Anthurium Lewis

Anthurium Lewis
Born
🏳️ Citizenship	Tobago
💼 Occupation	* Youth activist Environmental advocate
Known for	* Activism
Notable work	She is the founder of Fruits For Tomorrow, an initiative focused on food security, environmental sustainability and youth empowerment.

Anthurium Lewis is a Tobagonian youth activist, environmental advocate, child-rights ambassador and archery athlete. She is the founder of Fruits For Tomorrow, an initiative focused on food security, environmental sustainability and youth empowerment. Lewis is a six-time national archery champion of Trinidad and Tobago and was selected as one of the United Nations' Young Leaders for the Sustainable Development Goals for the 2025–2027 cohort.

Lewis was born in Tobago, one of the two main islands of Trinidad and Tobago. She became involved in archery at the age of six and later developed an interest in environmental conservation, food security and youth advocacy.

Early life and education

Lewis grew up in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago. She began practicing archery at the age of six, initially as a recreational activity.

She attended Bishop's High School Tobago in Scarborough, Tobago.

Lewis combined her studies with competitive archery, youth leadership and environmental advocacy. Her experience in sport became an important influence on her approach to leadership and activism, particularly her emphasis on discipline, resilience and perseverance.

Activism

Fruits For Tomorrow

At the age of 14, Lewis founded Fruits For Tomorrow, an initiative established to address food insecurity while promoting environmental sustainability in Tobago.

The organization focuses on planting native fruit trees and encouraging young people and communities to participate in sustainable food production. Lewis distributes seedlings to schools and community groups and encourages children to plant and care for the trees themselves.

The initiative promotes the planting of native species including sapodilla, soursop, pomerac, breadfruit, custard apple, shaddock and primrose.

Lewis has described the project as a response to two issues she observed in her community: the disappearance of native fruit trees and food insecurity among children.

Environmental advocacy

Lewis's environmental advocacy focuses on food security, biodiversity, environmental stewardship and climate action. Through Fruits For Tomorrow, she has promoted the planting of native fruit trees as a way of strengthening local food systems while restoring and protecting the environment.

She has visited schools and community organizations to distribute seedlings and teach young people about environmental sustainability and food production.

Lewis has argued that young people should not have to wait until adulthood before taking action on climate change and other environmental challenges.

Child-rights advocacy

Lewis is a Child's Rights Ambassador and has advocated for greater opportunities and representation for children and young people.

Her advocacy combines environmental issues with youth empowerment and social inclusion. She has promoted the idea that children and young people should be given opportunities to participate in decisions affecting their communities and future.

Lewis has also worked as a Group Scout Leader and has used youth programmes and sport to encourage leadership, discipline and community participation.

Archery career

Lewis began archery at the age of six and progressed to competitive international-level competition.

She became a six-time national archery champion of Trinidad and Tobago.

Lewis has also worked as a certified archery coach, using the sport to mentor younger people and promote discipline and resilience.

She has described archery as an important part of her personal development, saying that the sport taught her persistence and helped her develop the confidence to pursue environmental and community projects.

Her sporting activities have also contributed to her advocacy for the use of sport as a tool for youth development and social inclusion.

Junior Minister of Tourism

Lewis served as Junior Minister of Tourism for Tobago during the 2024–2025 period.

In that role, she advocated for sustainable tourism and greater youth representation in discussions concerning Tobago's tourism sector.

Her work in tourism connected her environmental advocacy with the promotion of sustainable development and responsible use of Tobago's natural and cultural resources.

United Nations Young Leader for the SDGs

In 2025, Lewis was selected as one of the 17 Young Leaders for the Sustainable Development Goals for the 2025–2027 cohort of the United Nations Youth Office.

The programme selected young leaders from different countries working across areas including sustainable development, human rights and peace and security. Lewis was selected for her work as founder of Fruits For Tomorrow and as a Child's Rights Ambassador.

The selection followed a global application process that attracted more than 33,000 applications from over 150 countries.

As a Young Leader for the SDGs, Lewis has used the international platform to promote youth-led action on environmental sustainability, food security and community development.

International advocacy

Lewis has participated in international youth events focused on sustainable development, youth empowerment and regional collaboration.

In 2026, she participated in the Afro-Latin-Caribbean Youth Congress in Panama, where delegates developed a declaration focused on youth empowerment and regional cooperation.

She has also participated in United Nations youth initiatives and campaigns concerning sustainable development and youth participation.

Research and education

Lewis has authored research examining how cultural beliefs influence teachers' responses to autistic students in Tobago.

Her academic interests have included education, social inclusion and the experiences of children with disabilities.

In a regional children's rights competition organized with UNICEF participation, Lewis received second place in the research-paper category and the award for best oral presentation.

Recognition

Lewis has received several awards and recognitions for her achievements in sport, youth leadership and community service.

She received the Chief Scout Award from former president of Trinidad and Tobago Paula-Mae Weekes.

She has also been recognized for her academic performance, obtaining twelve Grade 1 passes in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate examinations.

Her environmental work through Fruits For Tomorrow contributed to her selection as a United Nations Young Leader for the Sustainable Development Goals.

See also

• Youth activism
• Climate activism
• Environmental movement
• Food security
• Sustainable Development Goals
• Archery
• Children's rights
• Youth empowerment

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