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The Children's Authority of Trinidad and Tobago is a child-centred, family-focused organisation, advocating for the rights of children.
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To you our Foster Parents and Families we say Thank You. Your open hearts and homes have brought comfort, love and joy to many.
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Emergency Response Team
Our teams are working around the clock to ensure the safety of all children who come to our attention. If you are aware of incidents of child abuse or maltreatment, please call our toll free hotline 996 to make a report.
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Are you considering Adoption?
Adoption is the process whereby a person assumes full legal responsibility for a child who is not biologically theirs.
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Are you interested in becoming a foster parent?
Foster Care is a temporary option for children who are not able to live with their birth families due to a range of different circumstances.
Child Protection Is Everybody's Business! If you are aware of incidents of physical abuse, please report it today. Hotline: 996 or 800-2014 ... See MoreSee Less
Stop the LIES, multiple reports and you'll DONT follow up, CAN'T you'll see the public STOP getting involved, LESS WORK FOR YOU'LL, HEARTLESS PEOPLE 😡😡😡😡😡😡
The Authority recently met with the Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO) of the Ministry of Homeland Security. Both agencies discussed avenues through which children at the Authority’s Reception Centres can benefit from the Special Psychosocial Intervention & Educational Engagement PACSO offers.
Representatives from PACSO included: Mr. Zaheer Ali - Director, Dr. Varma Deyalsingh, Ms. Anu Bissessar, Ms. Rena Raghunanan, Ms. Priya Ramnarine and Ms. Derryn Carter.
Representatives from the Authority included: Ms. Alaina Boochoon – Performing the Duties of Director/CEO, Mrs. Danielle Gillezeau and Mrs. Patrice Jones Saunders. ... See MoreSee Less
A healthy balance of online and offline activity is essential for your child's overall development. Parents and guardians, please ensure your children have at least an hour of physical activity whether it be exercise or a hobby they enjoy. This will help improve their attention, brain function and ability to retain information. ... See MoreSee Less
#tbt Last Friday the Community Oriented Policing Division, held a Career Day for students in the San Juan district. Here are a few photos from that outreach. ... See MoreSee Less
Child Protection Is Everybody's Business! ... See MoreSee Less
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Child Protection Is Everybody's Business!
If you are aware of incidents of physical abuse, please report it today.
Hotline: 996 or 800-2014 ... See MoreSee Less
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But not everyone making your salaries...
Child Protection Is Everybody's Business! ... See MoreSee Less
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Is this confidential?
Stop the LIES, multiple reports and you'll DONT follow up, CAN'T you'll see the public STOP getting involved, LESS WORK FOR YOU'LL, HEARTLESS PEOPLE 😡😡😡😡😡😡
You all get reports, but drag your foot....
The Authority recently met with the Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO) of the Ministry of Homeland Security. Both agencies discussed avenues through which children at the Authority’s Reception Centres can benefit from the Special Psychosocial Intervention & Educational Engagement PACSO offers.
Representatives from PACSO included: Mr. Zaheer Ali - Director, Dr. Varma Deyalsingh, Ms. Anu Bissessar, Ms. Rena Raghunanan, Ms. Priya Ramnarine and Ms. Derryn Carter.
Representatives from the Authority included: Ms. Alaina Boochoon – Performing the Duties of Director/CEO, Mrs. Danielle Gillezeau and Mrs. Patrice Jones Saunders. ... See MoreSee Less
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Children continue to face consequences of their parents actions. Intervention needs to be done on the parents not the children.
as i say just another dinner party with no clear direction, relevant or meaningful intervention
A healthy balance of online and offline activity is essential for your child's overall development. Parents and guardians, please ensure your children have at least an hour of physical activity whether it be exercise or a hobby they enjoy. This will help improve their attention, brain function and ability to retain information. ... See MoreSee Less
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‼️Attention‼️
Help us find this child.
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My lord another missing child
The safety of your children should always be a priority. Here are a few simple ways you can ensure the safety of your children. ... See MoreSee Less
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#tbt
Last Friday the Community Oriented Policing Division, held a Career Day for students in the San Juan district. Here are a few photos from that outreach. ... See MoreSee Less
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The protection of our nation's children begins with knowing the signs of abuse. Today, we take a look at what is emotional abuse and how it can occur.
If you are aware of instances of abuse or maltreatment, please report it to the Authority at 996 or the Police at 999! ... See MoreSee Less
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Like calling you lazy and a dump...ent