A powerful evening where Bermuda's young people took center stage to confront the harsh realities of violence through bold, youth-led campaigns.
June 10th, 2025
5 Schools
75+ Sessions
An Evening of Raw Truth and Unfiltered Courage
On June 10th, the Ministry of National Security hosted Truth Be Told: Youth Rise Against the Violence — a powerful and emotionally charged evening that placed Bermuda's young people at the center of the conversation on gang violence.
In front of a packed audience of students, parents, educators, and community leaders, five high school teams took the stage to unveil bold, youth-led campaigns that confront the harsh realities of violence in Bermuda. These weren't abstract ideas or classroom assignments — they were raw, unfiltered truths, rooted in lived experience and shaped by months of research, collaboration, and courage.
75+
Sessions Across Five Schools
5
Youth-Led Campaigns
12-16
Original Graphics Per Campaign
Youth Leading the Charge
Each school took on tough, real-world topics and created comprehensive campaigns with names, logos, graphics, and powerful films that reflect their lived reality.
Bermuda Institute
Unlocked
Snitch Culture – Break the Silence
A youth-driven social media campaign challenging the stigma around 'snitching' by shedding light on its real-life consequences.
Key Message:
"Breaking the silence saves lives, prevents violence, and strengthens our communities."
Explores how gang violence creates a ripple effect that touches every corner of the community.
Key Message:
"Gang violence doesn’t just affect those involved
—
it ripples out to impact kids,
parents, teachers, store owners, bus drivers, and the entire community."
Tackles the growing issue of knife violence among youth and the irreversible consequences of a single violent act.
Key Message:
"Carrying a weapon doesn’t make you stronger
—
it m
akes you vulnerable to life
-
altering consequences. Choose growth, safety, and a brighter future."
Thank you to our partners who believe in the power of youth voices
"Violence has a significant and lasting impact on our young people, creating struggles with trust, self
-
esteem and the ability to build healthy relationships. In addition, violence
places a heavy burden on
society, resulting in decreased productivity and increased strain on community resources.
Programs Truth Be Told: Youth Rise Against Violence can help break the cycle of violence and promote a
culture of peace. By investing in the
se proactive initiatives, we can equip our youth with the tools they
need to succeed and positively impact their communities by promoting values of respect,
understanding, and collaboration."
MS ReinsuranceSponser
"At One Communications, we belie
ve in the power of youth
—
not just as the promise of tomorrow, but as
the driving force of today.
We are incredibly proud to sponsor this year’s conference and to stand alongside such passionate,
creative, and determined young minds. Watching Bermuda’s futu
re tackle complex issues, collaborate
with one another, and bring bold, imaginative ideas to life has been truly inspiring.
Their courage to question, openness to learn, and commitment to making a difference reminds us why
supporting youth is not just impo
rtant
—
it’s essential.
They’re not just imagining a better future
—
they’re building it, and we’re honored to be part of the
journey."
