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Director of the Victim Services Branch (VSB) in the Ministry of Justice, Dionne Dawn Binns.

Persons Experiencing Trauma from Crime Encouraged to Seek Assistance

Individuals who are experiencing trauma as a result of crime are being encouraged to seek assistance from the Ministry of Justice’s Victim Services Branch offices islandwide. Director of the Victim Services Branch, Dionne-Dawn Binns, noted that when individuals experience trauma...

Consultant Gynaecologic Oncologist at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital, Dr. Anna-Kay Taylor-Christmas, addresses the recent launch of the revised National Screening Guidelines for Priority Non-Communicable Diseases in Primary Health Care, held at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, in New Kingston.

Sexually Active Women Urged to Get Screened

LASCO/NAJ Nurse of the Year 2025, Fione Collins, delivers remarks after being crowned during a ceremony held recently at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

Nurse of the Year to Focus on Empowering Women

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, delivers the keynote address at the Sexual Harassment Tribunal Swearing-in Ceremony and Designation of Authorised Officers, on Thursday (July 17), at the Ministry in New Kingston. Listening (at left) is Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith.

Personnel in Place to Carry Out Duties Under Sexual Harassment (Protection and Prevention) Act

Jamaica Libraries and Information Network (JAMLIN) Development Manager, Jasheka Robinson, delivers remarks during a Disaster Management Workshop, which was held at the Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library on Monday (June 30). At left is workshop facilitator, Dr. Roberto Rivera. The workshop was held to highlight the critical role of libraries as safe spaces for families and communities during natural disasters.

Librarians Being Equipped to Safeguard Communities During Disasters

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, delivers her 2025/26 Sectoral Debate presentation in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 24).

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Western Regional Shelter to Support Gender-based Violence Victims With Transitional Care

The Western Regional National Shelter in St. James, which is now undergoing renovation, will serve as a transitional facility for women affected by gender-based violence (GBV). This shelter complements existing facilities in the North-East and Eastern Regions, forming part of the National Shelter Unit. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, made the announcement during her 2025/26...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange.

9 months ago Gender Affairs

Sexual Harassment Tribunal Up and Running

The Sexual Harassment Tribunal has been established and is now operational, says Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Minister, Hon. Olivia Grange. The Tribunal is established under the Sexual Harassment (Protection and Prevention) Act to hear and determine complaints and to make awards. “It applies across all sectors and mandates every employer or institution to create and enforce policies,” Ms. Grange...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, delivers the keynote address during the Ministry’s Outstanding Father Awards Ceremony on June 13 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston. The event was held under the theme ‘The Power of Presence: Fathers Who Make a Difference’.

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Gov’t to Establish Shelter for Male Victims of Human Trafficking

Plans are under way by the Government to establish Jamaica’s first shelter dedicated to supporting boys who are victims of human trafficking. This initiative is being spearheaded through a partnership between the Ministry of National Security and the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, through its Bureau of Gender Affairs (BGA). Gender Minister, Hon. Olivia Grange, made the disclosure...

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Gender Ministry Champions Male Empowerment Through Targeted Programmes

The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport is advancing its male empowerment agenda through targeted programmes aimed at supporting Jamaican men, promoting positive masculinity, and fostering healthy family relationships. Speaking during the Outstanding Father Awards Ceremony at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on June 13, Portfolio Minister, Hon. Olivia Grange, reflected on the progress of the Male...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, presents a commemorative plaque to Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., in recognition of his outstanding role as a father, during the Ministry’s Outstanding Father Awards Ceremony on Friday (June 13) at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston. The event was held under the theme: ‘The Power of Presence: Fathers Who Make a Difference’.

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Gender Ministry Honours 70 Fathers for Leadership in Parenting and Community

Seventy fathers from across Jamaica have been recognised by the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport for their outstanding contributions to parenting, mentorship, and community leadership as part of a national initiative celebrating fatherhood and male involvement in family life. They were honoured during the Ministry’s Outstanding Father Awards Ceremony at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston on...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, presents the Outstanding Father Award to Rev. Dr. Peter Garth, at a ceremony held at the Caymanas Golf Club in St. Catherine in June 2022.

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Bureau of Gender Affairs to Celebrate Outstanding Fathers

Sixty exceptional fathers and male caregivers will be celebrated at this year’s Outstanding Fathers Awards (OFA) ceremony, which will take place at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Friday (June 13). The special ceremony, in observance of Father’s Day, will recognise fathers across various parishes and sectors, for their parenting, mentorship, and community involvement under the theme ‘The...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre, front row), shares a photo opportunity with members of staff during a special Father’s Day function on Wednesday (June 11), The function was held at the Office of the Prime Minister. Fathers who are staff members of the Office of the Prime Minister, Jamaica House and the Office of the Cabinet were honoured during the event. Father’s Day 2025 will be observed on Sunday, June 15.

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PM Holness Applauds Fathers Committed to Strengthening Families

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has commended fathers who are committed to playing pivotal roles in strengthening families and, by extension, the nation. Describing fatherhood as one of life’s most sacred callings, Dr. Holness acknowledged fathers who embrace their responsibilities and make sacrifices for their children. He pointed out that, “across Jamaica… we honour the fathers… who...