
• 2016, Counselor at Camp GLOW Guyana – Counsel, empower and oversee the activities regarding young women in the Camp.
• 2015, Mentor at Camp GLOW Guyana – Assist with empowering and oversee the activities regarding young women in the Camp.

• Marsha Caddett, Director, Bilateral Affairs Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, mcaddett@minfor.gov.gy
• Ambassador Michael Brotherson, Consul General, Consulate General of Guyana, New York, mbrotherson@minfor.gov.com