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Photograph of Ngozi Wright, aged 7, addressing the Jamaican Parliament in a Special Session on Violence against Children on November 19, the eve of World Children’s Day.

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Children make history in Parliament

Marking the 30th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

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Become a U-Reporter

Join 9,000+ U-Reporters aged 13-29 creating change using our social messaging tool.

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U-Reporters on corporal punishment

1,500+ respond to poll with the Office of the Children's Advocate.

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Kingston streets come alive with play

Some of the streets in downtown Kingston are coming alive with the sounds of happy children and smiling parents.

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Parenting master class: children with disabilities

These practical tips will help children living with disabilities to find their strengths, boost their brain development and reach their full potential.

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Climate change-linked hurricanes driving children from homes

Caribbean children and families are now among the most vulnerable people in the world to being driven from their homes by drought, storms and flooding.

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Witnessing history in Jamaica

"I share my story here today for every girl and every boy in Jamaica who is subjected to sexual violence, and they are everywhere."

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11 November 2019
Health Ministry, UNICEF reach more than 1,500 youth with suicide prevention tips

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Prime Minister Holness on child rights

Recommits Jamaica to Convention on the Rights of the Child.

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Children in Jamaica: Overview 2019

Every child has an equitable chance in life.

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