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Cayman Launches 16 Days to End Digital Abuse
The Gender Affairs Unit within the Ministry of Social Development & Innovation (MSDI), in partnership with the RCIPS, & Family Resource Centre, has launched the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, observed from 25 Nov. - 10 Dec.

Government Prioritises Child Safety in Landmark Week
DCFS has concluded its first-ever Child Safeguarding Symposium as part of Child Safeguarding Week, marking a coordinated effort to strengthen child protection systems, improve early intervention, & prioritise safeguarding as a shared responsibility.

DCFS Hosts First-Ever Child Safeguarding Week: NOV 17-21
In conjunction with the Department of Education Services, DCFS will visit schools across Cayman, delivering presentations and sharing information on child safeguarding, and encouraging open conversations with students about their rights, safety, and the importance of speaking up.
Task Force to Energise Cayman’s Digital Transformation
The NCFC Government keenly recognises that the world is currently experiencing rapid technological transformation which is altering the way private and public sector conduct business and how individuals learn, live, and work the world over.
Ministry and NCPD Unite to Advance Accessibility
MSDI Minister and CO meet with NCPD to hear directly from the members about the challenges and opportunities facing persons with disabilities in the Cayman Islands and to strengthen collaboration on inclusivity efforts.

Ministry Council Partnership Set Stage for Ageing Forum
The Minister of Social Development & Innovation Hon. Isaac Rankine and Chief Officer Nellie Pouchie met with the Council of Older Persons ahead of upcoming Ageing Forum to address the evolving needs of the Cayman Islands ageing population.
United for Youth: Summer Cs Mental Health Events
MASH, together with various government ministries, departments, and non-profit stakeholders, have announced a programme of events aimed at promoting positive youth mental health across the Cayman Islands during the summer holidays.

Cabinet Ministers and Parliamentary Secretaries First Day
Today (Wednesday, 7 May) marked the first official day in office for new Ministers of Cabinet and the elected Government who began their tenure with a comprehensive orientation on the work of Cayman Islands Government.
Second Sitting of First Meeting of Parliament Today
The Second Sitting of the First Meeting of Parliament following the General Election will take place at the House of Parliament today, Wednesday, 7 May, commencing 2:00 pm.
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