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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.
As your children have fun this July August vacation, here's another way you can ensure their safety. Please ensure your children are monitored at all times by a trusted adult when around bodies of water. ... See MoreSee Less
The July-August vacation is in full swing and as our children play and enjoy their time away from school, we must ensure they do so in a safe manner. Mr. Shawn Pouchet, head coach of the Blue Dolphins Swim Club is here to share a few water safety tips to help you ensure your child's safety. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents and guardians, are you considering sending your child to a sleepover. Here are a few things you should ask before they go. ... See MoreSee Less
The July August vacation period is upon us once again. Before you decide on camp to send your child to, here are a few questions we encourage you to ask.
The Authority extends thanks to the Division of Community Development and Social Protection and we look forward to further collaboration in the best interest of our nation's children. ... See MoreSee Less
Do you find co-parenting challenging? The Ministry of Culture and Community Development will be hosting a 12 week co-parenting programme beginning July 13th. Registration is still open, so please scan the QR code on the flyer to join. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents and guardians, it's important to teach your children about their body parts in an age appropriate way. Knowledge is power and teaching your children about where they should or shouldn't be touched is one way you can help safeguard them. ... See MoreSee Less
As your children have fun this July August vacation, here's another way you can ensure their safety. Please ensure your children are monitored at all times by a trusted adult when around bodies of water. ... See MoreSee Less
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The July-August vacation is in full swing and as our children play and enjoy their time away from school, we must ensure they do so in a safe manner. Mr. Shawn Pouchet, head coach of the Blue Dolphins Swim Club is here to share a few water safety tips to help you ensure your child's safety. ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, are you considering sending your child to a sleepover. Here are a few things you should ask before they go. ... See MoreSee Less
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Child Protection is Everybody's Business! ... See MoreSee Less
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Children's Authority urges continued committment to child safety during the school holidays. ... See MoreSee Less
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The July August vacation period is upon us once again. Before you decide on camp to send your child to, here are a few questions we encourage you to ask.
Let's keep our children safe this JAVA! ... See MoreSee Less
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The Authority extends thanks to the Division of Community Development and Social Protection and we look forward to further collaboration in the best interest of our nation's children. ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you find co-parenting challenging? The Ministry of Culture and Community Development will be hosting a 12 week co-parenting programme beginning July 13th. Registration is still open, so please scan the QR code on the flyer to join. ... See MoreSee Less
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Parents and guardians, it's important to teach your children about their body parts in an age appropriate way. Knowledge is power and teaching your children about where they should or shouldn't be touched is one way you can help safeguard them. ... See MoreSee Less
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