Children First Jamaica

13/03/2026

Months after , many are still picking up the pieces. The Children First Agency in close partnership with and with support from and is working across six parishes to help children and their families recover from the impact of the disaster. Here's how.

To learn more, visit our website at www.childrenfirstja.org

11/03/2026

Parents in Bartons, St. Elizabeth are now more equipped to effectively fulfil their responsibility as caregivers following a Parenting Session themed, "From Surviving to Thriving".

The initiative, which sought to empower caregivers by addressing subjects such as managing parental stress, positive parenting and communication, and child protection, is a part of the CFA and UNICEF Jamaica's () ongoing Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) in response to , mainly in St. Elizabeth, St. James and Manchester.

Counselor, Dionne Levy addressed hindrances to parent-child relationships such as stress, and offered practical solutions to include self regulation, self care and compassion, to avoid causing undue harm to their children.

08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the strength of women—the battles fought silently, the love given endlessly, and the resilience that keeps the world moving. Happy International Women’s Day.

24/02/2026

The Children First Agency AYE² Project in partnership with NCDA and delivered an energizing Community Engagement Activity to Seaforth High School!
Students participated in meaningful group sessions, edutainment, and interactive discussions designed to inspire positive choices, build confidence, and strengthen peer support.
Empowering youth, one school at a time. Made possible through support from
Edutainment PositiveYouthDevelopment

28/01/2026

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! Wishing everyone a joyful and prosperous New Year from the Children First Agency. 🎉🥳

25/12/2025

Seasons Greetinfs from our Children First Agency’s team to you and your family! May this season of love and giving makes you feel love and comfort. Reach out to a person in need today 🎄

23/12/2025

See you in January!

22/12/2025

Wishing you and your family a happy holiday season! We resume operations on January 2nd. See you then!

18/12/2025

Our AYE² Project- Stakeholders’ Knowledge Sharing Session, hosted in St. Thomas, brought together key partners and community voices committed to strengthening youth empowerment efforts.

Through support from , the session created space for collaboration, insights, and shared strategies to better serve and uplift young people across the parish.

The session sought to address youth development issues andchallenges in St. Thomas, such as Teen Pregnancy, Substance Use, Mental Health, Reproductive Health and Child Protection. Importantly, this served as an opportunity to identify actionable steps for creating safer and more supportive environments for adolescents.

Together, we continue to build stronger networks, informed communities, and sustainable pathways for youth leadership and advocacy.

10/12/2025

Strong communities are built on respect and equal rights. Today we recommit to that mission. ”

02/12/2025

Our AYE² Project- Community Peer Educators’ Training, hosted in St. Thomas, brought together vibrant and creative young minds ready to lead, advocate, and make their voices heard.

Supported by , in collaboration with , the sessions encouraged teamwork, creative expression, and vital skill-building. These youths are stepping into their power- championing positive change in their communities and beyond.

The sessions highlighted and explored youth issues such as violence, mental health, reproductive health and social media, whilst utilizing theatre for development, digital advocacy as well as sports for development approaches.

Empowering voices, shaping leaders!