Out-going CEO of the Child Development Agency (CDA) Carla Francis-Edie today reminded Agency investigators that they were on the frontline of the fight for the lives of the nation’s children, […]
CDA Observes Nelson Mandela International Day at Pringle Child Care Facility
As part of the observance of the Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18, CDA officers took the journey along the meandering road into the hills of Carron Hall, St. […]
Toddler Captures the Hearts of Police Officers
Police officers at the Kingston Central Police Station presented gifts to the toddler who captured their hearts when they found him abandoned as a newborn two years ago. The child […]
CDA Assisting Wards with Life after State Care
As the Child Development Agency (CDA) steps up its own effort to assist wards to better transition from State care, CEO Carla Francis-Edie is encouraging families, the community and members […]
Children in State Care Take Time out at the Movies
The Child Development Agency (CDA) has teamed up with Palace Amusement to treat nearly 200 children in State care to a day at the movies. Children from a number of […]
Cosmetology Training Centre Opens at Homestead Place of Safety
Sixty girls at the Homestead Place of Safety have benefitted from a fully equipped cosmetology training centre located on the grounds of the facility in Stony Hill, St. Andrew. Established […]
CDA ’s Children and Family Support Units Making a Difference
When a single mother from South St. Andrew was having problems with her teenage daughter who was exhibiting behavioral problems, the Child Development Agency’s, Children and Family Support Unit (CFSU) […]
Reggae Boyz Share with the Glenhope Nursery
The Reggae Boyz have once again extended a helping hand to the Glenhope Nursery, this time with a donation of US$2000.00 from their match fee earned in the Jamaica vs. […]
CDA Concerned about Media Reports on Seaforth Teen
The Child Development Agency (CDA) is deeply concerned about the information now circulating in the press about the Agency’s intervention with one of the teens allegedly involved in the Seaforth […]
Spanish Jamaican-Foundation Donates to Children’s Homes
As part of its continued support for the development of Jamaica’s children, the Spanish-Jamaican Foundation has generously donated hygiene products and medical supplies to eight Government residential child care facilities. […]