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Welcome to Children's Authority
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.
The Authority extends thanks to the Division of Community Development and Social Protection and we look forward to further collaboration in the best interest of our nation's children. ... See MoreSee Less
Do you find co-parenting challenging? The Ministry of Culture and Community Development will be hosting a 12 week co-parenting programme beginning July 13th. Registration is still open, so please scan the QR code on the flyer to join. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents and guardians, it's important to teach your children about their body parts in an age appropriate way. Knowledge is power and teaching your children about where they should or shouldn't be touched is one way you can help safeguard them. ... See MoreSee Less
The Authority extends thanks to the Division of Community Development and Social Protection and we look forward to further collaboration in the best interest of our nation's children. ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you find co-parenting challenging? The Ministry of Culture and Community Development will be hosting a 12 week co-parenting programme beginning July 13th. Registration is still open, so please scan the QR code on the flyer to join. ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, it's important to teach your children about their body parts in an age appropriate way. Knowledge is power and teaching your children about where they should or shouldn't be touched is one way you can help safeguard them. ... See MoreSee Less
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With the July August vacation fast approaching, we encourage parents, guardians and the national community to be vigilant.
Child protection is everybody's business.
If you are aware of instances of abuse or the maltreatment of children, please report it to the Authority at 996 or 800-2014. ... See MoreSee Less
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The rights of our children should always be protected. ... See MoreSee Less
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Do your Job please.
Last Saturday the Authority joined the Ministry of Homeland Security Ministry of the People, Social Development and Family Services and other stakeholders at the National Parenting Seminar: Empowering Parents and Caregivers of Children and Adolescents with Disabilities.
Here are a few photos from this seminar. ... See MoreSee Less
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A gentle reminder to all parents and guardians. ... See MoreSee Less
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Beautiful!