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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.
The minor Asia Granderson has been found. The Authority thanks everyone who took the time to share and assist in locating this child. ... See MoreSee Less
#tbt Last Friday the Authority joined the South West Regional Health Authority for their Health Fair held at C3 Centre, San Fernando. Here are a few photos from that outreach activity.
Parents and guardians, your physical and emotional well-being is important. Please take a few moments for yourself, so you can be at your best to properly care for those you love. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents and guardians, your time and words towards your children matter. Believe it our not they are paying close attention. We encourage you to be mindful of the way you speak and treat your children as it impacts their emotional welbeing and behaviour. ... See MoreSee Less
Our children are paying close attention to our actions and the example we set daily. Let's ensure the example we set is one we wish for them to follow. ... See MoreSee Less
The Authority was not present when they found the child and humiliated her; hopefully it will do whatever it takes to protect her and heal her from now on.
Hopefully it will also strategise for all the other children's sakes.
The minor Asia Granderson has been found.
The Authority thanks everyone who took the time to share and assist in locating this child. ... See MoreSee Less
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Anonymous reporting is an option!
The information you provide and the safety of all children is what matters most to us.
If you are aware of incidents of child abuse or maltreatment, please contact the Authority at 996. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last Friday the Authority joined the South West Regional Health Authority for their Health Fair held at C3 Centre, San Fernando. Here are a few photos from that outreach activity.
Child Protection is Everybody's Business! ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, your physical and emotional well-being is important. Please take a few moments for yourself, so you can be at your best to properly care for those you love. ... See MoreSee Less
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When last did you check your child's mental well-being? Take a few moments to check in with your child today. ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, your time and words towards your children matter. Believe it our not they are paying close attention. We encourage you to be mindful of the way you speak and treat your children as it impacts their emotional welbeing and behaviour. ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, here are a few tips to help improve the mental health of your children. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our children are paying close attention to our actions and the example we set daily. Let's ensure the example we set is one we wish for them to follow. ... See MoreSee Less
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13-Year Old Child In The Care Of The Authority. ... See MoreSee Less
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The Authority was not present when they found the child and humiliated her; hopefully it will do whatever it takes to protect her and heal her from now on. Hopefully it will also strategise for all the other children's sakes.
I imagine more could be said, but thus would do.
Now go get all the rest!
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