Month: February 2014

Inside the Constitution Reform Report…a review by the CCSJ

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Post date February 11, 2014

By Leela Ramdeen, Chair, CCSJ

On Wed 29 January 2014, I attended a meeting at which the Acting Prime Minister, Hon. Prakash Ramadhar, presented copies of the Report from the Commission which conducted the National Consultation on Constitutional Reform. CCSJ had submitted to the Commission, written recommendations which had been approved by Archbishop Joseph Harris.

Hon. Prakash Ramadhar, Minister of Legal Affairs, chaired the Commission for Constitutional Reform which was launched on Sat 2 March, 2013. Members of the Commission were: Dr Hamid Ghany, Justice Amrika Tiwary-Reddy, Carlos Dillon and Dr Merle Hodge. Justice Sebastian Ventour, who had been appointed, resigned when he became a member of the Integrity Commission.

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Archbishop Harris’ Gospel Reflection Feb 9 – Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A)

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Post date February 9, 2014

Gospel reading: Matthew 5:13-16

Jesus said to his disciples: “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt becomes tasteless, what can make it salty again? It is good for nothing, and can only be thrown out to be trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city built on a hilltop cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp to put it under a tub; they put it on the lamp-stand where it shines for everyone in the house. In the same way your light must shine in the sight of men, so that, seeing your good works, they may give the praise to your Father in heaven.

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Need to ‘grow’ our own Police Commissioners

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Post date February 9, 2014

by Leela Ramdeen, Chair, CCSJ and Director, CREDI

Recently I was invited by the T&T Police Service (TTPS) to attend a Stakeholders’ Consultation with members of the Executive as the TTPS prepares its strategic plan for 2014-2016 (see my presentation on CCSJ’s website).

A large proportion of T&T’s budget is spent on national security/crime reduction. Are we getting value for money? Although this Consultation was a bit late since we are already into 2014, it’s a good sign as collaboration promotes community policing. TTPS’s Mission statement recognises that the Police Service cannot achieve its goals on its own. It states: “In partnership with the citizens of T&T we provide for safer, more secure and healthy communities through focused leadership, service and policing excellence.”

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GCL media release: Let’s stop crime, not lives!

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Post date February 7, 2014

The Greater Caribbean for Life (GCL) urges the Government of the Bahamas to find non-lethal means to promote the safety and security of citizens. GCL condemns the rise of violent crime in our region and expresses solidarity with victims. However, we reject the notion that capital punishment will act as a deterrent or foster respect for life in our communities.

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Social Justice online course

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Post date February 7, 2014

Do you want to develop your knowledge about social justice issues so that you can play your part in building God’s Kingdom of Truth, Justice, Love, Peace, Freedom and Forgiveness? Then read on!

The Catholic Commission for Social Justice (CCSJ) invites you to sign up for a series of online courses that will help you to develop a spirituality of Justice.

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