Community Life
The MGREC proudly highlights the culture, education, and daily experiences of Mayaro/Guayaguayare/Rio Claro.
Life in Mayaro, Guayaguayare, and Rio Claro has long been shaped by a blend of coastal traditions, rural livelihoods, and educational progress. Fishing, agriculture, and energy-related work are carried out alongside a growing emphasis on schooling and youth development. Cultural practices and community gatherings are celebrated, and a strong sense of belonging is reinforced through shared heritage. In this way, the daily rhythm of the region is defined by both continuity and adaptation, where tradition and modern development are balanced to sustain community identity.
Efforts to strengthen this identity have been guided by the Mayaro/Guayaguayare/Rio Claro Education Council (MGREC), through which transparency, inclusivity, and sustainability have been promoted. Schools, youth programs, and civic organizations have been supported, and collaboration across the community has been encouraged. By these initiatives, social bonds have been reinforced and opportunities for future growth have been created. As a result, the region has been portrayed as one that remains deeply rooted in heritage while steadily advancing toward a shared vision of progress.
of est. total children in Mayaro/Guayaguayare/Rio Claro community require adequate technology access
of est. total population of Mayaro/Guayaguayare/Rio Claro community are Students and Children
Total Population Mayaro Constituency
People and Community
The Mayaro, Guayaguayare, and Rio Claro region is home to about 37,000 residents, with nearly one in four being children or adolescents. This youthful energy gives the community a vibrant character, where traditions are passed down while new opportunities in education and daily life continue to grow. Families, schools, and local groups work together to nurture this spirit, ensuring that children are supported in both learning and personal development.
Technology in Educataion
Access to digital tools has been steadily improving, even though about 2,000–2,500 children still face challenges with reliable devices or internet. Through the efforts of the Mayaro/Guayaguayare/Rio Claro Education Council (MGREC) and community partners, more students are being connected to technology that opens doors to learning and creativity. These changes show how the region is moving forward with resilience, blending its strong traditions with modern opportunities to build a brighter future.
COMMUNITY
Jabari Collins
Financial Officer (CPA/ACCA) – Spoken Word Artist
“In Mayaro, Guayaguayare, and Rio Claro, our strength is found in the way we rise together — each story, each tradition, each dream woven into the fabric of community life.”