Why auditing firms are failing children
By Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United January 7, 2024 News Digest OUR CAMPAIGN ISSUES IN THE NEWS Child slaveryPrivate auditing firms have a common blind spot: child laborIn recent years, major U.S. corporations have assured ethical labor practices within their supply chains…
The Olympic Games can inspire a new generation
International Olympic Committee 27 December 2023 – We must make sport available to all children, regardless of their personal situations and backgrounds, and the Olympic Games are the perfect way to inspire them, says two-time Olympic champion Aksel Lund Svindal. The Olympic…
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Cayman: MoE grants one-time payment towards Early Childhood Care
Premier and Minister for Education Hon. Juliana O’Connor-Connolly The Ministry of Education (MoE) is pleased to announce a one-time grant of $1,200.00 to children receiving funding through the Early Childhood Assistance Programme (ECAP). This initiative aims to directly alleviate financial…
2023 CUC PFL/GPFL Playoffs : Review of Finals played on Sat., Dec. 9, 2023
Action from the Under 11 Champions Cup final between St. Ignatius Catholic (purple) and Cayman Prep 11A History was again made during the finals of the 2023 CUC Primary Football League (PFL) this pastSaturday, December 9 at the Annex Field…
Kids and Pool Safety: How the right pool ladder can make a difference
Pools are a source of endless joy and entertainment for kids, providing a haven for splashy play and laughter. However, it’s crucial to prioritize safety, especially regarding the pool’s entry and exit points. The right pool ladder can be a…
Cayman: Tsuwana Augustine and Haley Christian named Top Spellers
Tsuwana Augustine and Haley Christian emerged as Cayman’s top primary and secondary school spellers, respectively, at the 24th RBC Royal Bank Primary National Spelling Bee and the 41st Lions Club of Grand Cayman Secondary National Spelling Bee Championships. Primary School Champion…
Help for Children celebrates with an “Intergalactic” Gala in support of the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse in the Cayman Islands
On Saturday, 18 November 2023, supporters of Help For Children (HFC) Cayman (formerly Hedge Funds Care Cayman) gathered at the Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa for the annual ‘Open Your Hearts to the Children’ fundraising gala. Under the theme of…
Brisbane 2032 reveals 20−year Legacy Strategy aiming for a healthier, more active and inclusive society
International Olympic Committee Brisbane 2032’s Games delivery partners describe Elevate 2042 as “our shared 20-year vision for a lasting Games legacy” – a far-reaching strategy building upon opportunities accelerated by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The delivery partners for the…
Child’s death underlines the dangers of child labor law rollbacks
December 3, 2023 From Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United News Digest OUR CAMPAIGN ISSUES IN THE NEWS Child slavery16-year-old’s death at sawmill underlines the dangers of weakened child labor protection lawsA 16-year-old was killed while operating a conveyor at a sawmill and…
Connecting for Health
Connecting for Health Monthly Newsletter | No. 27 | December 2023 World Aids Day – PAHO and UNAIDS highlight key role of communities in advancing towards the elimination of AIDS as a public health problem “We must recognize the fundamental role…
