What do they do?
The following departments fall under the authority of the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors (MOYSDS):
- Charities (Charities Commission)
- Department of Child & Family Services (DCFS)
- Financial Assistance (Department of Financial Assistance)
Sections:
Acts:
- Children’s Act 1998
- Parts of the Child Safeguarding Act 2019 (Misc Amend)
- Human Rights Act 1981
- Charities Act 2014
- Charities Regulations 2014
- Social Welfare Act 1971
- Senior Abuse Register Act 2008
Boards/Councils:
- National Safeguarding Committee
- Child Care Placement Board
- Co-Parenting Mediation Council
- Disability Advisory Council
- Head of Selection and Appointment Committee-HRC
- Charities Commission
- Litigation Guardians Panel
- Ageing Well Committee
Online services
44th Annual Sports Awards Programme
The Annual Sports Awards celebrate the achievements of Bermuda’s athletes, coaches, and teams who have demonstrated excellence in sports. This event recognizes outstanding performances at local and international levels and highlights the contributions of those dedicated to the development of sports in Bermuda. File (2.26 MB) Award Categories The Annual Sports Awards Programme recognizes excellence across multiple categories: Male Athlete of the Year – Recognizing the top-performing male athlete.
Youth, Social Development and Seniors
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Litigation Guardians: The Voice of the Child
Who We Are The Office of the Litigation Guardian falls under the remit of the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors. As per the Children Act 1998 , the Minister is required to establish a panel of persons to serve as Litigation Guardians when called upon. What is a Litigation Guardian? A litigation Guardian is a person appointed by the court to represent and protect the interests of a child during legal proceedings. The Litigation Guardian ensures that the child’s rights are upheld..
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Dementia Care in Bermuda
Overview: The Ministry of Social Development and Seniors and Ageing and Disability Services launched Dementia Care in Bermuda, an educational campaign to empower family caregivers, care professionals, and members of the general public to collectively enhance the quality of life for those in our community who need support living with cognitive change. Dementia Care in Bermuda resources:- Ageing and Disability Services (ADS) assists with connecting seniors and persons with physical, cognitive, or.
Youth, Social Development and Seniors
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