Love Life Now Foundation Jamaica

06/01/2026

✨ 🌞Gratitude Post🌞 ✨

I want to extend my deepest thanks to the wonderful staff at the Jamaica High Commission in London. I visited on Monday seeking assistance with an urgent matter concerning my children in Jamaica. Even though the office was closed to the general public that day, the receptionist still took the time to listen to my situation, and for that alone, I was already grateful.

What touched me even more was being invited inside by Mrs. Sasha Wedderburn, who welcomed me with genuine warmth and professionalism. She patiently addressed all my questions, guided me through the process, and provided real solutions.

As a non‑Jamaican national, I was especially moved by the fact that they attended to me without hesitation, without discrimination, and with the true spirit of Jamaican hospitality. In the middle of this cold London winter, their kindness felt like a touch of sunshine.

That visit to the JHC UK was truly worth it.
To Mrs. Wedderburn and the entire team: Thank you💕🙏🏾. Your compassion and support meant more to me than words can express. I am forever grateful.

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04/01/2026

04/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported our work this year —LLovern Gordon

05/11/2025

STRANGULATION is a severe form of violence and a significant predictor of femicide (the killing of women by men), substantially increasing the risk of homicide in abusive relationships.

Increased Risk of Femicide

Strangulation in domestic violence cases is a critical indicator of potential homicide,, . Studies show that women who have been strangled by their partners are seven times more likely to be killed by that partner,,, . One study indicated that the odds of becoming a homicide victim increased by 700% for women who had been strangled by their partner. Additionally, a single incident of non-fatal strangulation increases the likelihood of a future attempted or completed homicide by 750%.

Understanding Strangulation

Strangulation involves external pressure on the neck that obstructs blood flow and/or airflow, leading to asphyxia, . It is often misidentified as "choking," but choking refers to an internal blockage of the airway, . Strangulation is a deliberate act of violence and control, demonstrating the abuser's power over the victim's life,, .

Lack of Visible Injuries

One of the most dangerous aspects of strangulation is that it often leaves no visible external injuries,,, . Visible bruising is only present in about 50% of strangulation cases, and severe marks are even rarer. This lack of visible evidence can lead to underreporting and a failure to recognize the severity of the assault .

Signs and Symptoms

Despite the absence of visible injuries, there are several signs and symptoms that may indicate strangulation. These include:

- Difficulty breathing or changes in voice
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- Memory loss or confusion,,
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- Small red or purple dots on the face, scalp, eyes, or nose (petechiae)
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- Burst blood vessels in the eyes
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- Dizziness or lightheadedness
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- Difficulty swallowing,
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- Sore throat or cough,
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- Changes in vision,

26/09/2025

26/09/2025

In Memory of 👑Tyra Spalding👑
Jamaica W.I - September 2025
This week, we lost a beautiful soul.
Tyra Spalding, former Miss Universe Jamaica finalist died on Tuesday.
Her passing has shaken hearts across the Caribbean and beyond.
Tyra was more than her pain.
She was light. She was laughter. She was love.
But behind her smile, she carried a weight too heavy to bear alone.
We don’t always see the signs, we don’t always hear the silent cries.
But we must learn to listen and we must learn care enough to ask.
We must learn to hold space for the ones who feel invisible.
If You Feel Alone… Please know this: You are not a burden you are not weak and you are not alone.
Reach out, call someone, message someone or walk into a clinic.
Say, “I need help.” Say, “I don’t feel safe.”
Say, “I want to live, but I don’t know how.”
There is no shame in asking for help.
There is only strength in surviving
💛 For Tyra. For Every Sister.
We say her name. We honor her life.
We fight for the ones still here.
If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately.
In the UK, call Samaritans at 116 123 (free, 24/7).
In Jamaica, reach out to Lifeline Jamaica at 888-991-4146.

Join our movement, share your story, or connect with survivor-led support.


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25/08/2025

She was more than a businesswoman.
She was a mother, a daughter of culture, a radiant force in her community.
Makeda Swift walked with purpose, built with love, and stood with dignity.
On August 22, 2025, her life was stolen in a brutal act of violence outside her own sanctuary—Sade Body and Sole Nail Salon.
Her death is not just a tragedy. It is a rupture in the soul of Trinidad & Tobago.
She was the daughter of DJ Nyahbinghi, but she was also a daughter of the soil, of the struggle, of the sacred feminine.
We mourn her.
We rage for her.
We rise in her name.
Makeda, your crown was never lost—it was lifted Higher!
The Sisterhood of Strength, honor your legacy.

Makeda Swift was not a victim of domestic violence—but her death was no less devastating. It was senseless, brutal, and unjust. A woman taken in the prime of her life, outside the very business she built with love and purpose.
Her murder is a reminder that violence against women wears many faces. Whether in the home, on the street, or in the workplace—no woman should have to fear for her life simply for existing.
Makeda’s death is not just a personal loss—it is a loss for every woman who dares to dream, build, and rise. We mourn her not only as a daughter and entrepreneur, but as a symbol of the strength we must protect.

17/05/2025

Love Life Now Foundation Jamaica
💜 SURVIVOR STORIES 💜

THERE'S LIFE AFTER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽
In this series we are using the brave stories of domestic abuse survivors to bring hope to others currently facing abuse.
Each survivor story isn't unique, as many people face domestic violence daily, and sadly some never get live to share their experience.
Survivors are invited to share their experiences to help others to get the support they need to leave before it's too late.

Message us to get your Sur-thrival story featured today!

16/05/2025

WOMAN STABBED AND CHOPPED TO DEATH

She was identified as Wendy Bertrand, Wendy was murdered on Sunday at her Snake Valley, home, during a domestic dispute on Mother's Day that turned deadly after she was fatally stabbed by a close male relative.

According to reports, officers from the Besson Street Police Station responded to a call around 6.45 am on May 10 regarding a domestic disturbance at a residence in Belmont.

On arrival, officers found Bertrand slumped in a pool of blood on the floor of9 the two-storey home. She was unresponsive and showed no signs of life.

Investigators are working on the theory that wendy and the man were involved in an altercation, and during the dispute, the suspect stabbed her several times in the neck, chest, and arms before fleeing the scene.

Officers rushed Wendy to the Port of Spain General Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 7.36 am.

Nearby CCTV footage shows the male suspect covered in blood, and k running from the house after the incident.

16/05/2025

I’ve said, I wouldn’t speak on this publically, but too many of y’all keep asking the wrong damn question and I need y’all to level up!

Every time someone brings up that Cassie stayed with Diddy for over 10 years, it reveals how little folks actually understand about the layered dynamics of abuse, manipulation, and unchecked power. This wasn’t just about a toxic relationship—this was a calculated entrapment wrapped in fame, fear, and psychological warfare.

Let’s run it back.

Cassandra Ventura was just 19. Not even old enough to drink. Still green in the industry. And here comes Sean Combs—37 years old, a global icon, a self-made millionaire with decades of power moves under his belt—deciding to lock eyes on her. Not just romantically. Professionally. Financially. Legally.

She was signed to his label. Depended on his approval to release music. Her entire career was in his hands. And that ain’t love, that’s leverage.

That man had access to everything—money, media, muscle. He could control the narrative, erase opportunities, blacklist her name, and we now know, brutally abuse her behind closed doors. This wasn’t a man with anger issues. This was a calculated predator who used his wealth, reputation, and reach to silence, isolate, and dominate.

And y’all still got the nerve to ask, “Why didn’t she leave?”

Let me be real clear: She couldn’t! Not in the way most people think. Because this wasn’t just about walking out the door. It was about surviving the fallout of walking away from one of the most powerful men in entertainment—while living in a world that protects power, not victims.

Leaving meant risking her safety. Her career. Her sanity. Her life. Y’all don’t ask the same questions when someone’s being held hostage in plain sight because it doesn’t look like what you expect abuse to look like.

This wasn’t love. This was captivity dressed up in diamonds and fame.

So instead of asking why she stayed, ask what kind of system enables a man like that to operate unchecked for decades. Ask what it costs a woman—especially a young Black or Brown woman—to escape a man with a media empire, private jets, and a legal team ready to shred her credibility the second she opens her mouth.

Cassie didn’t stay because she was weak. She stayed because she was trapped. And even in her silence, even in her survival mode, she was doing what too many women have to do in a world that doesn’t protect them: calculate how to live through it.

She didn’t just survive him—she outlived his power! She lived to testify! She took back her power! Now, straighten your crowns and carry on.

— The Realist Winn 👑


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27/02/2025

IF YOU HAVE A TEENAGE DAUGHTER IN A ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP, PAY ATTENTION.

-She should not have a “life 360” circle with him. He shouldn’t be tracking her at all.

-He shouldn’t have to be at all her events, practices, family outings. Or she shouldn’t be
Missing outings if he cannot attend.

-she should have regular time to herself and with her friends.

-watch to see if she stops wearing makeup, stops taking care of herself, only wears baggy clothes. These are signs of control.

-watch to see if she gets nervous about not being able to call him back, not being home when she “told him” she would, or being afraid to cancel plans with him.

-be mindful of dialogue that sounds like you’re being pitted against him or that paints him in a victim role despite attempts to be welcoming or understanding

-look for cycles of Gifts being given after large arguments

-ask for evidence of equality: are standards applied evenly? Are boundaries respected on both sides? Can both sides be autonomous?

-from time to time read their exchanges. To be sure that respect is present.

-make sure you tell her everyday how much she matters and emphasize that anyone who loves her will handle her with care.

05/02/2025

Following Jamaica Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Join the Conversation!

For too long, the voices of men in the fight against domestic violence have been overlooked. It’s time to change that!

Join in for a powerful discussion as our panel of men sheds light on the importance of awareness, education, and prevention—especially in African-American and Latino communities. Let’s break the silence, challenge the stigma, and work together to create safer spaces for all.

More than A Woman: "Let's Hear It for the Boys"
March 13, 2025
6:30 PM (ET)
https://bit.ly/OEZ_MTAW2025
via Zoom (see the registration link) OR
Join the Facebook Live Stream on our pages:
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AND
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