MEDIA RELEASE: School Violence Requires Solutions Beyond Expulsion

For Immediate Release March 11th, 2026 CONTACT – Jeremy Steffan Edwards (Executive Director)            Letter to the Editor: School Violence Requires Solutions Beyond Expulsion The recent national discussion on school violence following remarks by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar reflects a concern shared by many parents, teachers and students across Trinidad and Tobago: our schools must be safe spaces where young people can learn without fear of bullying, intimidation or violence. At The Silver Lining Foundation (SLF), we have spent more than…

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IWD2026 – Give to Gain

This International Women’s Day (IWD), we are reminded that progress is not passive; it is built through intentional action, shared responsibility and collective courage. To give in this moment means to offer patience when dialogue becomes difficult, to share knowledge when myths persist and to stand firmly in defiance of dignity for all people. In doing so, we gain something powerful: stronger communities, more informed public conversations and a stronger foundation for lasting equality. Globally, we are navigating a difficult…

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