Topic: Cayman Islands Crisis Centre
Strong turnout for Crisis Centre’s ‘Power of the Purse’
Tables were filled at the Ritz‑Carlton, Grand Cayman on Friday, 8 May, for the ninth annual 'Power of the Purse' luncheon.
Jingle Bell Walk/Run promotes hope for survivors of domestic abuse
The spirit of Christmas was in full swing at the Holiday Inn Resort on 14 Dec. as hundreds of residents laced up their sneakers for the annual Crisis Centre Jingle Bell Walk/Run.
Rankine calls domestic violence a ‘huge issue’ in Cayman
Minister of Social Development Isaac Rankine says domestic violence remains 'a really huge issue' in the Cayman Islands – a problem made worse by silence and underreporting.
Help is a phone call away with launch of Cayman Kids Helpline
With the launch of a new helpline serving adolescents, both young people and adults will have access to free, confidential mental health resources.
Women invited to sign up for free self-defence course
In its ongoing aim to provide training to those who would like to learn self-defence for personal protection and to gain confidence, The Academy...
CICC’s 20th Anniversary Gala – Help Us Match ONE MILLION!
In 2003, Cayman Islands Crisis Centre opened the doors to a private and safe space to shelter victims of domestic abuse. Since then, the need for space has unfortunately grown, and the shelter is in dire need of expansion. Plans for a new home are complete; the land is waiting; and building supplies are being donated, but financial support is required to do the build and outfit the facility appropriately.
Assault survivor donates $25K to Crisis Centre
Assault survivor Oddy Grullon has donated $25,263 to the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre which she raised last year through her four-marathon challenge.
One marathon down: Grullon sets sights on Chicago
Local runner Oddy Grullon has said she is "exhausted," but motivated after having completed the first of four marathons she will be running to raise funds for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Ryde-A-Thon raises $115,000 for Cayman Islands Crisis Centre
It was a monumental undertaking for organisers and participants, but more than worth the effort. Over 250 cyclists, runners and walkers took part in...
Power of the Purse presents keynote speaker Trish Kendall
The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre is holding its 7th Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon and fundraiser at The Ritz-Carlton on Friday, 17 June from noon to 3:30pm.
On your marks, get set, ride!
In case you hadn't heard, this weekend is a big one for athletes and the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
The third annual Ryde-A-Thon is set...
IMS hosts new charity golf event
International Management Services (IMS) held a hugely successful charity golf day, raising money for Meals on Wheels and Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
The Academy hosts mixed martial arts camp
Ronnie Hughes, founder of The Academy, located in Cannon Place, North Sound Road, has always been an advocate for teaching children and adults the...
Digicel Business raises $15,000 for Cayman Islands Crisis Centre
Digicel Business has raised $15,000 at its annual golf day, donating all proceeds to the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Crisis Centre rejects Bush-PACT money
The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre has rejected any monetary contribution from West Bay West MP McKeeva Bush who was convicted of assaulting a woman last year.
‘A Walk In Her Shoes’ returns to Camana Bay
It’s not often that an event to raise awareness about a serious subject can also be great fun, but ‘A Walk In Her Shoes’ ticks both boxes.
The Crisis Centre 6th Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon
On March 26, 2021, five hundred members of the Cayman Islands community gathered in the Ritz-Carlton Ballroom to hear the empowering and inspiring message of internationally sought-after inspirational keynote speaker, Liz Murray at the 6th Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon hosted by the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Power of the Purse Luncheon celebrates women
The Power of the Purse Luncheon - a much-anticipated yearly event - had to be cancelled last year, like so many others, due to...
Crisis Centre staff get self-defence training from police
The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service is giving staff and volunteers of the Crisis Centre some training in self-defence and personal safety awareness.
Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell Walk (& Run)
One of the most social events of the season is nearly upon us: The Jingle Bell Walk/Run is scheduled to take to the road...
Firemen raise over $5K in inaugural walk
With helmets in hands, Cayman's firemen pounded the pavement Monday to raise funds for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Firemen to hold 5K fundraiser for Crisis Centre
Local firemen will don their fire equipment for a 5-kilometre trek through George Town this Monday to raise funds for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Crisis Centre hosts ‘Get Up Stand Up’ gala
The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre will be hosting a reggae-styled gala on Thursday at Ristorante Pappagallo under the theme ‘Get Up Stand Up (Against...
Spotlight on male domestic abuse
Jason (not his real name) never considered himself a victim of domestic abuse, but after years of being systematically berated and belittled, he knew it was time to get help.
A Walk in Her Shoes hits the road for the fifth time
How many times have women wanted men to see what it is like, trying to walk in heels?
This Thursday, at 5pm, they can scratch that itch by heading to Market Street in Camana Bay to watch the fifth annual A Walk in Her Shoes event.
‘She is supported’ protest planned
Protesters are set to hold a demonstration outside the Government Administration Building on Friday, 28 Feb., to show their support for the woman assaulted in an incident allegedly involving Speaker of the House McKeeva Bush last weekend.
Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell Run
Join the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre (CICC) as it kicks off the festive season with the annual Jingle Bell 5K/10K Walk/Run on Sunday at...
Immigration abuse an emerging domestic-violence trend
Immigration abuse has emerged as a growing trend in the Cayman Islands, according to local domestic-violence support groups.
Spotlight on domestic violence
Local advocacy groups are set to mark 16 days of activism against gender-based violence this month to shine the light on domestic abuse. Last year Cayman recorded over 2,200 domestic-violence cases and the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service said they expect that number to be surpassed by the end of the year as they have already registered 1,900 cases through August.
Ending the cycle of abuse
The Cayman Compass shines the spotlight on domestic violence in the Cayman Islands. In this feature peice one domestic violence recounts her experiences before she broke the cycle of abuse.
Silent Witness March shines spotlight on domestic violence
More than 100 people took to the streets of George Town, carrying silhouettes of victims for domestic violence in their hands and a message of justice as they participated in the annual Silent Witness March.
New partnership: Alliance to End Domestic Violence launched
A new multi-agency partnership, the Alliance to End Domestic Violence, was formally launched Tuesday night. It comprises of seven government and non-profit agencies, including the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre, the RCIPS and the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).
BPW Silent Witness march to mark 19th anniversary
As the Business and Professional Women’s Club of Grand Cayman gets set to mark its 19th Silent Witness March, it is urging everyone to...
Cayman loses community advocate Bev Banks
The story of Beverly Adma Banks’s life was one of love – love for her community and her fellow man. An advocate for women, the disadvantaged and the sick, Banks touched and changed many lives in Cayman and across the Caribbean.
Three charities spotlighted for Deputy Governor’s 5K
Three Cayman charities focussed on social needs within the community were announced Thursday as the beneficiaries of this year’s Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge.
Domestic abuse reports quadruple
Reports of domestic violence in the Cayman Islands have quadrupled in the past five years. Police believe the alarming statistic does not indicate an increase in abusive behaviour, but rather shows the extent of a problem that has been going on behind closed doors for decades.
‘Power of the Purse’ raises $50,000 for Crisis Centre
Scotiabank Cayman Islands handed over CI$50,000 to the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre, representing funds raised from the 5th Annual Power of the Purse fundraiser held on March 22 at The Ritz-Carlton.
Tea party for Crisis Centre
The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre is joining forces with the Mothers’ Union to help raise funds for the centre’s domestic violence shelter.
Appleby selects beneficiaries at charity day
Appleby (Cayman) Ltd. announced seven organisations that were selected as beneficiaries at the firm’s 2019 Charity Day.
Journalist shares story of strength and survival
Ten years ago, Canadian journalist Amanda Lindhout was abducted and held captive by insurgents in Somalia for 460 days in an effort to extort ransom money.
100+ Women Who Care donate $12.5K to Jasmine
The Cayman Islands chapter of 100+ Women Who Care selected Jasmine (formerly Cayman HospiceCare) to receive the group’s collective donation of more than $12,500 at its March meeting.
Barefoot Beach Gala to benefit women’s program
The Cayman Islands chapter of 100 Women in Finance is set to host its sixth annual Barefoot Beach Gala on Saturday, March 23, at Royal Palms.
Teens learn the best self-defense is avoidance
For many of the teens served by the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre, violence and abuse at home, often fueled by drugs and alcohol, have long been their norm.
Guys in heels strut their stuff for charity
Scores of men strutted their stuff for charity on Friday, donning high heels to parade through Camana Bay for the annual “A Walk in Her Shoes” fundraiser for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Walk in Her Shoes: Men step out to raise funds for Crisis Centre
One of the most entertaining evenings you can spend in Cayman is at Camana Bay for the “A Walk in Her Shoes” annual event.
Husband jailed for domestic violence
There was a time when wife-beating was rarely spoken of, rarely reported and rarely punished, but spouses and domestic partners are entitled to protection from violence just as strangers are, Magistrate Valdis Foldats said in a recent sentencing hearing.
CML and Nova make Christmas donations to Cayman charities
Instead of giving Christmas gifts to clients, recruitment agencies CML and Nova this year decided to donate money to charity.
HighWater raises $18,000 for Crisis Centre
Hedge fund governance service provider HighWater hosted its annual Champagne brunch at Abacus on Dec. 8 to raise money for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Crisis Centre unveils new helpline for kids
Cayman kids who need an ear for their troubles have a new place to go.
Registration opens for Jingle Bell Run
The annual Jingle Bell 5K and 10K Walk/Run, which raises funds for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre, will be held on Sunday, Dec. 9, and organizers say registration for the event is now open.
Crisis Centre teen lounge hosts open day
The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre’s TAYA Lounge will host an open house Wednesday, Sept. 12, to let the public know more about what services it offers.
CIIPA charity to support Special Olympics
The Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants is inviting the community to walk or run for Special Olympics Cayman Islands.
Crisis Centre: Domestic abuse rises during World Cup
The Cayman Islands Crisis Centre is running a public awareness campaign during this year’s World Cup period to promote its shelter for women, men and children who suffer domestic abuse.
EDITORIAL – ‘Raise the Roof’ to help stop domestic abuse
The Crisis Centre is composed of stalwart advocates for a vulnerable population that finds it difficult, or unsafe, to speak out publicly about their experiences.
Kelsey Grammer gets serious for a cause
Kelsey Grammer is mostly known for his work as a comic actor. But Thursday night, he moved a crowd of about 300 people at the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort with a tale of sadness.
New Frank E. Flowers project leans on local acting talent
When movie director Frank E. Flowers returned to the Cayman Islands to shoot his latest project, he had one small problem – where to find a decent mermaid.
‘Frasier’ star Kelsey Grammer guest speaker at charity dinner
The five-time Emmy Award-winning star of “Frasier” is coming to Cayman. Kelsey Grammer will be the celebrity guest speaker at the annual charity dinner at the Flowers Sea Swim to raise funds for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Be a hero for the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre
Organizer Ronnie Hughes of The Cayman Martial Arts Academy is once again hosting a special screening at Camana Bay Cinema, sponsored by Dart, with all proceeds going to the Centre.
Nail salon donates to Crisis Centre
Polished nail salon recently raised $600 in support of the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre through a campaign to help support women.
Women open their purses and show their power
More than 500 women, along with a few men, packed into a ballroom at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, Friday afternoon for the annual Power of the Purse, a Scotiabank-sponsored fundraiser that benefits the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre women’s shelter.
Cayman’s men take a ‘Walk in Her Shoes’
Cayman’s men showed off their gams and sashayed through Camana Bay Thursday for International Women’s Day.
Empowerment through ‘Power of the Purse’
In 2015, Scotiabank’s Power of the Purse luncheon was born. The idea was to have an inspirational female guest speaker and fill the ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman with women looking to make a difference.
‘Walk in Her Shoes’: Men prepare to take to the Market Street runway in...
Cayman’s annual Walk in Her Shoes event takes place at Camana Bay on Thursday, March 8, hosted by the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre, and people cannot wait to go out and watch it.
Join in the jolly Jingle Bell Run
Grab your Santa hat, your running shoes and your kids; it is time once again for the annual Jingle Bell Walk/Run!
In Focus: Toga-clad Crisis Centre supporters fill Ristorante Pappagallo
Clad in togas and tuxedos, supporters of the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre gathered at Ristorante Pappagallo restaurant in West Bay Saturday night for the “Opa! My Big Fat Greek Gala!” fundraiser.
Time to don your toga
Feast and celebrate like a god on Sept. 16 at the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre’s Opa! My Big Fat Greek Gala fundraising dinner and auction at Ristorante Pappagallo. This event’s theme looks to Ancient Greece for inspiration and will feature food, cocktails, dancing and entertainment inspired by glorious Greek culture.
A brush with the law
As one of Cayman’s most senior police officers, Robbie Graham is responsible for helping keep the streets safe. But once he is off duty, the chief superintendent changes out of his uniform and dons his overalls to play a very different role.
Jamaica Day funds donated to crisis center
The Jamaican Consulate shared money from its Aug. 6 Independence Day celebration with the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
150 run to support Crisis Centre
More than 180 runners and walkers participated in a 5K/10K run Saturday morning to support the Cayman Islands Crisis Centre.
Lobster Pot raises funds for Crisis Centre
The Lobster Pot Dive Center took divers on a three-tank excursion on board its boat Larry earlier this month as part of the annual PADI Women’s Day Dive.
‘Glass Castle’ author tells story of transformation
Award-winning author Jeannette Walls shared a story of optimism and triumph at the third annual Power of the Purse fundraising luncheon on March 24, organized and sponsored by Scotiabank. Before a full ballroom at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, Ms. Walls told a tale of transformation from an often difficult childhood to an internationally acclaimed writing career.
Author encourages women to embrace their differences
New York Times best-selling author Jeannette Walls brought a message of resilience and hope to Grand Cayman during Friday’s third annual “Power of the Purse” fundraiser. Ms. Walls appealed to the common humanity of the audience, encouraging women to embrace their stories.
