Stakeholders call on gov’t to fast-track reforms to address sexual and domestic violence

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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Agriculture Minister attends Agricultural Employer Forum in the US

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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Police slap three men with gun trafficking charge following recent arrest at Petrojam car park 

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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Ocho Rios Fire Station building renamed in honor of firefighter who died on the job 

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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MP George Wright urges motorcyclists to take necessary precautions on the road

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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Former JCF member shot and killed early this morning close to popular nightclub on Constant Spring Road in Kingston

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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Jamaica Employers Federation welcomes Government’s intention to address Jamaica’s productivity crisis

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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More than 150 police officers awarded medals of honor for long service and good conduct 

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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NEPA is cautioning dog owners that they could find themselves in trouble with the law if their pet attacks sea turtles

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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PM urges Jamaicans to be climate-smart and to be aware of environment in which they reside

Thirteen civil society organizations and 16 advocates have called on parliamentarians, to fast- track legislative reforms to address the high levels of sexual and domestic violence in the country.

The desired reforms would address the Childcare and Protection, Sexual Offences, Offences Against the Person and the Domestic Violence acts.

Executive director of Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ), Mickel Jackson, said the alarming number of sexual and domestic violence incidents is a matter of serious concern.

Ms. Jackson pointed out several issues within the Domestic Violence Act, noting they need to be addressed urgently.

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