http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/feed/? Latest topics Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:11:10 GMT 10 http://www.bahamascrisiscentre.org/NEWLOGO2 copy.jpg http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/feed/? http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/teacher-calls-for-protection-from-false-accusations-of-sexual-abuse-t84.htm admin The article below appearing in The Tribune of 19th October is penned by a teacher who apparently has been exonerated from charges of sexual abuse of one of his pupils. He is asking that lie detectors be used routinely if a child levels charges. His rationale is that some children lie and some are manipulated by adults for ulterior motives, Sadly this is reverting to victim blaming . Most children who report sexual misconduct are telling the truth. The article is at the bottom of page 5 Link below ... Child Sexual Abuse Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:11:10 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/teacher-calls-for-protection-from-false-accusations-of-sexual-abuse-t84.htm#120 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/teacher-calls-for-protection-from-false-accusations-of-sexual-abuse-t84.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/residency-and-nationality-issues-f28/the-detention-centre-t83.htm admin we are awaiting the official report on the standards of the Detention Centre. Minister McCartney has stated that it is fine with good meals, cable tv recreation areas and a high level of cleanliness. This letter appears to say differentlyPublished On:Thursday, October 15, 2009 EDITOR, The Tribune. My question is, can the public handle the truth? Every allegation that has been said about the abuse at the Detention Centre has been denied by the Government. Bahamians believe the tales that ... Residency And Nationality Issues Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:04:10 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/residency-and-nationality-issues-f28/the-detention-centre-t83.htm#119 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/residency-and-nationality-issues-f28/the-detention-centre-t83.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-physical-abuse-f4/tribune-reader-speaks-out-aginst-child-abuse-t82.htm admin A good letter from a concerned parent expressing concern about the iinstitutionalised violence in our schools and in some homes. would that more people would make their thoughts public.As Janet Reno said years ago. We wil not stop violence in our streets until we stop violence in our homes EDITOR, The Tribune. The incident that took place recently involving the C I Gibson student allegedly abused has prompted me to share my opinion on the matter. The unimaginable amount of abuse cases ... Child Physical Abuse Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:54:26 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-physical-abuse-f4/tribune-reader-speaks-out-aginst-child-abuse-t82.htm#118 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-physical-abuse-f4/tribune-reader-speaks-out-aginst-child-abuse-t82.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/and-the-discussion-continues-sporadically-t81.htm admin Although the immediate public furore has died down sporadic letters appear like this one in the Guardian of October, The writer expresses her support of the bill and shock at the gainsayers Baffled by views against marital rape ban Dear Editor, "Four minutes of pleasure can surely result with persons exhibiting feelings of guilt." As for that line, I adduce it solely for those husbands who thievishly pleasure themselves with their wives' bodies without her consent. ... Legal And Court Matters Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:42:02 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/and-the-discussion-continues-sporadically-t81.htm#117 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/and-the-discussion-continues-sporadically-t81.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/barrington-brennan-s-article-rape-is-not-sex-t80.htm admin Pastor Brennan weighs in on the issue of marital rape pointing out that rape is indeed an act of violence and that marital rape happens in this country. He speaks as a Seventh Day Adventist preacher, a marriage counselor and a great ally of the Crisis CentreRape is not sex I just want to remind everyone that rape is not sex. Rape is violence and violence is a crime. Why is that so difficult to understand? Rape is forced, unwanted sexual intercourse. It is a misuse of power and control. ... Legal And Court Matters Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:32:28 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/barrington-brennan-s-article-rape-is-not-sex-t80.htm#116 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/barrington-brennan-s-article-rape-is-not-sex-t80.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/anglican-church-supports-the-marital-rape-amendment-act-t79.htm admin The Anglican church has now publicly supported the Marital Rape amendment bill. the press release was carried by both the Guardian and tribune in late October. It appears that the Christian Council does not have the broad based support of the religious leaders in this matter. Interestingly, Father Boyd gives some thoughts on his attitude to capital punishment in this article Anglican Bishop supports proposed marital rape law By SHAVAUGHN MOSS ~ Lifestyles Editor ~ shavaughn@nasguard.com: The ... Legal And Court Matters Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:25:00 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/anglican-church-supports-the-marital-rape-amendment-act-t79.htm#115 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/anglican-church-supports-the-marital-rape-amendment-act-t79.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/andsetting-fire-to-an-expartnwes-house-t78.htm admin the shoe appears on the other foot in this local story appearing in the Guardian, in that a woman is apparently the perpetrator, Sadly almost as an afterthought a child sexual molestation charge is mentioned A nurse accused of setting a fire that caused $160,000 in damage to an ex-boyfriend's home, made her initial appearance before a magistrate yesterday. Catherine Turnquest, 47, of 309 Jamaica Avenue, Elizabeth Estates, is accused of burning Inspector Norman Bain's home on St. Kitt's ... What Is Intimate Partner Abuse? Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:16:49 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/andsetting-fire-to-an-expartnwes-house-t78.htm#114 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/andsetting-fire-to-an-expartnwes-house-t78.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/setting-fire-to-the-house-wth-your-partner-in-it-t77.htm admin This case was reported in The Tribune and The Guardian of Tuesday 13th October After an argument a guy set fire to their dwelling His partner and kids were in the property and required assistance from the fire brigade to escape. this happened as the police have formally cited that four people who lost their lives in a house fire a few months ago (three women and a child) were in fact murdered .It is reported that the person of interest in the murders in this case deliberately set the fire These ... What Is Intimate Partner Abuse? Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:25:15 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/setting-fire-to-the-house-wth-your-partner-in-it-t77.htm#113 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/setting-fire-to-the-house-wth-your-partner-in-it-t77.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/eleuthera-man-charged-with-multiple-sexual-offences-against-minor-boys-t76.htm admin We await further developments on this story appearing in the Tribune of October 10th A MAN was arraigned in Magistrate's Court yesterday for allegedly having sexual intercourse with nine young boys. Navardo Johnson, 29, was charged with nine counts of alleged sexual intercourse with a minor and one count of indecent assault. Court documents allege that Johnson assaulted the boys between January, 2007, and August, 2009. It is claimed the youngsters were between the ages of seven to 14. Johnson, ... Child Sexual Abuse Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:47:37 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/eleuthera-man-charged-with-multiple-sexual-offences-against-minor-boys-t76.htm#112 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/eleuthera-man-charged-with-multiple-sexual-offences-against-minor-boys-t76.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/vigilante-justice-in-the-bahamas-t75.htm admin The Tribune reports this story of community outrage following an alleged episode of kidnapping and sexual assault of a young female. We must not condone either sexual assault or this level of violence in response. The alleged perpetrator is now at large having absconded from a local hospital. Story found on pages 1 and 15 Links below Page 1 http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/3351089/10082009_A01_Main_tri.pdf Page 15 http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/3351016/10082009_A15_Main_tri.pdf Child Sexual Abuse Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:25:18 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/vigilante-justice-in-the-bahamas-t75.htm#110 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/vigilante-justice-in-the-bahamas-t75.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/policeman-number-4-in-court-again-t74.htm admin Alleged police perpetrator number 4 was actually charged in magistrates court for having sex with a minor female who was in police custody at Central Police Station the story appeared in The Guardian of 2nd October A Royal Bahamas Police Force officer was yesterday charged in a magistrate's court with unlawful sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old girl. Prosecutors allege that on August 11, 2009 Dwight Williamson, 33, of Nassau Village, had sex with the girl in a holding cell at ... Child Sexual Abuse Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:26:07 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/policeman-number-4-in-court-again-t74.htm#109 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/policeman-number-4-in-court-again-t74.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/update-on-case-invoilving-father-ranfurly-brown-t73.htm admin The case continues to grind through the court system The latest appeared in The Guardian of 2nd October Archdeacon Ranfurly Brown will learn later this month whether he has to present a defense to charges that he physically assaulted a teenage girl at a church picnic. Brown, the rector of St Agnes Anglican Church, is accused of choking and slapping the 14-year-old girl at the church gathering that was held at Nirvana Beach on October 13, 2008. Magistrate Ancella Evans-Williams ... Legal And Court Matters Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:18:20 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/update-on-case-invoilving-father-ranfurly-brown-t73.htm#108 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/update-on-case-invoilving-father-ranfurly-brown-t73.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/kudos-to-bahamian-beauty-queens-t72.htm admin The link below is to a Tribune article of 29th September. Local beauty queens are following through on their pledges to work to eliminate Child Sexual Abuse. They have been visiting local schools to sensitise the pupils to this scourge. Though not mentioned in this article Miss Teen Bahamas has also spoken out on this topic and supported the Crisis Centre at the September press conference to address the eradication of sexual violence http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/3297232/09292009_A06_Main_tri.pdf Links To News And Other Sites Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:20:53 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/kudos-to-bahamian-beauty-queens-t72.htm#107 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/kudos-to-bahamian-beauty-queens-t72.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/letters-to-the-media-supporting-the-amendment-surface-t71.htm admin Although the discussion continues there appears to be a subtle swinging towards those supporting the amendment. These follow on the public supporting of the bill by the Catholic, Methodist and Seventh Day Adventist religious communities and press releases from the Crisis Centre explaining the proposed amendment. The link below to a letter which appeared in the Tribune of 29th September and also the Punch of 28th Sep Tribune 29th Sep (second letter in Column) http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/3297230/09292009_A04_Main_tri.pdf Second ... Legal And Court Matters Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:12:10 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/letters-to-the-media-supporting-the-amendment-surface-t71.htm#106 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/letters-to-the-media-supporting-the-amendment-surface-t71.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/bahamas-crisis-centre-clarifies-proposed-amendment-ref-marital-rape-bill-t69.htm admin As Dr Patterson points out the amendment to the act merely levels the playing field and gives married persons who are raped the same rights in law as their separated or divorced counterparts. The article appeared in The Guardian of 28th September By THEA RUTHERFORD ~ Guardian National Correspondent ~ thea@nasguard.com: The Bahamas Crisis Center released a statement on Friday clarifying the proposed amendment to the 1991 Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Act to ban rape within ... Legal And Court Matters Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:53:30 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/bahamas-crisis-centre-clarifies-proposed-amendment-ref-marital-rape-bill-t69.htm#103 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/bahamas-crisis-centre-clarifies-proposed-amendment-ref-marital-rape-bill-t69.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/official-statement-from-the-christian-council-on-the-amendment-to-the-marital-rape-bill-t67.htm admin Links below to the press release covered in the Tribune of September 4th appearing on pages 1 and 6 http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/3155502/09042009_A01_Main_tri.pdf (page 1) http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/3155494/09042009_A06_Main_tri.pdf (page 6) It should be noted that the Bahamas Christian Council is not the voice of all religious denominations in the country and that the opinions expressed seem largely those of the President of this organisation. I hope ... Legal And Court Matters Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:46 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/official-statement-from-the-christian-council-on-the-amendment-to-the-marital-rape-bill-t67.htm#101 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/official-statement-from-the-christian-council-on-the-amendment-to-the-marital-rape-bill-t67.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/no-date-as-yet-for-reading-of-marital-rape-amendment-act-in-the-house-t66.htm admin Minister of State Loretta Butler Turner is reported in the Tribune of Thursday 24th Sep. Apparently discussion of the Bill has been postponed to allow further public education. Article below Published On:Thursday, September 24, 2009 By TANEKA THOMPSON Tribune Staff Reporter tthompson@tribunemedia.net MEMBERS of Parliament are not expected to debate a controversial amendment to the Sexual Offences Act which would outlaw marital rape until later this year. State Minister of Labour ... Legal And Court Matters Thu, 24 Sep 2009 22:21:12 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/no-date-as-yet-for-reading-of-marital-rape-amendment-act-in-the-house-t66.htm#100 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/no-date-as-yet-for-reading-of-marital-rape-amendment-act-in-the-house-t66.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/seventh-day-adventist-comments-about-the-amendment-t65.htm admin An interesting article in The Guardian religion section on pages1 and 10 on the 20th August. it outlines some critical thinking about biblical passages and quotations and then comes out somewhat on the fence about the validity of the amendment. Links below to pages 1 and 10 where the article can be found in the lower section of both pages http://community.nassauguardian.net/pdfEdition_show_pdf.php?file=08202009_R01.pdf page 1 http://community.nassauguardian.net/pdfEdition_show_pdf.php?file=08202009_R10.pdf ... Legal And Court Matters Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:47:04 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/seventh-day-adventist-comments-about-the-amendment-t65.htm#99 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/seventh-day-adventist-comments-about-the-amendment-t65.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/policeman-charged-with-threats-of-harm-to-ex-girlfriend-t63.htm admin This little story which appeared in the Tribune of 19th August. It proves that intimate partner violence occurs between ex partners as well as current and that separation is not necessarily going to end the abuse, in fact violence often escalates when a partner leaves an abusive situation. the other interesting popint is that this case gas taken five months to hit the courts, the incident initially being reported in April A POLICE Constable who is alleged to have attacked his ex-girlfriend ... What Is Intimate Partner Abuse? Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:31:28 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/policeman-charged-with-threats-of-harm-to-ex-girlfriend-t63.htm#97 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/what-is-intimate-partner-abuse-f1/policeman-charged-with-threats-of-harm-to-ex-girlfriend-t63.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/amnesty-international-speaks-out-in-favour-of-the-marital-rape-amendment-t62.htm admin There appears to be increased international interest in the debate over this amendment. The Miami herald has covered some of the discussion. this article appeared in the Tribune of 19th August A POWERFUL human rights group has thrown its weight behind the government's plan to outlaw marital rape in the Bahamas. Amnesty International has vowed to back the proposed amendment of the Sexual Offences Act in order to protect the rights of every Bahamian woman. A spokesman for the group told ... Legal And Court Matters Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:18:21 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/amnesty-international-speaks-out-in-favour-of-the-marital-rape-amendment-t62.htm#96 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/amnesty-international-speaks-out-in-favour-of-the-marital-rape-amendment-t62.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/plp-get-involved-in-debate-on-marital-rape-amendment-t61.htm admin This issue is becoming increasingly polarised on gender, religion, nationality and now political affiliation. The article in The Nassau Guardian of 18th August outlines the attitude of the PLP to the proposed legislation as voiced by spokesperson Dr Bernard Nottage PLP seeks clarity on proposed marital rape ban By JUAN MCCARTNEY ~ Guardian Senior Reporter ~ juan@nasguard.com: While unequivocally stating that the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) condemns violence against women in ... Legal And Court Matters Tue, 18 Aug 2009 21:21:38 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/plp-get-involved-in-debate-on-marital-rape-amendment-t61.htm#95 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/plp-get-involved-in-debate-on-marital-rape-amendment-t61.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/proposed-revisions-to-sexual-offences-act-t48.htm admin Please note that this important piece of legislation is likely to be taking a very long time to enact unless we make our voices heard. Please keep an ear to the ground and attend the public meetings and discussions that are proposed. The Crisis Centre has long advocated for these changes. Details of Minister Of State Loretta Butler-Turner's comments are reported below Bill to outlaw marital rape proposed By BRENT DEAN ~ NG Staff Reporter ~ brentldean@nasguard.com: The government ... Legal And Court Matters Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:25:04 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/proposed-revisions-to-sexual-offences-act-t48.htm#64 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/proposed-revisions-to-sexual-offences-act-t48.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/five-bahamian-policeman-charged-with-sexual-abuse-of-minors-t34.htm admin This is very scary To fall back on The old quote "Deja Vu all over again" It appears that these are seperate charges, one case being heard in Freeport and one in Nassau, both very serious allegations especiallyas the alleged perpetrators are law enforcement officers Details below Case 1 Freeport reported in The Tribune, Areminder that you will need to create an account to access the info on line it appears in the Tribune of wednesday 24th June on page 8. The Crisis Centre has been ... Child Sexual Abuse Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:04:36 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/five-bahamian-policeman-charged-with-sexual-abuse-of-minors-t34.htm#40 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/five-bahamian-policeman-charged-with-sexual-abuse-of-minors-t34.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/reverend-barrington-brennan-suports-the-introduction-of-amendment-legalising-marital-rape-t60.htm admin Article appears in the Tribune of 17th August 2009 alowe@tribunemedia.net A MARRIAGE and family therapist of 15 years says government must pass the marital rape law whether there is consensus for it or not. Barrington Brennen has been agitating for the "long overdue" law "for about 10 years", he told The Tribune yesterday. He said the debate that has followed in the wake of its proposal in parliament has, "unfortunately revealed a deep seated belief that women ... Legal And Court Matters Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:43:44 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/reverend-barrington-brennan-suports-the-introduction-of-amendment-legalising-marital-rape-t60.htm#89 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/reverend-barrington-brennan-suports-the-introduction-of-amendment-legalising-marital-rape-t60.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/teacher-questioned-on-sexual-assault-of-a-minor-child-t59.htm admin There have been conflicting reports in the press as to whether the teacher is guilty of sexual assault of his pupil or another professionally unrelated female minor. Regardless a case worth following Both The Tribune and The Nassau guardian reports of Friday 14th August can be found below By DENISE MAYCOCK Tribune Freeport Reporter dmaycock@tribunemedia.net A teacher was taken into custody for questioning yesterday in connection with the alleged molestation of a 12-year-old girl at ... Child Sexual Abuse Sat, 15 Aug 2009 14:11:57 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/teacher-questioned-on-sexual-assault-of-a-minor-child-t59.htm#86 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/teacher-questioned-on-sexual-assault-of-a-minor-child-t59.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/senator-allyson-maynard-gibsons-thoughts-on-the-marital-rape-amendment-t58.htm admin this piece taken from Bahamas press gives the Senator's speech at the town meeting held at St. Agnes Church on Tuesday 11th August The other panellists were attorney Wayne Munroe and Pastor Cedric Moss Bahamas Press brings to our readers the full text of Mrs. Maynard-Gibson’s speech. Rape must be condemned and punished whenever and wherever it occurs. In the mid 1980s I joined Hon. Janet Bostwick in organizing “The March Against Rape”– then one of the largest marches ... Legal And Court Matters Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:51:30 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/senator-allyson-maynard-gibsons-thoughts-on-the-marital-rape-amendment-t58.htm#82 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/senator-allyson-maynard-gibsons-thoughts-on-the-marital-rape-amendment-t58.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/are-men-abused-too-f3/sentencing-deferred-for-woman-who-killed-her-lover-t57.htm admin Yes men are abused mostly verbally or emotionally but occasionally violently and tragically. I chose this article not merely to say that women in abusive relationships have killed, but to outline how powerful the cycle of abuse is. This very sad article describes three generations of misery and seemingly unfortunately ineffective interventions. Starting with an abused and abandoned child who reacts with anger, acting out violently and then becoming self injurous, spiralling through abusive relationships, ... Are Men Abused Too? Tue, 11 Aug 2009 14:05:22 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/are-men-abused-too-f3/sentencing-deferred-for-woman-who-killed-her-lover-t57.htm#81 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/are-men-abused-too-f3/sentencing-deferred-for-woman-who-killed-her-lover-t57.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/religious-leaders-in-grand-bahama-support-the-marital-rape-amendment-t56.htm admin Well two out of three of them quoted in an article in the Nassau Guardian of 11th August do. And very articulately too There is hope yet!! GB ministers speak out on proposed marital rape law By LISA S. KING ~ FN Asst. Editor ~ lisa@nasguard.com: Three prominent Grand Bahama ministers agreed yesterday that while marital rape is not considered in a 'Christian marriage,' a law demanding that individuals be made accountable for this daunting social ill is necessary. In an ... Legal And Court Matters Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:32:06 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/religious-leaders-in-grand-bahama-support-the-marital-rape-amendment-t56.htm#80 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/religious-leaders-in-grand-bahama-support-the-marital-rape-amendment-t56.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/serial-rapist-in-eastern-new-providence-be-aware-report-suspicious-behaviour-t55.htm admin The Tribune of August 10th carried an article on page 1 and 10 referring to several rapes which have been reported in the Eastern District It appears that he is very cunning and a planner and seems to scope out his targets. He is also making every effort to remove or destroy any evidence of the rape at the scene. This is a spophisticated and dangerous criminal. He appears to be very familiar with the area. Ladies, wherever you live be vigilant, be safe. If you see anything suspicious please ... Links To News And Other Sites Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:53:20 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/serial-rapist-in-eastern-new-providence-be-aware-report-suspicious-behaviour-t55.htm#79 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/serial-rapist-in-eastern-new-providence-be-aware-report-suspicious-behaviour-t55.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/child-protection-orders-bill-on-hold-t54.htm admin the Nassau Guardian has in its edition of 10th August 2009 reasons why this piece of legislation has not yet been enacted. the reasons cited ar e that infrastucture and new appointments have to be approved and in place before it can be passed. interesting a sMinisterial budgets have been slashed and there is apparently a freeze on hiring in Government. it may be this bill will die the death quietly links below to pages 4 and 11 of the Guardian on line (articles at bottom of pages) page ... Legal And Court Matters Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:41:33 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/child-protection-orders-bill-on-hold-t54.htm#78 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/child-protection-orders-bill-on-hold-t54.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-emotional-abuse-f5/miss-teen-bahamas-world-pageant-exploitation-of-children-t53.htm admin Right here right now while The Bahamas is meant to be agog with Miss Universe there is the Miss Teen Bahamas competition running. the competitors range from age 15 to 18. The theme is "Twilight ' based on the teen vampire novels. Well that is the organisers rationale for something that left me speechless. Check out these pictures. to my mind this is exploitation at best and sexual abuse of these girls at worst. The link below takes you to the pageant website index page. It is unlabelled, ... Child Emotional Abuse Sat, 08 Aug 2009 12:44:53 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-emotional-abuse-f5/miss-teen-bahamas-world-pageant-exploitation-of-children-t53.htm#76 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-emotional-abuse-f5/miss-teen-bahamas-world-pageant-exploitation-of-children-t53.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/gang-of-12-puts-women-through-hour-of-terror-t52.htm admin The article below appeared in The Tribune of Friday 7th August. Article is on the front page continued on page 12 It describes how two ladies were subjected to threats and intimidation by a group of men while they were on a local beach. We must remember that it is not necessarily the severity of abuse but the perceived danger and helplessness experienced by victims which is so traumatising http://www.tribune242.com/tri/pdfedition/results/?operator=search&SortBy=Page&Date=08072009 Links To News And Other Sites Sat, 08 Aug 2009 12:20:27 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/gang-of-12-puts-women-through-hour-of-terror-t52.htm#75 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/gang-of-12-puts-women-through-hour-of-terror-t52.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/sideburns-cartoons-says-a-lot-about-marital-rape-amendment-t51.htm admin Check out the link to The Nassau Guardian of Friday 7th August Sideburns cartoon is at the bottom of the page. It says a lot http://community.nassauguardian.net/pdfEdition_show_pdf.php?file=08072009_A06.pdf And another appearing in The Guardian of 20th August, again at the bottom of the page http://community.nassauguardian.net/pdfEdition_show_pdf.php?file=08202009_A06.pdf Legal And Court Matters Sat, 08 Aug 2009 12:12:44 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/sideburns-cartoons-says-a-lot-about-marital-rape-amendment-t51.htm#74 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/sideburns-cartoons-says-a-lot-about-marital-rape-amendment-t51.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/christian-council-wants-3o-days-to-review-sex-bill-t50.htm admin So the Christian Council President weighs in on this matter as reported in The Bahama Journal of Wednesday 5th August. Faithfully typed by your administrator as this article does not appear on line. The Bahamas Christian Council says while it generally agrees with the proposed amendment to the Sexual Offences Act and believes that Advocates are moving in the right direction to protect women's rights, more time needs to be spent crafting the law to ensure that rights are upheld and ... Legal And Court Matters Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:38:17 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/christian-council-wants-3o-days-to-review-sex-bill-t50.htm#72 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/christian-council-wants-3o-days-to-review-sex-bill-t50.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/man-acquitted-of-rape-charge-faces-three-others-t49.htm admin Yet another apparent travesty of justice. once again the Crisis Centre have complained about the inordinate amount of time it takes to hear these charges of sexual assaults of minors. It is unclear whether the victim in this case was 16 at the time or is 16 now.Regardless it has taken three years for the case to reach trial. Three years in which the child is going to the jury to appear more adult and less vulnerable. Three years in which the police investigation was so sloppy even the judge commented ... Legal And Court Matters Thu, 23 Jul 2009 19:38:25 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/man-acquitted-of-rape-charge-faces-three-others-t49.htm#65 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/man-acquitted-of-rape-charge-faces-three-others-t49.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/behavioural-changes-in-a-child-who-is-sexually-abused-t5.htm spottydog There may not be any physical signs of child sexual abiuse, especially if the behaviours are limited to innappropriate touching, kissing and fondling, or allowing the child to witness adult sexual behaviour either on the TV/DVD or in the flesh. Though these behaviours are not going to leave marks or physical damage, they are abusive none the less If a child becomes fearful of certain places or people, tells you they don't like or want to visit certain places and people any more, throws temper ... Child Sexual Abuse Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:00:49 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/behavioural-changes-in-a-child-who-is-sexually-abused-t5.htm#7 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/child-sexual-abuse-f2/behavioural-changes-in-a-child-who-is-sexually-abused-t5.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/suggestion-box-and-comments-open-to-all-f15/comments-and-questions-t45.htm admin
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If you want to be heard, please post here]]> Suggestion Box And Comments- Open To All Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:04:55 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/suggestion-box-and-comments-open-to-all-f15/comments-and-questions-t45.htm#59 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/suggestion-box-and-comments-open-to-all-f15/comments-and-questions-t45.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/woman-sentenced-in-death-of-her-boyfriend-t44.htm admin These links to The Tribune on line report on the recent trial of a Bahamian lady charged with the death of her partner. The story is on page 1 and page 13 of the July 2nd 2009 issue. Again another very tragic outcome of a domestic situation. Coincidentally there is another tragic story on the same pages, that of a man who having been placed on bail for rape is now facing charges of a second similar offense, this time being remanded in custody to H.M.P. http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/2745363/07022009_A01_Main_tri_w1001.jpg ... Links To News And Other Sites Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:03:08 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/woman-sentenced-in-death-of-her-boyfriend-t44.htm#56 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/woman-sentenced-in-death-of-her-boyfriend-t44.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/man-denied-bail-on-second-rape-charge-t43.htm admin Just another case which begs the question Why do our courts not deal quickly with those charged with serious sexual offenses? The alleged perpetrator in this present case who is charged with forcible detention and rape of a girl some 30 years his junior was previously arrested and charged with the kidnap and rape of a 14 year old girl. In the first case he was charged with abducting the child, had tied her to a tree in the Pine Barrens and allegedly repeatedly sexually assaulted her. And for ... Legal And Court Matters Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:44:33 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/man-denied-bail-on-second-rape-charge-t43.htm#55 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/man-denied-bail-on-second-rape-charge-t43.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/stevie-s-sentenced-for-rape-of-a-minor-t33.htm admin Surely someone else is incensed by this apparent travesty? COMMENTS PLEASE 'Stevie S' gets one year in jail By LEDEDRA MARCHE ~ Senior FN Reporter ~ lededra@nasguard.com: The Office of the Attorney-General intends to appeal the one-year custodial sentence handed down yesterday to Bahamian entertainer Lemuel "Stevie S" Stephen Smith, who admitted to having unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor. That appeal is expected to be lodged today and the Court of Appeal will ... Legal And Court Matters Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:03:02 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/stevie-s-sentenced-for-rape-of-a-minor-t33.htm#38 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/stevie-s-sentenced-for-rape-of-a-minor-t33.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/suggestion-box-and-comments-open-to-all-f15/suggestion-box-this-thread-is-open-to-everyone-t42.htm admin Please use this thread to send your comments and criticisms and to report any problems you have exerienced with the other threads on the site Suggestion Box And Comments- Open To All Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:13:20 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/suggestion-box-and-comments-open-to-all-f15/suggestion-box-this-thread-is-open-to-everyone-t42.htm#52 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/suggestion-box-and-comments-open-to-all-f15/suggestion-box-this-thread-is-open-to-everyone-t42.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/father-arrested-in-usa-after-baby-s-death-t41.htm admin Yes it happens overseas too. The message here is that such tragedies can happen even when Social Services and profesionals are aware of a child being at risk and are actively monitoring a situation. More reason for us all to be involvesd and be aware Article in the Tribune of Saturday 27th June pages 1 and 7 remember to sign up for your free accounts to get access to this online content http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/2719445/06272009_A01_Main_tri.pdf Page 1 http://assets.mediaspanonline.com/prod/2719431/06272009_A07_Main_tri.pdf ... Links To News And Other Sites Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:54:56 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/father-arrested-in-usa-after-baby-s-death-t41.htm#51 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/links-to-news-and-other-sites-f16/father-arrested-in-usa-after-baby-s-death-t41.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/bahamian-jet-ski-operators-and-allegations-of-sexual-misconduct-t39.htm admin Interesting response from the Honourable Minister of National Security reported in the last paragraph Whoever heard of such serious allegations being put in the hands of a PR firm for resolution before? Govt to look at more jet ski regulation By JASMIN BONIMY ~ Guardian Staff Reporter ~ jasmin@nasguard.com: Amid claims of rape and ongoing safety concerns in the water sports industry, Minster of the Environment Earl Deveaux said the Ingraham administration plans to take a closer ... Legal And Court Matters Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:28:51 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/bahamian-jet-ski-operators-and-allegations-of-sexual-misconduct-t39.htm#49 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/bahamian-jet-ski-operators-and-allegations-of-sexual-misconduct-t39.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/the-sweethearting-fallout-t38.htm admin Just one of many cases from the Magistrates Court Just a thought when i read this sad little snippet What's love got to do with it? Customs officer denies assault of love rival A customs officer denied trying to run over a love rival with her car during a court appearance yesterday. Simone Daley, 36, of Sandilands Village Road, pleaded not guilty to assaulting Constable 2039 Sharon Mackey on June 24 at the Princess Preschool on Blue Hill Road. Daley is also accused ... Legal And Court Matters Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:28:37 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/the-sweethearting-fallout-t38.htm#48 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/the-sweethearting-fallout-t38.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/anglican-priest-charged-with-assault-on-a-minor-and-acquitted-on-a-technicality-t36.htm admin This may be another interesting case to follow Maybe it will even promote some discussion, Please!!!!! I.Ranfurly Brown's accuser testifies By ARTESIA DAVIS ~ Guardian Senior Reporter ~ artesia@nasguard.com: Anglican priest I. Ranfurly Brown allegedly pushed, slapped and choked a teenage girl while at a church-sponsored picnic at Nirvana Beach, his accuser claimed during testimony in the magistrates court yesterday. Brown, the rector of St. Agnes Church who was in ... Legal And Court Matters Wed, 24 Jun 2009 21:12:47 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/anglican-priest-charged-with-assault-on-a-minor-and-acquitted-on-a-technicality-t36.htm#42 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/anglican-priest-charged-with-assault-on-a-minor-and-acquitted-on-a-technicality-t36.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/human-trafficking-f26/mixed-messages-from-the-united-states-t27.htm admin An interesting article in the Nassau Guardian of the 17th June 2009 Food for thought Report: Bahamas falls short in protecting foreign females from sex exploitation By BRENT DEAN ~ Guardian Staff Reporter ~ brentldean@nasguard.com: The U.S. State Department has commended the government for strengthening anti-human trafficking laws, while also accusing the government of not doing enough to protect foreign women and girls from being exploited in the country as sex workers. "During ... Human Trafficking Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:15:45 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/human-trafficking-f26/mixed-messages-from-the-united-states-t27.htm#32 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/human-trafficking-f26/mixed-messages-from-the-united-states-t27.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/upcoming-events-f21/next-crisis-centre-volunteer-meeting-saturday-november-21st-at-1000am-t31.htm admin The monthly volunteer meetings are held at the Crisis Centre Office which is housed in Knowles House, located in the grounds of Princess Margaret Hospital. Enter the Hospital compound from Shirley Street and walk to your right through the parking lot. Knowles House is situated at the foot of the steps leading up to the outpatient/pharmacy area of the main hospital. It is a single storied white wooden structure with a distinctive low picket fence round the entry ramp and a grey shingled roof ... Upcoming Events Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:30:11 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/upcoming-events-f21/next-crisis-centre-volunteer-meeting-saturday-november-21st-at-1000am-t31.htm#36 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/upcoming-events-f21/next-crisis-centre-volunteer-meeting-saturday-november-21st-at-1000am-t31.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/common-occurences-t30.htm admin Woman drops rape complaint A man charged with rape was released from custody after his accuser said she no longer had an interest in prosecuting the matter. Edward Taylor, 39, who is otherwise known as "Sin", was accused of raping the 35-year-old woman on April 24. But the woman withdrew the complaint yesterday when Taylor made his initial appearance before Magistrate Derence Rolle-Davis. Taylor, of Mastic Point, Andros, was recently acquitted of the murder of Eric McGreggor ... Legal And Court Matters Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:09:39 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/common-occurences-t30.htm#35 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/legal-and-court-matters-f27/common-occurences-t30.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/bahamas-laws-on-line-f30/link-to-bahamas-government-site-t29.htm admin Section 97 Children and Young Persons Act
Section 99 Sexual offenses and Domestic Violence Act
Sections 122-129 Dealing with various marital issues

http://laws.bahamas.gov.bs/statutes/List_ChapterAll.html]]> Bahamas Laws On Line Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:29:36 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/bahamas-laws-on-line-f30/link-to-bahamas-government-site-t29.htm#34 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/bahamas-laws-on-line-f30/link-to-bahamas-government-site-t29.htm http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/stop-press-for-trial-period-post-without-registering-f29/read-this-please-t28.htm admin Trying desperately to get people to contribute to this site. People are visiting and reading but not contributing. I am keeping some of the administrators messages blocked but everything else, including the suggestion box and upcoming events will now be open for guests, visitors and members to post. The categories and threads have pretty wide ranging descriptions feel free PLEASE to put your opinions down. However my ideas about forum etiquette continue. Please read that thread before you ... Stop Press For Trial Period Post Without Registering Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:09:34 GMT http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/stop-press-for-trial-period-post-without-registering-f29/read-this-please-t28.htm#33 http://bahamascrisiscentre.forumotion.com/stop-press-for-trial-period-post-without-registering-f29/read-this-please-t28.htm