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Welcome to Children's Authority
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.
Children require structure even during the July-August vacation. Let's ensure that during this school vacation period that the progress made is not undone by a lack of structure. ... See MoreSee Less
Last Saturday, Deputy Director/General Manager- Child Welfare Services (Ag.) Mrs. Mieka Tang Yew, represented the Authority at the TTFA's Player Care and Well-being Level IV Graduation Ceremony. The Authority extends congratulations to the graduates and the TTFA for their commitment to the protection of children in sports. Here are a few photos from this initiative. ... See MoreSee Less
Parents and guardians, while the July-August vacation is meant to be a time for fun and enjoyment, your guidance during this period is important. Here are a few tips to help you keep your child on track, strengthen your relationship and ensure your child's well-being. ... See MoreSee Less
The protection of our nation's children requires the involvement of all stakeholders. It is against this back-drop the Authority's Director/C.E.O. Ag, Mrs. Rhonda Gregoire-Roopchan and Case Management Officer, Sharon Winchester met with the Head of the Inter-Religious Organisation, Dr. Ellis Harrison Burris recently in Tobago.
I agree that the protection of our nation’s children requires all stakeholders on deck yet there’s a father who made a report of his 15 year old son being sexually abused by a relative for the past 3 years to the police since May 28 and up to now no feedback except one visit from the Children's Authority of Trinidad and Tobago???
What exactly do y'all do besides picture ops. Waste of time all of allyuh
You can discipline your child without being abusive! Research has shown that corporal punishment often leads to physical abuse and can cause children to develop mental and disorders. We encourage parents and guardians to us alternative methods when disciplining their children. ... See MoreSee Less
#flashbackfriday It's officially been a year since ChildLine TT joined the CPIMS+ Primero Case Management System.
This system enables agencies in the child protection landscape, to provide timely intervention to children and families who come to our attention.
From right: Ms. Alaina Boochoon, General Manager - Child and Family Reintegration Services (CATT), Mr. Leevun Solomon, Programme Coordinator (ChildLine), Ms. Camille Alexis, Helpline Case Management Officer (ChildLine), Ms. Cherisse Jones, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Officer (ChildLine), Mr. Deon Wellington, CPIMS+ Administrator (CATT), Ms. Ariane Farrell, Team Lead, Investigation and Intervention Unit (CATT) ... See MoreSee Less
Children require structure even during the July-August vacation. Let's ensure that during this school vacation period that the progress made is not undone by a lack of structure. ... See MoreSee Less
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Child Protection is Everybody's Business!
Last Saturday, Deputy Director/General Manager- Child Welfare Services (Ag.) Mrs. Mieka Tang Yew, represented the Authority at the TTFA's Player Care and Well-being Level IV Graduation Ceremony. The Authority extends congratulations to the graduates and the TTFA for their commitment to the protection of children in sports. Here are a few photos from this initiative. ... See MoreSee Less
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Stupes, everybody's business except allyuh
Parents and guardians, while the July-August vacation is meant to be a time for fun and enjoyment, your guidance during this period is important. Here are a few tips to help you keep your child on track, strengthen your relationship and ensure your child's well-being. ... See MoreSee Less
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The protection of our nation's children requires the involvement of all stakeholders. It is against this back-drop the Authority's Director/C.E.O. Ag, Mrs. Rhonda Gregoire-Roopchan and Case Management Officer, Sharon Winchester met with the Head of the Inter-Religious Organisation, Dr. Ellis Harrison Burris recently in Tobago.
Child Protection is Everybody's Business! ... See MoreSee Less
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I agree that the protection of our nation’s children requires all stakeholders on deck yet there’s a father who made a report of his 15 year old son being sexually abused by a relative for the past 3 years to the police since May 28 and up to now no feedback except one visit from the Children's Authority of Trinidad and Tobago???
What exactly do y'all do besides picture ops. Waste of time all of allyuh
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You can discipline your child without being abusive!
Research has shown that corporal punishment often leads to physical abuse and can cause children to develop mental and disorders. We encourage parents and guardians to us alternative methods when disciplining their children. ... See MoreSee Less
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#flashbackfriday
It's officially been a year since ChildLine TT joined the CPIMS+ Primero Case Management System.
This system enables agencies in the child protection landscape, to provide timely intervention to children and families who come to our attention.
From right:
Ms. Alaina Boochoon, General Manager - Child and Family Reintegration Services (CATT), Mr. Leevun Solomon, Programme Coordinator (ChildLine), Ms. Camille Alexis, Helpline Case Management Officer (ChildLine), Ms. Cherisse Jones, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Officer (ChildLine), Mr. Deon Wellington, CPIMS+ Administrator (CATT), Ms. Ariane Farrell, Team Lead, Investigation and Intervention Unit (CATT) ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations! Keep up the great collaboration work!
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