#IDAHOBIT2026 – At the Heart of Democracy, Every Voice Belongs

This year’s #IDAHOBIT theme, “At the heart of democracy,” arrives at a critical moment globally and here at home in Trinidad and Tobago.Democracy is more than elections, laws, or institutions. At its core, democracy is about people — dignity, participation, justice, and ensuring that every person can live freely, safely, and equally under the law. A society cannot truly call itself democratic while sections of its population remain excluded, targeted, or denied protection. For LGBTQIA+ people in Trinidad & Tobago,…

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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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