Citizen Security Programme (CSP) - Trinidad

06/12/2019

EPISODE 10 – Despacito (Onika)

Onika shows the courage to love in the face of loss #IAMCitizen #CSP

29/11/2019

Although the nation is wary of the police, Onika stands firm as a symbol of hope, determined to do her job in spite of distrust from the people she’s sworn to protect. #CSP #IAmCitizen

22/11/2019

Broken families, divided communities and empty pockets are the tools provided in the “ghetto”. Onika sets an example for her community and explains that “ghetto” is a frame of mind. #CSP #IAmCiTizen

15/11/2019

Camika opens a door to closure and what she finds on the other side will break your heart #IAmCitizen #CSP

08/11/2019

Pain and abuse welcome Camika’s eldest daughter as she relives her mother’s past. #IAMCITIZEN #CSP

01/11/2019

His father left him with demons. Now Daniel must grapple with himself to stop the wheel of abuse from turning #CSP #IAmCitizen

25/10/2019

20 years of hell. Follow Camika’s story and see what it takes to escape. #CSP #IAmCiTizen

18/10/2019

Never give up! No relationship is dead, it can always be salvaged. Watch Gary turn his life around and do right by his son. #CSP #IAmCiTizen

11/10/2019

Gary stood trial in court now he must do it again, this time, in the streets of T&T. See Gary’s journey to redemption

04/10/2019

Think you’re in a cage and end up in a real one. Follow Gary’s story from prison to freedom. #CSP #IAmCiTizen

04/09/2019

Congratulations to Shania Peters, 2nd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Song Writing, age 18-25

04/09/2019

Congratulations to Aaron Suite, 1st place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Song Writing, age 18-25

04/09/2019

Congratulations to , place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Song Writing, age 18-25

03/09/2019

Congratulations to Shade Edwards , 1st place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Song Writing, age 13-17

03/09/2019

Congratulations to Quinn Alexander, 3rd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Song Writing, age 13-17

03/09/2019

Congratulations to Faith Charles , 2nd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Song Writing, age 13-17

02/09/2019

Congratulations to Alexandra Stewart, 2nd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Video/Photography, age 18-25

02/09/2019

Congratulations to Elechi Todd, 3rd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Video/Photography, age 18-25

02/09/2019

Congratulations to Danica St. John, 2nd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Video/Photography, age 13-17

02/09/2019

Congratulations to Shari Petti, 1st place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Video/Photography, age 18-25

01/09/2019

Congratulations to Christina Ramkissoon, 1st place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Video/Photography, age 13-17

01/09/2019

Congratulations to Cindy Harnarine-Johnatty, 3rd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Video/Photography, age 13-17

31/08/2019

Congratulations to Elechi Todd, 3rd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Visual Art, age 18-25

31/08/2019

Congratulations to Ife Alexander, 1st Place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Visual Art, age 18-25

31/08/2019

Congratulations to Hassiba Mohammed, 2nd place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Visual Art, age 18-25

30/08/2019

Congratulations to Sumayyah Asgarali, 1st Place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Visual Art, age 13-17

30/08/2019

Congratulations to Surekha Ramdhan, 2nd Place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Visual Art, age 13-17

30/08/2019

Congratulations to Faith Ramlal, 3rd Place winner of the Citizen Art Competition! Category: Visual Art, age 13-17

19/11/2018

CSP International Men's Day 2018 Greeting

07/11/2018

The Positives In T&T

https://www.facebook.com/thepositivesintt/videos/1868223979956960/?modal=admin_todo_tour

At age 14, Trinidadian born Ernest Nurse migrated to the USA, and fell victim to a life of crime and gang violence. At age 19 he was arrested and sentenced to 25 years to Life Imprisonment for murder. Whiles serving his Prison sentence at a Maximum Security Prison in the USA, he meet Claudette Spencer, a brilliant outspoken American Attorney at Law and Civil Rights Activist who was investigating an incident of Ku Klux Klan activity at Elmira Correctional Facility in New York. Ernest was interviewed by Claudette who went on to become his beacon of hope, inspiration, mentor and eventually - his Wife.

Throughout the years in-spite of his very dark circumstances, he found the Courage to Transform into a Beacon of Positive light, enrolling in every positive program offered in the Prison. From earning a Degree, to becoming a Teacher, Musician, Chef, and Positive Mentor to others serving lifetime in Prison.

After a long hard fight, he was eventually released, and returned to Trinidad where he went on to accomplish extraordinary and distinguish work in Trinidad & Tobago. From working with destitute and homeless kids on the streets of Trinidad & Tobago to mediating and encouraging peace and non violent behaviour in the Deadliest of Communities in Trinidad & Tobago.

He went on to save Countless Lives from a life of Crime and Deviant behaviour to say the least. His amazing wife Claudette wrote a Best Selling book. An autobiography titled, “Memoirs of A Prison Lawyer - Prison Wife”.

This book is an absolute Movie by any means, and a must have, and must read! We present to you this Documentary. An extract from the book based on the True Life Story of these two extra-ordinary people. Thank you very much Claudette Spencer-Nurse for writing this book which has become a fountain of light, and education for People, in and out of Prison. We salute your courage, love, faith and distinguished example.#thepositivesintt

The book is available at these links:

Barnes and Noble - https://bit.ly/2F76SJQ

Amazon - https://amzn.to/2DrtYcx

If you would love to get in Touch with Claudette Spencer-Nurse, you can contact here at (868) 620 0413 or (868) 348 4458

25/09/2018

Breaking the cycle at TTfilmFest

Breaking the Cycle and Camika were well received with a standing ovation at the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival.

25/09/2018

To break the cycle, we must first speak up! Thank you to Camika and her family for opening up about the effects of domestic violence and spreading the message that Change Is Possible. #StandAgainstAbuse #StandAgainstDomesticViolence #BeAGoodCitizen

25/09/2018

One in three women are victims of domestic abuse. It is a tragedy that happens in every sector of society regardless of class, race, religion, education or gender. Breaking The Cycle is Camika’s story of how she moved from victim to survivor. The documentary was premiered at the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival on Monday 24th September 2018.
#BreakingTheCycle #BeAGoodCitizen

31/12/2017

Ring in your best year yet! Here's to a fresh start of brighter and more exciting journeys. Happy New Year from CSP and the Ministry of National Security.

30/12/2017

As we move into 2018, let's reflect on how we can be better citizens of T&T. How will you make an impact this year?

29/12/2017

#FlashBackFriday 📷: Spotlight on Shania Lovelace, student photographer from CSP's Photography Workshop (2017).

24/12/2017

May the true meaning of the holiday season fill your heart and home with peace and joy.
#CSP: Promoting a culture of peace and lawfulness.

22/12/2017

#FlashbackFriday:
Black and White photography by Kyla Searles, a participant of the CSP Photography Workshop 2017.

20/12/2017

It’s our duty to keep our kids safe even when we’re not around. This goes beyond teaching kids not to talk to strangers. For a full list of child safety tips, click here: http://bit.ly/2Bov8F6

15/12/2017

Fill in the blanks. "To build a better T&T, we need more _____________."
#BeAGoodCitizen

13/12/2017

Make the season brighter. Donate food, clothes, and toys to less fortunate families in the community. #BeAGoodCitizen

10/12/2017

Today marks 70 years since the UN released the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We are all entitled to these rights regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, language, political opinion, national or social origin. Click here to read the full declaration: http://bit.ly/1kYiZcO #BeAGoodCitizen

30/11/2017

It's almost the weekend! How do you plan to relax?
#TBT Photography by Jasmine Lynch, a CSP Photography Workshop 2017 participant. #BeAGoodCitizen #LocalScenery

30/11/2017

HOW TO DEAL WITH A CYBER BULLY:
1. Don’t respond to any messages or posts written about you, no matter how hurtful or untrue.
2. Don't seek revenge on a cyberbully by becoming a cyberbully yourself.
3. Save the evidence. Keep abusive text messages or screenshots and report them to a trusted adult.
4. Report threats of harm and inappropriate sexual messages to the police. These actions may be prosecuted by law.
5. Prevent further communication by blocking their email address, phone number, and social media profiles. Report their activities to the sites they use to target you.

28/11/2017

It can be difficult to identify emotionally abusive behaviour. The following actions can be classified as emotional child abuse:
1. Humiliating or constantly criticising a child
2. Threatening, shouting at a child or calling them names
3. Making the child the subject of jokes, or using sarcasm to hurt a child
4. Not recognizing a child's own individuality
5. Pushing a child too hard or not recognizing their limitations
6. Exposing a child to distressing events or interactions such as domestic abuse or drug taking
7. Not allowing them to have friends
8. never saying anything kind, expressing positive feelings or congratulating a child on successes