Project Strong is a program, which focuses on equipping young men and women with    trades that would increase their value in the job market.  The eighteen-month programme combines classroom instruction with apprenticeship in skills such as needlecraft, basket making, leather processing, cooking and bee keeping.  In this the ninth year of the programme, woodwork has been added to the list of skills being offered. National Bank was approached by Programme Director Mr. Washington Archibald for assistance and willingly stepped forward to lend its support.

In today's knowledge-based economy, what one earns depends on what one learns. With National Bank’s support we know that this crucial programme will continue to effectuate the promise of its name, and enable the enrolled students to develop and ultimately grow from strength to strength. The skill development potential for these students does not just stop at career advancement, but also extends beyond this to encompass personal enrichment. Mr. Archibald was at hand to accept a cheque on behalf of the students and staff from a National Bank representative.