Office of Law Enforcement Policy - OLEP

11/12/2024

🎉 Congratulations to the 29 New Transit Police Officers! 🚓

Today, 29 dedicated officers (7 Corporals & 22 Constables) graduated, ready to serve and protect. Their hard work, commitment, and determination have paid off, and we couldn't be more proud! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

Let's all welcome them to their new roles as they continue to make our transit system safer and more secure. We wish them the best of luck on this exciting new chapter of their careers! 🙌

In attendance at this momentous occasion:
The Honourable Fitzgerald Ethelbert Hinds M.P. - Minister of National Security
Mr. Keith Scotland S.C., M.P. - Minister in the Ministry of National Security
Ms. Gale Charles – Director, Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO)

04/12/2024

Minister of National Security Fitzgerald Hinds, Permanent Secretary Ms. Nataki Atiba-Dilchan, and Director of the Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO) Ms. Gale Charles, all lauded the PowHER Program's instructors and alumni. The grads also collaborated with Ms. Elma Haynes and Ms. Natalie Gonsalves to ensure the PowHER Program was successful. The initiative targets the issues that women, particularly single moms in East Port-of-Spain, face by equipping them with the tools they need to overcome challenges such as as poverty, unemployment, and limited resources. The Minister praised the program's transforming effect on participants, their families, and communities.
Congratulations to all 🏆🥇🎖🏅📍

Media: https://www.cnc3.co.tt/56-graduate-from-national-security-ministrys-powher-programme/

04/12/2024

📍powHER Programme Graduation Ceremony 2024 📍

Minister of National Security Fitzgerald Hinds, Permanent Secretary Ms. Nataki Atiba-Dilchan, and Director of the Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO) Ms. Gale Charles congratulated the graduates of the PowHER Programme.

Please see highlights:

04/12/2024

powHER Programme Graduation 2024

The Policy and Community Support Office (PACSO) formally the Office of Law Enforcement Policy (OLEP), Ministry of National Security held its 3rd Graduation for the powHER Programme at the PACSO on November 20th 2024. Fifty-six (56) women graduated from the programme which focuses on enabling women ages 18 and above to develop an entrepreneurial attitude, thereby encouraging independence, improving their standard of living and also helping address issues associated with various forms of gender-based violence.

“She’s Royal” was the theme of the graduation and the essence of this was captured as it commenced, with a violinist serenading the women as they made their entrance into the venue. Welcome remarks were given by the Director of PACSO, Ms. Gale Charles and the Feature Address was delivered by the Minister of National Security, The Hon. Fitzgerald Hinds MP. The women were presented with certificates and awards and the graduation culminated with a toast to the powHER graduating Class of 2024.

In attendance were the Minister of National Security Mr. Fitzgerald Hinds MP, Permanent Secretary Ms. Nataki Atiba-Dilchan, Director of PACSO Ms. Gale Charles, Graduates, Guests, Media and staff of the PACSO who organized and coordinated the programme – Ms. Elma Haynes, Ms. Natalie Gonsalves, Ms. Desja Campbell, Mr. Corrado Furlonge-Kelly, Ms. Camira Ramdath and Mr.Jalani Westfield.

Media:
https://www.cnc3.co.tt/56-graduate-from-national-security-ministrys-powher-programme/

29/10/2024

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27/09/2024

MLI Participants Tour the 'Wild Fowl Trust' in Point-a-Pierre

23/09/2024

🍬✨Tour of Diana Candy Company Limited✨🍬

23/09/2024

Take in the Allure of Lopinot!😍🏰🍫
Our Lopinot Tour provided students with an engaging opportunity to learn about the rich cultural practices and traditions of the Lopinot Estate, as well as its intriguing history. This tour included stops at historical locations together with chocolate-making activities, making it a captivating and exciting day of exploration!

Credit: Lopinot Heritage Complex

23/09/2024

We've returned with our specially designed kids and teen-focused trips!
Participants in our Creative Expressions programme enjoyed the opportunity to visit the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Museum.
They were given the opportunity to discover more about the establishment of the Central Bank, the history of money, the global circulation of money, and the gradual development of the Trinidad and Tobago currency.

18/09/2024

Creative Expressions Programme – July/August 2024

The Office of Law Enforcement Policy (OLEP), Ministry of National Security held its 5th Cycle of the Creative Expressions Programme at the Beetham Gardens Community Centre from July 8th to August 14th 2024. The progamme which focuses on young persons between the ages of 7 to 17 years within the communities of East Port of Spain, uses different forms of the arts (i.e. Spoken word/Poetry, Arts and Craft, Drama, Dance and Drumology) as a mechanism to channel participants emotions and expressions in a healthy manner and to aid in the development of their talents and prepare them for the future.
Field Trips are also a part of the programme and offered participants experiences outside of the classroom. The trips were to the Diana Candy Company Ltd., Lopinot Historical Complex, Central Bank Museum and Wild Fowl Trust.
The programme ended with a Recital in the auditorium where the children took part in Song, Plays, Spoken word and Dance. They also displayed their works of Art and Craft. There were fifty-nine (59) participants who received certificates of participation.

In attendance were the Minister of National Security Mr. Fitzgerald Hinds, Director of OLEP Ms. Gale Charles, Project Manager, Mr. Christopher Gayadeen, staff of the OLEP who organized and coordinated the programme – Ms. Elma Haynes, Ms. Natalie Gonsalves, Ms. Desja Campbell and Mr. Corrado Furlonge-Kelly, President of the Beetham Gardens Community Council Mr. Joel Lee, Parents and members of the Media.

Please see article provided below:
https://newsday.co.tt/2024/08/18/beetham-kids-make-creative-expressions/

14/07/2024

Our Creative Expressions Programme July / August 2024

21/06/2024

The Office of Law Enforcement Policy (OLEP), Ministry of National Security is seeking information from members of the public on the character and suitability of applicants who are being considered for enlistment in the Transit Police Unit, Ministry of National Security.
Anyone with information, which may deem someone unsuitable should so indicate in writing to the:
Ms Gale Charles , Director
Office of Law Enforcement Policy (OLEP)
18—20 London Street,
Port of Spain
[email protected] | (868) 623-3065

All information provided will be kept strictly confidential.

18/06/2024

The Office of Law Enforcement Policy (OLEP), Ministry of National Security is seeking information from members of the public on the character and suitability of applicants who are being considered for enlistment in the Transit Police Unit, Ministry of National Security.
Anyone with information, which may deem someone unsuitable should so indicate in writing to the:
Ms Gale Charles , Director
Office of Law Enforcement Policy (OLEP)
18—20 London Street,
Port of Spain
[email protected] | (868) 623-3065

All information provided will be kept strictly confidential.

10/05/2024

11/03/2024

The Women Police Officers of the Transit Police Unit engaged members of the public who traversed through City Gate and environs on Friday, March 08, 2024, in celebration of International Women’s Day.

5196 Woman Sergeant Thomas, 9560 Woman Corporal Holder, 9584 Woman Corporal Burke-Rock, 9613 Woman Police Constable Prince-Forbes, S0044 Woman Police Constable Pitt, , S0048 Woman Police Constable Chotak, S0064 Woman Police Constable Gibbs-Christopher, S0067 Woman Police Constable Nicome and S0068 Woman Police Constable Jeffers.

This cadre of Transit Police Female Officers met with commuters and provided them with brochures and pertinent information on pedestrian safety, road traffic violations/ offences and Self-care practices for women as they encourage women to prioritize their health and wellness. The public was also sensitized to the Transit Police Unit’s roles and vision. The Transit Police Unit continues to work towards ensuring the safety of members of the public as they commute within the City Gate Transportation Hub, Route One Maxi Stand, Route Two Maxi Taxi Stand (Arima) and the Priority Bus Route between Port-of-Spain and Arima.