As Jamaica strengthens the enforcement of its Sexual Harassment (Protection and Prevention) Act, the Bureau of Gender Affairs (BGA) has already reviewed more than 80 workplace policies. The Bureau has also provided technical support to both public and private-sector entities to ensure compliance and create safer spaces for all. This was noted by Principal Director at the BGA, Sharon Coburn...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has emphasised the Government’s commitment to aligning labour practices with global trends while safeguarding rights. The Minister was addressing the recent Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT) 50th Anniversary Luncheon and Awards Ceremony at the Courtleigh Hotel and Suites in New Kingston, where he highlighted the need for strategic transformation to ensure...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr, has hailed the Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT) as a vital institution in promoting industrial harmony and resolving workplace disputes.  He noted that over its 50-year history, “the IDT has functioned as a pillar of industrial democracy, standing tall through political transitions, something which Jamaica can be proud of.”   “The tribunal...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has charged students to make discipline their hallmark as they pursue success in their academic and personal lives. He noted that while natural talent can be a helpful starting point for achieving success, consistent discipline is crucial for sustained achievement and reaching one's full potential. “If you cannot develop good...

Seventy-four students with diverse disabilities have successfully completed the Early Stimulation Programme (ESP), gaining the skills and support needed to transition confidently into primary-level education. Of the 74 graduates, 56 will transition to primary-level special education institutions, while 18 have been successfully integrated into the mainstream school system. Addressing the annual graduation ceremony on Wednesday (July 9) at the Apostolic...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says the $1-billion Solidarity Programme reflects the Government’s unwavering commitment to social justice, equity and the advancement of inclusive development for all Jamaicans. “The Solidarity Programme is not just about the cash grant. It is about dignity, visibility and access,” he said in a statement to the House of Representatives...

Nearly 400 grassroots businesses are receiving vital support annually to grow, formalise and thrive through the Social Development Commission’s (SDC) Local Economic Development Support Programme (LEDSP). Director, Local Economic Development at SDC, Avril Ranger told a recent JIS Think Tank that the programme began in May 2015 and has since become a vital source of technical assistance and capacity-building for...