This edition of Growing UP Safe St Maarten (GUSS) delves into a world our children are increasingly inhabiting: the digital landscape. Here, information flows freely, connections are made instantly, and…
Editorial: Finding Balance in Raising Children in a Digital World
Editorial: Young minds matter
by Mrs. Olga Mussington-Service, M.S.Head Student Support Services DivisionMinistry of Education, Culture, Youth & Sport Being a child in today’s world can be far more challenging than years before. If…
Editorial: Let’s Play!
by Mrs. Olga Mussington-Service, M.S.Head Student Support Services DivisionMinistry of Education, Culture, Youth & Sport “These are stressful times” is a statement that I have heard so many people say….
Editorial: Child Protection Working Group
Kimberly Dort Brown Interim Director Court of Guardianship,Ministry of JusticeMember CPWG Introduction to the Child Protection Working GroupThe Child Protection Working Group (CPWG) is an inter-ministerial group, with representatives from…
Editorial: Let’s be vigilant
Shermina Powell Richardson– Acting Secretary General Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport Maria was molested by her stepfather at the age of 13. She hid the truth from her…
Editorial: Children’s rights are here to stay!
The United Nations Convention for the Rights of the Child (CRC) was drafted and ratified in 1989 and took effect several months later in 1990. Soraya Agard-Lake, Department Head Youth…
Editorial: The security of minors
Written by: Joy Arnell, Coordinator Emergency Support Function 7 (ESF-7)During disasters, children are more vulnerable towards neglect, abuse and exploitation, but a lot can be done to ensure we keep…
Editorial: Family is the foundation of our lives
Family is the foundation of our lives and the cornerstone of our society. It is where we learn important values and morals that shape us as individuals and contribute to…
Turning Experience into Expertise
Editorial The importance of meaningful youth participation on St. Maarten is gaining more recognition as Government Ministries and youth stakeholders are increasingly displaying a more structured approach to consulting with…
Villagers arise
EditorialOlga Mussington Service M.S What usually comes to mind when you hear about protecting children? Who would you say is responsible for protecting children? Many would say that parents are….