The Greenwood Park Community Police Forum (CPF) Youth Desk has elected a new executive committee, pledging to strengthen youth participation, crime prevention and community safety. The election took place at the youth desk’s annual general meeting (AGM), held at Avoca Primary School on August 15, 2026. This meeting brought together members to reflect on previous initiatives, assess the organisation’s direction and plan future youth-focused programmes.
Mesholen Reddy was elected chairperson, with Shriya Devnarain as vice chairperson and Kiara Reddy as secretary. Chanel Pillay will serve as public relations officer, while Kavir Kalidin takes up the position of head of schools. Shivayln Reddy was elected to oversee sport, arts and culture, while Luvan Alexander will lead environmental affairs and community outreach. The new executive committee has committed to improving co-ordination, communication, accountability and youth involvement.
During the AGM, members reflected on projects undertaken by the youth desk, including painting the paediatric ward, community clean-ups and painting initiatives at Columbia Primary School and Avoca Primary School. Other activities included youth competitions, educational debates, essay-writing initiatives linked to the Junior Commissioner Programme, poetry competitions and career days. These initiatives demonstrate the youth desk's commitment to community service and education.
The youth desk acknowledged former chairpersons Ashlin Ellan and Sapna Kissoon for their leadership and for helping establish a standard for the organisation’s work. Their contributions have paved the way for the new executive committee to build on previous successes and drive positive change in the community.
The newly elected executive has committed to working with CPF structures, schools, community organisations, SAPS and other stakeholders. Its focus areas include youth leadership, crime prevention, education, community service, sport, arts and culture, environmental awareness and school engagement. By collaborating with various stakeholders, the executive aims to create a safer and stronger community.
The executive believes meaningful youth participation is essential to building safer, stronger communities where young people feel empowered and take responsibility for contributing positively to society. This vision is at the heart of the youth desk's mission and will guide its programme of activities for the remainder of 2026 and beyond.
In a statement, the public relations officer, Chanel Pillay, thanked members and stakeholders who had contributed to the youth desk’s work. The executive looks forward to engaging with young people and community partners as it develops its programme of activities. The new leadership is committed to making a positive impact in the community and promoting youth empowerment.
Key points
- The Greenwood Park CPF Youth Desk has elected a new executive committee to drive positive change and strengthen youth participation in the community.
- The new executive committee has committed to improving co-ordination, communication, accountability and youth involvement, while working with various stakeholders.
- The youth desk's focus areas include youth leadership, crime prevention, education, community service, sport, arts and culture, environmental awareness and school engagement.
