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Executive Director of the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation, Dr. Zoe Simpson
Executive Director of the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation, Dr. Zoe Simpson

Pamela McNeil Lecture To Focus On Adolescent Pregnancy

Adolescent pregnancy will be the main focus of the Annual Pamela McNeil Lecture, which will be held on Thursday, November 18, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The Lecture, a signature event of the Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation (WCJF), an agency...
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams (thir left), points out the features of one of several tablets donated by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) to students of the August Town Primary School in St. Andrew. The students (from left) are Jequan Treleven, Janoie Allen and Francois Bersick. Looking on are Social Development Manager at JSIF, Mona Sue-Ho (second right) and August Town Primary School Principal, Jennifer Solomon. The handover ceremony was held at the school on Thursday (November 11).
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams (thir left), points out the features of one of several tablets donated by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) to students of the August Town Primary School in St. Andrew. The students (from left) are Jequan Treleven, Janoie Allen and Francois Bersick. Looking on are Social Development Manager at JSIF, Mona Sue-Ho (second right) and August Town Primary School Principal, Jennifer Solomon. The handover ceremony was held at the school on Thursday (November 11).

JSIF Donates Tablets to August Town and Hope Valley Experimental Primary Students
Acting Chief Education Officer in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, delivers remarks at a ceremony for the handover of 100 tablets for students across the island by the First Heritage Co-Operative Union Credit Union (FHC) Foundation, at the FHC in Kingston on November 11.
Acting Chief Education Officer in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, delivers remarks at a ceremony for the handover of 100 tablets for students across the island by the First Heritage Co-Operative Union Credit Union (FHC) Foundation, at the FHC in Kingston on November 11.

First Heritage Donates 100 Tablets to Students
Education, Youth and Information Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the virtual Post Cabinet press briefing on Wednesday (November 10). Photo: A. Walker
Education, Youth and Information Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the virtual Post Cabinet press briefing on Wednesday (November 10). Photo: A. Walker

Strategy Approved To Protect Children Online
Senior Health Education Officer at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Julia Manderson-Steele, addresses the Ministry’s Health Promotion and Education Review, held virtually on November 4.
Senior Health Education Officer at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Julia Manderson-Steele, addresses the Ministry’s Health Promotion and Education Review, held virtually on November 4.

Health Official Says Children Must Engage More In Physical Activities

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Youth Of Excellence Empowerment Forum On Wednesday

A Youth of Excellence Empowerment Forum will take place on Wednesday, (November 17) at The Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event is part of activities to mark International Men’s Day (IMD) 2021, being observed on November 19,  under the theme ‘Outstanding Men: Leading by Example’. The activities are being spearheaded by the...
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Flyer showing details of the National Youth Policy Creative Competition Challenge.
Youth

National Youth Policy Creative Competition Challenge Now Open

Talented young persons, aged 15 to 29, will have up to December 10 to submit their creative written, artistic or video entries for the National Youth Policy Creative Competition Challenge. The competition, which is being staged by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, is part of a slate of activities for National Youth Month being observed in November. The...
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Child Protection and Family Services Agency
Youth

11- Member Child Care and Protection Advisory Council Appointed

The Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams has appointed 11 members to serve on the first Child Care and Protection Advisory Council, established in accordance with Section 85 of the Child Care and Protection Act (CCPA) 2004. The Council, which received Cabinet approval in June 2021, will serve for a period of two years, ending in June...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Robert Morgan.
Youth

Several Activities For Young Persons During National Youth Month

The nation’s youth can look forward to an exciting and engaging variety of activities in celebration of National Youth Month, being observed from November 1 to 30. They will have the opportunity to engage in ‘Around the Table Discussions’ with notable, successful professionals; participate in the ‘All about the VAX’ forum; log on to the Virtual Youth Summit, themed ‘The...
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Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams.
Youth

Parents Encouraged To Create A Safe And Positive Environment For Children

As the country observes National Parent Month in November, parents are being encouraged to create a safe and positive environment for their children. The launch was held virtually, today (November 1),  by the National Parenting Support Commission (NPSC). Speaking at the event, Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, said the Government remains committed to improving the state...
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Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams (right) greets Pastor Odean White of Church on the Rock, at the National Youth Month Church Service held on October 31.
Youth

November Is Youth Month

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information will be observing Youth Month in November under the theme ‘Evolve’. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams said this year’s theme is intended to promote a strong sense of self awareness among youth and encourage a deeper understanding of self in the context of a more dynamic and innovative world. “It also seeks to...
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