Protecting the rights and interests of Jamaican in vulnerable situations

From time to time Jamaican citizens may be found in situations of vulnerability such as potential for abuse while in state custody or otherwise institutionalised including wards of the state (minors or adults of diminished mental capacity) conditions of destitution; students who may be in need of assistance, victims of abductions, human trafficking

What our Consular Staff can do

Contact the authorities to arrange for a visit
Arrange for periodic welfare checks in cases of suspected abuse
Contact the Child Development Agency in Jamaica for guidance on adoptions if in doubt
One off financial support for most critical needs (subject to strict conditions)
Direct you to charitable organisations or NGO partners who can assist
Alert the authorities in situations of abduction or human trafficking