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The Children's Authority of Trinidad and Tobago is a child-centred, family-focused organisation, advocating for the rights of children.
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To you our Foster Parents and Families we say Thank You. Your open hearts and homes have brought comfort, love and joy to many.
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Emergency Response Team
Our teams are working around the clock to ensure the safety of all children who come to our attention. If you are aware of incidents of child abuse or maltreatment, please call our toll free hotline 996 to make a report.
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Are you considering Adoption?
Adoption is the process whereby a person assumes full legal responsibility for a child who is not biologically theirs.
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Are you interested in becoming a foster parent?
Foster Care is a temporary option for children who are not able to live with their birth families due to a range of different circumstances.
Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
From the Authority: Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support.Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
From the Authority: Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support. ... See MoreSee Less
No it does not - It takes parents - two (if possible) parents with an evolutionary incentive to ensure that for the 20 years or so to raise a child is the most important reason they were put on earth and those children are the only way their spirit can survive the weakness of our bodies beyond the 72 years or so of our lifespan. The village has no incentive to raise your child - neither does the Childrens Authority, neither is the government or any politician or any judge in a court - you all are just there to earn a salary a go do home and never again think of the problem in the office. Fix the parents problem. Find out why children dont grow up with fathers - why is there a persistent feature of children at risk - living without their biological fathers. And if you look closely enough you will see that Your Village Rises a child idea is part of the problem.
According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, we can expect the hot and dry conditions we are currently experiencing to persist over the coming weeks. With this in mind, we encourage parents and guardians to ensure your children drink adequate amounts of water daily. Here’s a guide as to how much water your child should be consuming to remain hydrated daily:
Infants (6–12 months): 4 to 8 ounces (half to 1 cup) per day Toddlers (1–3 years): About 4 cups (32 ounces) per day Young Children (4–8 years): About 5 cups (40 ounces) per day Older Children (9–13 years): 7 to 8 cups (56 to 64 ounces) per day Teens (14–18 years): 8 to 11 cups (64 to 88 ounces) per day ... See MoreSee Less
One of the ways we can safeguard our children is by ensuring they know their rights. We encourage parents and guardians to teach their children as early as possible and in an age appropriate manner.
If you would like more information on how you can become a Kinship Foster Carer, please contact the Foster Care Unit at 627-0748 ext. 40988, 40342 or 40345 or via email at fostercare@ttchildren.org ... See MoreSee Less
Child protection is everybody's business! If you are aware of instances of child abuse, please report it to the Authority or the Police. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, the Authority met with the Secretary for the Division of Youth Empowerment and Sports, Mr. Keigon Denoon to discuss ways of collaborating to better serve the children at the Reception Centre and children who come to our attention. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
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Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support.Today, the Authority facilitated a meeting with members from the Children Court to discuss continued avenues for collaboration with regard to the children at the attention of the Court and the Authority.
Present at today's meeting were; Ms. Carlene Cross - Children Court Administrator, Ms. Kezeon Gopaul - Children Court Manager, Tobago, Ms. Sharon Francis-Gaines - FCD Social Services Manager, Ms. Onika Noreiga - FCD Social Services Coordinator and Ms. Yogeeta Balkissoon - FCD Children's Authority Liaison Unit Coordinator.
From the Authority: Ms. Lynette Bacchus - Manager, Tobago Operations, Mrs. Kelly Joseph-Baptiste- Team Lead, Child Welfare Services & Child and Family Reintegration Services, Ms. Nicola Carrington - Team Lead Reception Centre, Mrs. Waseme Stewart-Baptiste- Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support and Ms. Monega Ayres - Case Management Officer, Child Justice Support. ... See MoreSee Less
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No it does not - It takes parents - two (if possible) parents with an evolutionary incentive to ensure that for the 20 years or so to raise a child is the most important reason they were put on earth and those children are the only way their spirit can survive the weakness of our bodies beyond the 72 years or so of our lifespan. The village has no incentive to raise your child - neither does the Childrens Authority, neither is the government or any politician or any judge in a court - you all are just there to earn a salary a go do home and never again think of the problem in the office. Fix the parents problem. Find out why children dont grow up with fathers - why is there a persistent feature of children at risk - living without their biological fathers. And if you look closely enough you will see that Your Village Rises a child idea is part of the problem.
According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service, we can expect the hot and dry conditions we are currently experiencing to persist over the coming weeks. With this in mind, we encourage parents and guardians to ensure your children drink adequate amounts of water daily. Here’s a guide as to how much water your child should be consuming to remain hydrated daily:
Infants (6–12 months): 4 to 8 ounces (half to 1 cup) per day
Toddlers (1–3 years): About 4 cups (32 ounces) per day
Young Children (4–8 years): About 5 cups (40 ounces) per day
Older Children (9–13 years): 7 to 8 cups (56 to 64 ounces) per day
Teens (14–18 years): 8 to 11 cups (64 to 88 ounces) per day ... See MoreSee Less
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One of the ways we can safeguard our children is by ensuring they know their rights. We encourage parents and guardians to teach their children as early as possible and in an age appropriate manner.
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Kinship Foster Care is an option!
If you would like more information on how you can become a Kinship Foster Carer, please contact the Foster Care Unit at 627-0748 ext. 40988, 40342 or 40345 or via email at fostercare@ttchildren.org ... See MoreSee Less
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Child protection is everybody's business! If you are aware of instances of child abuse, please report it to the Authority or the Police. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, the Authority met with the Secretary for the Division of Youth Empowerment and Sports, Mr. Keigon Denoon to discuss ways of collaborating to better serve the children at the Reception Centre and children who come to our attention. ... See MoreSee Less
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