10 Sep
They know more than you think. Use these tips to start the conversation Children, even young ones, are more aware than you think. Even if you do your best to shield them from violence and your partner never abuses you in front of the...
01 Sep
1987 by Diana Mahabir-Wyatt opened The Samaan Shelter, one of the earliest shelters for female victims of domestic violence and their children, the name was later changed to The Shelter. We provide a safe haven for victims of domestic violence and their children. Over...
08 Mar
In honour and unqualified respect for all women for their unselfish contribution to humanity, restless pursuit for fairness and equality in every sphere of endeavour, it is time women stand side by side in our collective effort to make the world a better, safer...
15 Feb
The Shelter for Battered Women and Children will launch its annual fundraising calendar with a signatureWine and Cheese Evening hosted by Ms. Yvonne Webber, wife of the Australian High Commissioner at the residence inMoka, Maraval. Carded for Saturday 17th March from 6:30 – 9:30...
21 Feb
All across Trinidad and Tobago too many women have sought and continue to seek safety againstviolence and abuse. Many of these women live daily not more than a moment away from sharingthe tragic fate of Asami Nagakiya. The violence inflicted upon them has little...