– Two Gender Based Violence sessions planned
The NGO NCC team landed in Potaro-Siparuni (Region 8) in the township of Mahdia this morning for a two day outreach and needs assessment.
The team is lead by Gender Based Violence Specialist Ms. Buedeen Williams, includes Attorney at Law Mr. Hugh Park, Psychologist Ms. Latoya Beckles and Information Communications Technology consultant Ishaka Jackman.
The team engaged the personnel of the multi-agency task force who is spearheading the relief and support efforts in the township following last week’s devastating incident resulting in the loss of 20 young lives.
The NGO NCC offered our services during our time on the ground and indicated our intention to provide long term support especially counseling for survivors, family of victims and other affected persons through our network of agencies.
Three survivors of the disasters who were present during the interaction were recipients of hampers which is also part of our relief effort.
The team has planned engagements with migrants and Regional officials on Gender Based Violence and relating issues. Resources will also be handed over to the regional representative and our Community Support Officer.