Office of the Children's Advocate

Government Watchdog

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The Office of the Children's Advocate is a constitutional watchdog, at 72 Harbour Street, Kingston, created under the Child Care and Protection Act to protect the rights of every Jamaican child. The OCA investigates child-rights complaints, advocates for policy reform, and operates the SafeSpot helpline (888-SAFE-SPOT / 888-723-3776) — Jamaica's 24/7 toll-free child and teen helpline. Independent of government ministries and a critical ally for mothers seeking help with child protection.

Contact Information

Address: 72 Harbour Street, Kingston

Website: https://www.google.com/search?q=Office+of+the+Children's+Advocate+Jamaica

About women in Jamaica

Jamaica's women's resources include the Bureau of Gender Affairs, Woman Inc., the Jamaica Women's Political Caucus, and a network of crisis shelters and helplines. Women's health clinics operate in every parish. Female entrepreneur networks and support groups meet regularly in Kingston, Mobay, and Mandeville. Domestic violence support is available 24/7 through Woman Inc. and the Centre for Investigation of Sexual Offences and Child Abuse (CISOCA).

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