Grange mourns Troy Caine
Kingston 11 January 2019 – The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange has expressed sadness at the passing of the …
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Grange Pays Tribute to Dwight Nelson
The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, has released the following statement at the passing of the former government minister, …
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Retired DCP Cites Link Between Domestic Violence and Crime
Retired Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Novelette Grant, says there is a link between domestic violence and crime in Jamaica. “As a country, we need …
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Online Platform Launched to Allow Victims of GBV to Share Stories
Victims and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) now have a safe space to share stories, challenges and solutions, following the launch of an online platform …
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Public Education Campaign Launched to End Gender-Based Violence
In keeping with its quest to end gender-based violence (GBV), the Government launched the No Excuse for Abuse (#NEFA) public education campaign, Tuesday (December 4). …
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Jamaicans Urged to Help End Violence Against Women and Girls
State Minister in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, is appealing for Jamaicans to join the Government in ending violence …
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Nearly 15 Per Cent of Jamaican Women Experience Violence from A Male Partner
Nearly 15 per cent of all women in Jamaica, aged 15 to 49, who have ever married or partnered have experienced physical or sexual violence …
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Ministry Promotes Healthy Gender Relations
The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport will again promote healthy gender relations, through the staging of the annual International Day for the Elimination …
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Discussions on Paternity leave
The Government is facilitating discussions on the introduction of a Paternity Leave Act, to encourage shared parenting, support and mentoring. Speaking at the International Men’s …
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IMD an Opportunity for Measures to Help Men and Boys Reach Their Potential
The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, says International Men’s Day (IMD) is an opportunity for Jamaica to look at implementing …
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Work Progressing on National Shelter for Abused Women
Work is advanced on the establishment of the first State-run national shelter to assist women who need to leave abusive environments. The Government has completed …
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Peace and Justice Centres to Offer Gender-Based Violence Training
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is to be incorporated in the training programme offered at peace and justice centres across the island. “We are having conversations with …
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Jamaicans Encouraged to Learn More About Gender-Based Violence
Jamaicans are being encouraged to learn about the various forms of gender-based violence (GBV) and the support systems available. This call was made by Director, …
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Education Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence Being Developed
The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport is collaborating with the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) …
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First State-Run National Shelter to Assist Abused Women
The Government is advanced in the establishment of the first State-run National Shelter to assist women who need to leave abusive environments. Minister of Culture, …
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State Minister Calls on Parents to Look for Signs of Abuse
State Minister for Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, is calling on parents, teachers and caregivers to not only encourage play amongst children, …
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Gov’t Finalising Prevention of Sexual Harassment Bill
The Government is finalising the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Bill, which will be brought to the House of Representatives shortly. This was disclosed by Minister …
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PHOTO: Minister Grange and Lady Allen visit Women’s Centre
Minister Grange Hails Reggae Girlz as True Champions
The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange has hailed the “historic achievement” of Jamaica’s team which qualified for the FIFA …
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Minister Grange Pledges $5M Towards Luton’s Care
The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, has committed J$5million towards the medical care of Jamaican footballer Luton Shelton. Minister …
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