CHOICES & STAKEHOLDERS COME TOGETHER FOR WEBINAR
ON “RAISING RESILIENT KIDS”
FEBRUARY 10, 2026
Kingston, Jamaica – [January 27, 2026] — “Raising Resilient Kids”, a vital webinar to assist parents, counsellors, teachers, social workers and students will be staged on February 10, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. by organisers, CHOICES Career & Education Advice.
The main presentation will be made by Dr. Henry Lewis, head of the Social Science Division at the University of Technology and CEO of the Caribbbean Coaching Centre, speaking on the webinar theme. In addition, expert panellists from The Jamaica Association of Guidance Counsellors in Education (JAGCE), The Office of the Children’s Advocate (OCA), The National Parent Support Commission (NPSC) and CHOICES Caribbean will speak to issues such as risks and breaches of children’s rights in unusual situations, practical approaches schools and teachers are currently using and give valuable insights on decision-making and life skills, essential components of fostering resilience.
Angela deFreitas, General Manager of CHOICES Caribbean says, “The webinar will offer a unique opportunity for parents and caregivers to gain practical tools and insights that are essential for helping children navigate these challenging times. By coming together as a community, we can foster resilience, empower our youth to thrive now, whatever their current circumstances and build a successful future.”
The webinar will support stakeholders in understanding and addressing the psychosocial challenges faced post-“Melissa” by providing insights into understanding “what happened, where are we now, and how can life regain stability?”.
The event aims to equip attendees with practical strategies to support both themselves and the children in their care in staying grounded, trusting, and confident. It highlights the importance of resilience, acknowledging that today’s children will be the future leaders who can shape a world that meets the aspirations of coming generations.
It will be an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the care and development of children. Attendees will leave with new information, ideas and practical strategies to maintain stability and focus in these evolving times.
For more information and to register, please contact:
Angela deFreitas
General Manager, CHOICES Career & Education Advice
Phone: 876-782-1644
Email: info@choicescaribbean.com
Website: https://choicescaribbean.com/resilience