The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub, together with various government ministries, departments, and non-profit stakeholders, have announced a programme of events aimed at promoting positive youth mental health across the Cayman Islands during the summer holidays.
Launched on 30 June 2025, the Summer Cs Campaign supports key mental health events available through the summer, that link to the needs of young people, a press release from MASH said. The campaign also connects children, youth, parents and guardians to mental health services and resources available in the Cayman Islands.
The summer months can be particularly difficult given the relative absence of a daily routine, lack of consistent engagement with peers, and minimal contact with external safe adults in the community, MASH said in the release.
“We know that summer can be a vulnerable time for many children and teens,” said Charmaine Miller, programme manager at the Department of Counselling Services. “Our goal is to make sure that young people and their families know where to turn—and to encourage open conversations, connection, and access to support.”
Youth mental health in the Cayman Islands is also a growing concern, with a significant increase in both the number of young people seeking support and the number of visits to mental health services, which signals a clear need for increased awareness, accessible support, and proactive measures to address mental health challenges among young people in the islands.
Chantal Basson, clinical psychologist at the Health Services Authority, said in the release, “This campaign is about giving our youth the tools they need to thrive. Whether it’s coping strategies, supportive events, or just knowing someone cares – every message and every resource can make a difference.”
In 2024, young people across the Cayman Islands came together at the Inspire Youth Event, to openly discuss pressing issues such as mental health, self-care, and community well-being in a setting that encouraged open expression and collaborative problem-solving. Data gathered anonymously from the event helped organisers and stakeholders to gain a clearer understanding of the mental health landscape affecting young people in Cayman.
The Summer Cs Campaign has curated a calendar of events based on the insights gained from the Inspire Youth Event. The campaign is founded on the ‘Five Cs’ of positive mental health and wellbeing: connection, compassion, coping, community and care. The campaign highlights events, services and resources available to children and young adults aged 12 to 25.
Upcoming events include:
APF Teen Talk: A monthly virtual peer support group space for young adults (4 Aug.).
Child Safety Matters Workshop: A comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum for students in Years K-5. The programme educates and empowers children and all relevant adults with information and strategies to prevent, recognise and respond appropriately to bullying, cyberbullying, all types of abuse and digital abuse dangers (8 Aug.).
For details and dates of all the summer events and services, click this link.
Families are encouraged to explore weekly event highlights, follow campaign partners online, and access downloadable resources that provide immediate mental health guidance and referrals.
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