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A step towards fairer, safer and more supportive workplaces across Guyana’s public sector.On Friday, Minister of Human S...
25/09/2026

A step towards fairer, safer and more supportive workplaces across Guyana’s public sector.

On Friday, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud, alongside Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Hon. Zulfikar Ally, launched the Gender Equality in the Workplace initiative and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) Training for public sector employees.

The training will target Permanent Secretaries, Deputy Permanent Secretaries, managers, programme heads and other employees, strengthening how sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment are prevented and addressed in the workplace so that they can better identify and put a stop to it.

The initiatives form part of the National Gender Equality and Empowerment Seal (NGEES), which aims to advance gender equality and create workplaces where both women and men feel respected, protected and supported.

On Thursday morning, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud, was a featured panelist a...
24/09/2026

On Thursday morning, Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud, was a featured panelist at the annual Caribbean Sociological Association Conference, held at the University of Guyana.

Minister Persaud highlighted how the expansion of social services has created more opportunities for vulnerable groups, from free training through the Women’s Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN) and programmes for persons living with disabilities, to free and confidential counselling through the Embrace platform.

She also addressed the gaps that remain and the work underway to make social services more accessible and responsive to the needs of people across the country.

Also participating were Samantha Craig, Assistant Chief Probation and Social Services Officer-Family Enhancement Services Section and Support Services for Persons Living with Disabilities; Concheeta Gray, Chief Executive Officer of Early Childhood Development; and Trenetta Elliot, Assistant Chief Probation & Social Services Officer.

Here are some more images from the opening of the Little Diamond Day/Night Care and Early Childhood Development Centre. ...
24/09/2026

Here are some more images from the opening of the Little Diamond Day/Night Care and Early Childhood Development Centre.

23/09/2026

Minister Vindhya Persaud brings day and night care relief to East Bank parents!

The new $123 million Little Diamond Day/Night Care and Early Childhood Development Centre is now open, giving working parents, especially those on night shifts, a safe and reliable option for their little ones.

Here’s a glimpse from today’s opening ceremony.

A major boost for working parents in Little Diamond and surrounding communities on the East Bank!The Little Diamond Day/...
23/09/2026

A major boost for working parents in Little Diamond and surrounding communities on the East Bank!

The Little Diamond Day/Night Care and Early Childhood Development Centre was officially commissioned on Wednesday by Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Hon. Dr. Vindhya Persaud.

The $123.7 million facility, procured under the Basic Needs Trust Fund (BNTF), can accommodate up to 50 children and will provide care during both the day and night.

Minister Persaud said the facility will especially benefit families within the Little Diamond Young Professional Housing Scheme and nearby communities, giving parents greater peace of mind while they work, knowing their children are in the hands of trained and professional caregivers.

It’s another step towards making childcare more accessible while giving parents the support they need to work and earn an income.

23/09/2026

More consistent access to services is coming for the people of Leguan and surrounding communities.

During her visit to the island on Tuesday, Minister Vindhya Persaud announced that within the next week, a fixed day will be established for the Ministry’s Probation Officers to visit Leguan regularly.

This means residents will know exactly when officers will be on the island to assist with Old Age Pension, Permanent Disability and Public Assistance applications and queries.

It’s about making the services easier to access, getting matters addressed faster and ensuring residents don’t always have to travel off the island to get the help they need.

23/09/2026

More opportunities are coming to Wakenaam || The island will soon benefit from a number of free training programmes offered by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security.

With plans already underway for a building to facilitate the training, Minister Vindhya Persaud highlighted how these programmes can open doors for residents of all ages, from young people looking to learn a skill to older persons who want to try something new.

It’s all about bringing more opportunities right into the community.

Leguan, another stop, more people reached! Minister Vindhya Persaud continued her outreach to the riverain communities o...
22/09/2026

Leguan, another stop, more people reached!

Minister Vindhya Persaud continued her outreach to the riverain communities of Region Three, spending time with residents in Leguan and helping them sort through a number of matters.

Applications were checked, residents signed up for free Women’s Innovation and Investment Network (WIIN) courses, childcare matters were addressed, and persons got the chance to speak with the Minister one-on-one about issues affecting them.

Whatever the concern, she took the time to hear them out and see how best she could help.

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