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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses Wednesday’s (February 11) Post-Cabinet Press Briefing at Jamaica House.

Six Jamaicans to Participate in Ship for World Youth Programme

Six Jamaicans will be participating in the 37th Ship for World Youth (SWY) Programme in Japan, from February 15 to March 13. SWY is an international youth leadership and exchange initiative implemented by the Government of Japan. The announcement was...

Chief Executive Officer of the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA), Laurette Adams-Thomas, delivers remarks during the screening of the Children of Shanghai documentary and discussion forum on Monday (February 9) at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

CPFSA Prioritises Family Settings for Children in State Care

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Dr. Kasan Troupe, delivers remarks during the screening of the Children of Shanghai documentary and a discussion forum on Monday (February 9) at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

Childcare Entities Urged to Strengthen Family-Based Care Systems

Minister of State, Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Hon. Rhoda Moy Crawford (third left), speaking with students of May Day High School, during a visit to the institution in Manchester on Monday (February 9), to express condolences and offer support at the tragic passing of late grade-eight student, Lakeea Thompson.

Grief Counsellors Assigned to May Day High School

The road code test being administered to students at the Titchfield High School in Portland by the Island Traffic Authority on Friday, February 6.

31 Students at Titchfield High Sit Road Code Test

Students show off prizes won for best outfits at the Lawrence Tavern Primary School

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Lawrence Tavern Primary Students Encouraged to “Dream Big”

The grounds of the Lawrence Tavern Primary School in St. Andrew were a hub of activity on Thursday (February 5) as students stepped into the future by dressing as their favourite profession, while exploring potential career paths. From doctors, lawyers, teachers, astronauts, policemen and nurses to athletes, the annual Career Day was a showcase of ambition and creativity, with prizes...

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.

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Health Community Urged to Lobby for Regulation of Social Media Access Among Youth

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has called on health professionals to add their voices to the push for regulation of social media use among children 16 years and under as a mental health imperative. “I believe that the time has come for health to be part of that lobby, to say, ‘if you’re 16 years...

Students at Falmouth All-Age School, in Trelawny, at play.

1 month ago EducationYouth

School Administrators Urged to Safeguard Well-Being of Students During Cold Weather

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information (MoESYI) is advising school administrators to take proactive steps to safeguard the comfort and well-being of students as Jamaica continues to experience cooler-than-normal temperatures due to a strong cold front. This unusual weather pattern has brought lower temperatures and gusty winds across the island, creating conditions that may affect students’ concentration and...

Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, addresses the certificate presentation ceremony for participants in the second round of the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund, held at the Montego Bay Cultural Centre in St. James on January 29.

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Youth-Led Initiatives Strengthening Climate Resilience In Montego Bay

Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, says youth‑led climate action initiatives are playing a pivotal role in strengthening community resilience, particularly as the city continues to grapple with the effects of climate change. “Hurricane Melissa was not an anomaly… it was a warning. But it also revealed our strength. In the storm’s aftermath, it was youth-led projects that kept...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon.

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Minister Morris Dixon Emphasises Modernised Adoption Framework to Support Vulnerable Children

Strengthening adoption, foster care and support for children with special needs has been identified as a national priority to ensure better outcomes for vulnerable children across Jamaica. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, emphasises the need to modernise Jamaica’s adoption framework in order to create more opportunities for children to transition into...

2 months ago EducationYouth

Education Minister Calls for Stronger Child Protection in Jamaica

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, has called for stronger child protection measures in Jamaica, urging systemic reform and public vigilance against abuse and neglect. She was speaking during the Child Protection and Family Services Agency’s (CPFSA) 14th Annual Educational Achievement Awards Ceremony on Thursday (January 29) at the Terra Nova All-Suite...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (right), engages in discussion with awardee, Lisa Smith (left) during the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) 14th Annual Educational Achievement Awards Ceremony on Thursday (January 29) at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston. Sharing in the moment are Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Gore Family Foundation, Christine Gore (second left); and CPFSA CEO, Laurette Adams-Thomas.

2 months ago EducationYouth

Wards of the State Encouraged to Embrace Their Potential and Pursue Success

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, has encouraged wards of the State to embrace their potential, remain resilient, and walk confidently toward success. She was speaking during the 14th Annual Educational Achievement Awards Ceremony hosted by the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) on Thursday (January 29) at the Terra Nova...