By R.D.

The Eternal Struggle of Inefficiency, Politics, Complication, Implicit Bias, and Bureaucracy.

While the medical profession strives to treat all patients equally, healthcare inequalities and disparities persist. Some of these disparities and social disadvantages can be traced back to colonial rule along these Caribbean shores.

According to the expert, a significant portion of the global population, approximately 2.4 billion people, currently lack access to basic healthcare facilities.

Whose responsibility is it to ensure the well-being of individuals: elected officials or the private sectors that dominate this industry, particularly in impoverished and developing countries?

Witnessing the medical tragedy firsthand.

Our family’s tragedy serves as a poignant reminder of the systemic flaws within this lovely island’s medical practice or system.

While the coastlines, beaches, sunsets, and friendly smiles are undeniably enchanting, falling ill can be a challenging ordeal, particularly for those who are impoverished and lack necessary medical care or support.

There are highly skilled doctors available in Jamaica and throughout the Caribbean. Their contribution has played a crucial role in upholding the standard of life on these islands.

Being a doctor, or a leader in the medical field comes with significant authority, trust, responsibility, and accountability. They are highly respected, even more so than armed police officers, local judges, pastors, or politicians.

Moreover, even though some of their patients are unable to read what they wrote regarding their medical condition, their signature of recommendation or prescription is always respected.

Even with all their knowledge, achievements, and immense power, understanding the complex workings of the nation’s healthcare system can still be a challenging task, especially for those who are less fortunate or lack connections.

Again, this is not an indictment of the entire system, but it does have some serious problems that need to be addressed.

Bidding farewell to Johnny, his story, and the medical failure

You may encounter them while walking down the streets, under a bridge, an abandoned home, or within these communities. They are often overlooked, forgotten, and left to fend for themselves. But they are someone’s dad, brother, cousin, or uncle.

Despite his mental health issues, he was able to care for himself, function properly, and pose no threat to the community.

It was heartwarming to see the love and affection they had for him during his funeral, knowing how deeply they loved for him while he was alive. As everyone gathered at the repast, the moment had come for my final farewell.

I came back to bid farewell to his 81-year-old mother while the hired vehicle patiently waited. Deep down, I was aware that no matter what I said, the chances of me making the journey to this part of town to support her and provide her with extra strength in person after her son’s funeral were slim.

There was a profound sadness in her eyes as she gazed at me, and her hands clung to mine with a firm grasp, as if she had a final message to share or a reason for me to stay.

I waited an extra minute before entering a small back room, approaching another family member, and questioning as to what caused Johnny’s horrible demise.

I returned and sat in a little hallway, watching folks pass in and out with a lot of unanswered questions. Should this be another funeral and we go on? I wondered.

During our summer and winter breaks, I couldn’t help but admire how he looked after us. He had a way of showing love, care, and instilling important values in everyone he met.

Unfortunately, his mental health struggles eventually overshadowed who he was.

How could someone just toss aside those valuable life lessons? “What on earth would he have done?” I asked.

I have been trained in a field which emphasize the importance of providing an explanation or seeking closure before burying a civil servant or a family member.

My brief trip unexpectedly transformed into a five-day journey, but it was undeniably worthwhile as I unraveled the complexities of the medical system and sought the truth or evidence.

Now, what happened to Johnny?

At first, what were the documented concerns?

“Did he vomit before arriving?” Question asked.

How did he arrive at the facility, and can we have a breakdown of the thousands of dollars spent?

May I inquire if there were any records or follow-up care provided when he was admitted for the first time and subsequently discharged?

Were there any follow-up visits or calls to verify if the most recent medication was effective?

The prescription and issuance of medication at the medical center should ideally be accompanied by a receipt indicating the amount paid and type of medication.

Who attended to him? Or was it because of his mental illness that no one bothered to notify or call to ensure that it was administered correctly?

How can you obtain a copy of the prescription medication? This became like a strange language.

Johnny was familiar with the doctor and the local medical center, despite not being known by them.

The initial interaction with an intake or evaluation staff at these community medical health centers is of utmost importance. The decision made by these intake units could have life-saving consequences.

Many patients’ lives are greatly affected by classism, poverty, and inequality, which diminishes their value to mere monetary worth.

Unfortunately, like many other places, it seems a person’s social or economic status dictates their value in today’s society.

Despite perhaps unclean appearance and potential need for hygiene, it is important to consider the urgency of someone seeking help before dismissing them based on surface-level judgments.

The game of guessing!

Decision fatigue cannot appropriately deal with the thousands of dollars spent on recommended tests, medicines, and additional tests from the previous test, to test the outcome of the prior test, all funded by funds from hard-working family members abroad, some of whom are on fixed income.

This is one of the reasons why many families have fallen into financial catastrophe and yet have no solution.

When you obtain the results, please notify the family?

Although our society cannot blame all losses on poor care, this “inexplicable death” embodies a familiar model of suspicion” that has caused financial, emotional, and psychological anguish for many families.

Where is his doctor when to ask follow-up questions and verify his medical records? Who takes his or her place at this medical facility if he or she is out of the country on vacation?

The exact cause of Johnny’s death remains a mystery; however, the family must either embrace or reconcile the information provided in the official death certificate.

It is truly appalling that the family was contacted after his passing to inquire about symptoms, possibly in an attempt to justify the information that should be recorded on the death certificate.

The Office of the Medical Examiner is responsible for identifying the cause and manner of death. How could they have come to this decision if he hadn’t been treated for cancer and had no prior diagnosis, despite years of evaluation by medical professionals?

What were the reasons he was admitted for several days, given fluids, paid for testing, and thanked you for his care?

Do you happen to have a copy of the cancer medication that your team has kept? Additionally, were any recommendations given regarding a treatment plan.

We are still waiting for a response.

If they released him alone on the street, where are the documents of his treatment plan, or what caused his discharge if he returned to the center in a few days for the same medical issue?

Was he prescribed appropriate pain relievers, or is it based on his ability to pay, or did they confiscate the money we sent him and give him whatever was available that day?

“Speak up, ask questions, and demand an answer if you become ill.”

Despite the lack of documentation, our relentless quest for the truth left us with even more questions after each visits to different medical facilities he visited.

I am not a doctor and do not play one on television. I continue to respect and admire their work, but I am aware that preventive medicine and the medical system, particularly in low-income rural counties, could benefit from an update, improved accountability, and increased access for the poor.

It was quite frustrating to find that no one was willing to provide any information regarding the date and specific type of prescription given.

An effectively qualified employee, such as a caring intake staff member at a local hospital or a knowledgeable pharmacist distributing prescription drugs, can help save lives.

Research indicates that administering a controlled chemical to patients despite concerns, and neglecting to provide counseling, can significantly elevate the likelihood of overdose and mortality.

Through my professional experience, I have witnessed the detrimental consequences that can arise from the overuse and misuse of medication in the absence of assistance or awareness.

As I delve deeper into the inquiry into his cause of death, I questioned the lack of monitoring for prescribed medications. It makes me wonder if pharmaceutical companies influence the use of their drugs through financial incentives, and if there are any safeguards in place to prevent misuse.

From my conversations with a few patients, it seems like providing a sick patient with a personal doctor’s letter often leads to additional financial strain without effectively addressing the patient’s needs.

Let’s return to the probe into Johnny’s death.

The delicate balance between integrity, moral responsibility, and ethical concerns

Due to the limited number of pathologists available to serve multiple parishes in a country with a population of approximately three and a half million people, the bureaucratic backlog continued to persist.

It seems that the delay in burial may be connected to the backlog, as the family had to wait for quite some time before being notified to make arrangements for the burial.

Given that many families cannot afford even the most basic medicines or burial costs, how can one seek an answer when a loved one dies and there are issues about the death or how the reports or cause of death are being handled?

Discussing the treatment plan and potential medical outcomes with the patient and family can foster trust, comfort, and fairness in the system, even if the desired results are not achieved.

It is crucial for local doctors, medical examiners, and the coroner’s local offices to reach a consensus on the exact cause of death. Their primary focus should be providing families with independent answers, rather than being preoccupied with fees.

An autopsy is crucial as it may reveal vital clinical findings that can help safeguard the family’s future well-being.

If there is uncertainty surrounding the cause of death, it is considered acceptable to use terms such as “unknown,” “undetermined,” “awaiting further examination,” or “probable.” It does not affect one’s professional reputation.

Although it may not offer solace to loved ones, it does shed light on the moral expectations placed upon individuals in disadvantaged circumstances.

This premature death reflects a gap in access to better health care between the haves and have-nots, as well as a lack of critical accountability in some sectors where patients should come first.

Growing implicit bias toward poor patients and lack of empathy.

Indeed, donating blood is crucial. I fully grasped the importance of maintaining a balanced reserve for the benefit of others. While the argument is sound, it promotes a tit-for-tat mentality, leaving those without a support system at a disadvantage when it comes to their social welfare.

Nevertheless, it is crucial to establish certain regulations in the medical field to ensure resources are available for others especially the poor.

What would Johnny’s file have revealed if they had access to his medical records?

Did they only see his mental illness, which was frequently labeled [insane- or mad man], and use that to determine the level of attention?

Did anyone know he used to be a public servant, a dedicated police officer?

Individuals, regardless of location, community, or status, must be able to get the information and support they need for their medical care. Absolutely no one should be greeted with silence when they seek assistance.

Given his status, it appeared that one had to die for a bed to become accessible; or perhaps because he arrived alone when the pain was unbearable without bedding supplies, as many argued, it is more useful to have your own and keep it under close supervision.

What happened to the bedding and additional items he brought to the facility when he was admitted?

They had previously turned him away several times, and it appeared as if the medical center had already admitted patients who had arrived earlier and had reached bed space capacity, so please wait on God.

I imagine he must have felt like a veteran who left to serve his country in a war and returned alone to find himself homeless on a city street.

Without a family member or an advocate, you are on your own.

Is there such a thing as a “Patient’s Bill of Rights” or even a “Nurse’s Bill of Rights?”

The community expects local medical practitioners to adhere to high standards and hold one another accountable, as many medical experts advocate, regardless of socioeconomic status.

These centers vary greatly, and they face additional challenges due to a depressing lack of essential resources and inadequately qualified personnel.

For those who cannot afford to pay in advance, death may be the only option to alleviate their suffering.

It is a harsh reality that every minute, lives are lost all around the world due to various causes such as medical conditions, accidents, violence, and other unforeseen circumstances.

Nevertheless, it is expected that individuals receiving medical care will be guided by healthcare professionals to effectively and compassionately manage their situation.

It’s absolutely mind-boggling how some of these local emergency rooms and medical centers seem to have turned into death traps.

Seriously, it’s like they’re competing for the highest mortality rate!

Once again, we find ourselves in a situation where resources are scarce and the system seems to have a knack for making the downtrodden settle for whatever little care is available, even in emergencies. It’s almost as if their lives are worth absolutely nothing!

The reality on these medical systems:

Johnny’s situation is not unique to these communities, nor is it an isolated incident. The more questions about his treatment that were asked, the fewer answers that were given.

The absence of ethical standards in medicine is causing the loss of lives, while the silence surrounding the issue allows thousands of dollars in medical debt to serve as the only evidence of care.

Imagine accompanying a loved one on a long journey, traveling through the hillsides and lovely plains for hours with anxiety or returning at dawn frightened that a loved one may experience severe pain overnight  to be led to a morgue and no answer.

The extra misery, the hospital clock buzzed, the end of family visiting hours, and they unwillingly bid their farewells, unable to provide any overnight support; knowing that resources are limited,  who knows what care will be provided overnight.

Nobody knows if an overworked staff on duty for that midnight shift had time for someone who might need oxygen, clear their vomit to help them breathe, or administer pain medication..

Heartbreaking news has emerged of people sadly dying while awaiting critical surgery, which is not new.

Medical pathologists must strike a delicate balance.

Doctors, just like anyone else, have their fair share of financial obligations. It’s no surprise that in any medical system, both public hospitals and private networks have to invest in purchasing MRI equipment and ensuring it stays up to date.

The imaging system is a crucial element in modern medicine, providing X-rays, ultrasound, and CT scans to capture important details.

When does honesty and integrity balance in ensuring additional requests for tests are not based solely on the dollar amount, but rather on the hope of saving lives?

Johnny’s test result, like the others, remains inconclusive despite multiple tests, and even retesting the previous one yields no clear explanations or recommendations.

Is it liver, stomach, or kidney, cancer, water on the brain, wheezing, shortness of breath, excess mucus, and chest tightness, or diabetes, heath issues that has resulted in surgeries and, in some cases, fatal outcomes?

While many patients struggle to find answers and undergo various tests and surgeries, the ethical dilemma arises from the intersection of public health responsibility, private financial burden, and potential benefits, considering the hidden privatization linked to the public medical services and networks.

Furthermore, because of their power in these communities and minimal post-procedure monitoring, if no one is held accountable for negligence, as medical professionals have warned, it would only lead to further errors.

This just harms other fine doctors and nurses who are attempting to do the right thing despite inadequate resources.

Even today, it is unclear what medical standards effectively safeguard a family seeking appropriate answers to core questions of accountability.

The files of administrative bureaucracy

There’s still hope in the system! If you’re willing to pay upfront, you might just stumble upon some exceptional local private doctors who offer top-notch critical care in these communities.

The office is clearly struggling to keep up with the increasing and aging population, which highlights the urgent need for substantial resources to revamp the medical system.

Many patients have remained in a crowded area for an extended period of time.

Despite the fact that there are few official certificates on the back wall of personal achievements. One has to wonder where the “Board Certification” document is. …

This is frequently used to demonstrate that a physician has passed periodic exams to confirm proficiency in the field.

According to medical experts, this amounts to a violation of human rights, patient well-being, and social responsibility.

Johnny and many others may have left some of these offices on their own in order to avoid becoming another case where patients died before Emergency Management Services [EMS] arrived.

Building trust to reduce barriers in the local system.

Building trust within the community is absolutely essential. In impoverished communities, it’s unfortunate that some people delay seeing a local doctor and miss out on important tests for early detection.

This is often due to a lack of trust and negative experiences among their families and friends.

However, these interventions may have the potential to prevent diseases, lower medical risks, and extend life expectancy, but who get access and are they free to the poor?

Medical education, such as access, saves lives, and it begins in schools by changing some cultural ideas and stigma, which remain a social concern for some.

For example: Erectile dysfunction, chronic chest discomfort, or a peculiar mass on one’s body might necessitate the care of a trained doctor, not a homemade drink or alternative medication.

Who do you blame for some people’s way of thinking, especially in a system where no one seems to question authority or leaders, and where there is constant minimization to deflect?

The politics of the medical system, and it will get better after this election, and the next?

Unpacking Johnny’s route through the system and looking from the outside, it appears that political leaders submitted items before the blueprint  of total care, which served as talking points and picture opportunities until your family needed emergency medical attention.

Many individuals heard promises to enhance their health care during election campaigns, but nothing has changed since; especially for the underpriveliage.

What if some of those leaders invested in more local family practitioners, internists, and pediatricians, or established a path to becoming a physician?

These specialized treatments and preventive screenings save lives and reduce the need for expensive emergency room visits and hospitalizations.

Why would they seek special treatment abroad in countries such as the United States, Canada, or England for surgery when they have health problems locally, and where some wealthy individuals have died if they trusted their local medical system?

Many wealthy countries, including the United States, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom, experience high wait times for care, similar to these less efficient and well-funded medical systems. However, the chances of someone dying on a bench for over 8 hours while waiting for a local doctor is slim.

We have another family member who died of cancer after seeing the same doctor for 40 years and having excellent medical insurance, and while we do not question the cause of death, each family will wonder what else they could have done, but the lack of knowledge about the cause of death, as well as neglect, would have been concerning.

What comes next and how to proceed.

A number of these medical students have undergone training both domestically and internationally. This will lead to a significant decline in essential services for the nation, and place a burden on the overall economy to address these pressing needs.

One nurse I spoke with mentioned the lackluster management and the less-than-ideal pay of the job.

It all starts with logical economic strategies to address the challenge of medical school debts, attract highly skilled doctors, and potentially improve compensation, as well as necessary upgrades, accountability, and even patient bills of rights.

Ensuring equal access to medical care for all, regardless of background or health, is just as crucial as it is for local social or sporting events.

Even though certain upgrades have been implemented, the idea of a highly efficient medical system can differ significantly from the real situation, posing substantial challenges in an era of rising economic disparity.

Accept it, eat, drink, get and dance because the alternative is unknown.

It seems like these communities have developed a certain resilience to these sensitive issues, likely because they lack the necessary resources, hope, advocates, or support. Unfortunately, this pattern has become all too familiar.

This beautiful land, always bound by heritage, culture, or genuine love, but no one would jeopardize it all because of the poor medical infrastructure, which has outpaced its effectiveness in the face of an aging population.

The Bittersweet Goodbye: It was tough, but we had to keep pushing ahead.

I’m hoping Johnny’s unexpected mission will serve as a voice for those who do not have one, as well as those who do but keep it quiet to save face.

We may never know what caused your death, but I have looked into the circumstances surrounding it and, as part of our obligation, have established a plausible cause of negligence to proceed.

Nonetheless, the extended stay and extra cash spent were motivated by a need for knowledge, accountability, and closure, rather than a desire to submit a claim based on the information gathered.

Your influence, motivation, compassion, and affection for humanity continue to resonate.

You took us to the beach during our summer vacations, winter holidays, and memorable block parties, street vendor meals, but most importantly, your strong principles and commitment to the law left a lasting impact.

We did not come seeking a terrible story or to express an opinion. This situation analysis aims to remedy a major flaw that is commonly hidden behind the surface and a pleasant smile often in this medical system.

We will continue to speak up for the voiceless, so that this does not happen again to anyone, regardless of race, gender, color, or socioeconomic background.

By. R.D.

Please take special care with our returned and fragile package.

Former British Prime Minister David Cameron paid a visit to Jamaica shortly afterward. Before the courting and honeymoon time was ended, this visit was more of an inquest to mark a construction site. The pound symbol of excitement seemed to have obscured the package’s true purpose.

Since the initial £25 million offer, it appears that this matter has been relatively quiet, with little community input on what is best for the country.

Will the monetary reward for justice and long-term treatment of these offenders fade away like the paint on many local prisons that are in serious need of a renovation?

What happens when the plane or ship returns to the United Kingdom for a new set of numbers, and the criminal system there is in severe need of resources for those who have already arrived?

Many people hope that they don’t lump everyone together with those who haven’t breached the law by overstaying their tourist visas, raising a family, and then failing to keep track of their papers.

According to experts, if this had only been about lawbreakers and serious criminals, there would have been fewer questions and tensions.

Some have argued that low-level offenders and people without proper documentation are strategically included in this package.

This puts families under a lot of financial strain, but it also has a long-term psychological impact on their British-born children, other family members, and close friends.

Non-lawbreakers and others who have served their time and been rehabilitated, contributing to society with little, or no ties to these islands or elsewhere, it appears, are frequently overlooked in these discussions or scheduled flights.

However, for the purposes of this post, it is an attempt to view it from the eyes of those who have misbehaved and refused to conform, but the subtext is that, as many have stated, many people with little infractions will be thrown in with major flights.

The complexity of politics

This issue is raising serious doubts about the ability of these countries’ leaders to push back or negotiate long-term deals when necessary. However, a number of cases across the area, highlight the intricacies of justice, power, national security, corrections, and even the function of the attorney general.

Does Jamaica or other poor and developing countries have a say or a choice when these nations account for a large amount of their economic viability?

Who sits at these decision-making tables is as important as who is arriving and what happens next.

Good government measures are frequently overshadowed by a country’s image. To overcome what appears to be structured chaos centered on unilateral actions, these communities need leadership and decision-making that explains who, what, and why they are coming now.

How will relocating these prisoners or anyone caught up in both political and criminal codes, help Jamaica’s struggling economy and other places?

Many people believe that if a new administration takes office in Jamaica, the construction of a modern prison and the acceptance of potential deportees will be reconsidered.

The delicate dance

Regardless of one’s opinion on who should be in the container, or who will arrive without their consent. It has, however, opened numerous potential local doors.

There is the issue of job creation from a modern prison, and the way this package is being pitched appeals to many residents.

Unfortunately, several parts of the region have already struggled to address basic social needs, as well as public safety concerns and the nation’s overall progress in preparing the next generation of young people.

With high unemployment and a dwindling middle class, many local manufacturing businesses are closing, sold to foreign investors, or being taken over by imports, philanthropic contributions, and a failing educational system, which may have created a defining silence to what has been proposed.

While this structure may fill a void in the local economy, there is concern that it is simply another special operation to clean a house disguised under a variety of deviant headings.

The question of who benefits the most remains unanswered.

What is certain is that it will benefit only a few wealthy and well-connected people while disproportionately burdening Jamaica’s economy in the long run, much like a long prison sentence.

The proposed cellblocks appear to be a new form of cultural gentrification disguised as criminal outsourcing.

The Economics, Public Safety, or Just Dessert

Crime is always a national security issue for a country. And a country must strike a balance between public safety, fiscal responsibility, and humanity:

While these offenders must be held accountable, it is still up for debate where their sentences should end. Rather than profit, diversion, or unloading, this debate must be driven by critical analysis for long-term impact.

Despite widespread opposition, including racial, unethical, and political concerns, the British government may see this as a long-term cost-cutting and public-safety measure.

Sure, the UK elected leaders must do what is best for its people and its economic future some argue.

Many people believe it is obvious if people are being picked up off the street like trash, dismantling families, and according to recent reports, it is more than just offloading and lightening of the cellblocks.

The unwrapping of the economics:

Many people today believe decisions are made based on isolationist push, and political ideology, rather than broad socio-economic factors.

Another debate is raging: the UK is on track to become a minority-majority country soon, and with political ideology driving decision-making and limited resources, these communities will be more vulnerable.

Several organizations and activists contended that many of these very problematic flights are not non-solutions.

The United Kingdom has more private prisons than the rest of Europe combined, and some argue that corrections have abandoned rehabilitation and re-entry because it is far easier to expel these offenders.

Even though violence in the UK is still low in comparison to other high-crime countries, crime has become a significant issue, according to crime data.

Experts noted that homicides committed on purpose as a result of marital conflicts, interpersonal violence, violent fights over resources, inter-gang violence over turf or control, predatory violence, and murder by armed organizations are all on the rise.

High unemployment, particularly among people of color, a tight housing market, and government assistance, particularly for convicted felons, have all been points of contention.

This is similar to recognizing that if the majority of these immigrants who have built the nations from the early 1950s and thereafter return to their home country after retiring to receive their pension, the overall social system, particularly healthcare, and housing will be less burdened.

I’m not selecting sides again because personal responsibility, rehabilitation, mental health, and a release plan are equally as important as the cost of a long-term offender’s stay in a facility or where he or she was born before entering the criminal justice system.

The Reality:

The gumbo-soup deportation has affected mothers, fathers, husbands, children, and other family members who must now face economic hardships and psychological issues.

Many experts believe that these activities will inevitably result in the impoverishment of several families. These were the single providers, hardworking folks who committed a mistake for which they were held responsible.

Fortunately, these issues have resulted in the formation of support organizations, children telling their stories, wives, husbands, and families pushing back to ensure that individuals who have been wrongfully deported, as well as those who may be waiting on the runway or on a new list, receive some sort of justice.

Beyond the headlines, how did they get here?

Sure, no one can blame these struggling countries entirely for those who left but made no contribution to their adopted countries, and in some cases have created mayhem.

These systems frequently fail to reexamine their modernization processes, overlooking not just the complexities of how they reached this stage, but also the absence of resources that may have had a chance reversed the direction.

Again, we’re talking about long-term criminogenic issues here, but can you overlook the other people who are at low to no risk and swept up in this big tent?

The international community is surprised because many receiving countries have no control over the unloading, and possibly various economic checks offered have been cleared, as well as minimal accountability from authorities who stand to benefit from these decisions.

Herbert Volney, opinion writer: “The Silence of Trinidad and Tobago’s Judiciary.” He emphasized that all voices should be heard objectively, as well as the balance of power in government from the top down.

Again, a nation without rules and regulations cannot progress, and offenders must be held accountable; yet, would the same re-gift occur if crime rates among other ethnic groups rise?

Many reports have revealed the radicalization of other groups, as well as an increase in stabbings, bombs, and other public safety concerns.

The packing tapes that bind the barrels

Despite its negative colonial history, Britain has always provided aid to Jamaica and other Caribbean islands, though it has rarely been publicized.

On May 8, 1907, the New York Times reported that it had guaranteed a loan in the aftermath of a major earthquake in Jamaica. However, does its history gives some of today’s decisions a free ride?

These historic footprints were left by the British around 1655, and according to experts, after Spain ceded Jamaica to England in 1670 via the Treaty of Madrid, it is like a chain from slavery.

Families who emigrated to the United Kingdom, the nations profited from the once-open migration policy.

Today, should their offspring who failed to meet expectations, whether due to mental illness, poverty, a failing educational system, or violent criminals, continue to be a dumping ground, especially for families cut off from migration?

Inside the box: are they criminals, offenders, or scheduled deportees?

It’s difficult to argue that these blue water inmates won’t reduce recidivism and incarceration costs in the UK.

On the other side of the argument, you cannot maintain a successful nation where criminals continue to rage on and dismantle national trust. 

What is inside now that the tapes have been removed from the box? Will each flight contains both good and bad apples, some of which were lost in the new system, and will they be rehabilitated in areas where crime and poverty are worse than where these flights originated?

Before reuniting with their families, some migrants frequently miss several key diagnosis issues such as drugs and alcohol, anti-social behavior, and mental health issues.

What might a psychological, psychosexual, or substance addiction evaluation have revealed for some of these criminals before migration?

This is where I believe the majority of these places have failed to address these issues, and why critical assessment and a support team will be critical.

Leaders must strike a balance for reintegration, such as housing and employment, in order to reduce additional psychological burdens.

According to studies, many immigrants confront significant unemployment and isolation, as well as little academic skills and few struggles to adapt to a new way of life.

The label or lost connection:

Individually, these offenders may have varied situations; however, today’s deportees are not given sufficient assessments: Are these people thieves, rapists, child predators, murderers, drug dealers, or victims with psycho-emotional problems?

Reintegration is still difficult, and vital medical treatment for this population is typically underfunded. Few people complained about being singled out.

They claim that deportees commit the majority of crimes in the Caribbean today and that even if a criminal never left the country, they are held responsible. Few people complained about being singled out.

Many deportees are killed or assaulted, and some have reported receiving little or no justice as a result of the stigma that they are all criminals who would be marginalized and receive little or no support.

A different package: A delicate balance

Another form of payment that Jamaica and other former British subjects in the region could use is “reparation?”

Former Prime Minister David Cameron, like many others before him, avoided the question.

For decades, writers, reformers, and advocates believed that reparation would promote greater democracy, economic development, better civil society, and overall people’s health, thereby ensuring prosperity.

Quietly, not all Caribbean people support compensation for descendants of formerly enslaved people: some still see themselves as the ruling class, while others struggle to present a road map for whether and how reparation could help the nation.

These in-fights and struggles further highlight that if reparation were to be awarded, who will benefit? Few scholars still see corruption as a major part of poverty in the region, and a new prison is not an economic formula to lift Jamaica and elsewhere out of poverty.

Today, government success is measured not by lowering the unemployment rate, increasing the GDP, or graduating more college students, but by keeping the death rate below 1,000, a few have reported.

These agreements should be made public, but as previously stated, there may not be many local leaders can do if the check has already been cleared, and access to aid may be part of the package.

They should place a greater emphasis on preparing the island’s youth for a brighter future, reducing the desire to migrate to the UK and other places for survival.

The separating stamp, which can be easily linked back on:

Numerous economic uncertainties could complicate this package now that Brexit is a reality and the United Kingdom is leaving the European Union.

It may not be a large shipment, but rather small amounts to see what else can be shipped or unloaded as the country regains its economic footing, or national identity, as some have argued.

Regardless of political silence, the location of the prison, who will supply beds, clothing, and food, and who will benefit from the prison should be made public if implemented.

For Jamaica and generally poor and developing nations balancing capitalism, race, and culture, pockets of barbaric ideologies appear to be a steel gate.

Public safety seems to be a deferred sentence in which people conform simply because they believe they are being watched until the light goes out.

Without comparing to many other countries that struggle with mass killings due to easy access to guns, drugs, and poverty, such delivery may be more problematic for those who have issues but are not criminals and may become one as a result of separations from their families.

The oncoming traffic

While the sending leaders may appear to be riding in different vehicles, in the long run, most will be traveling in the same direction, and collaboration, accountability, and fairness will be critical,

Only you know the impact of each case, even if some are unique. Hold your leaders accountable, and request a copy of the notes that led to the final decisions.

BY R.D.

While most people were busy with jobs, family, and other responsibilities.

There were plenty of issues in the media. The Confederate Flag ignited a heated controversy, with strong views on its significance. Should the flag remain raised or be lowered after a white supremacist kid massacred nine black people at an evening church prayer service.

They were at a prayer meeting at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in South Carolina, where he hoped for a race war. Established in 1816, this was the first independent black denomination in the United States.

The news cycle has been quite captivating as I continue to read. An issue that stirred controversy arose when a few evangelical preachers took to the pulpit to voice their opposition to a court decisions on marriage equality.

There were also bets on Usain Bolt, the Jamaican sprinter, and his expected pace this year.

The Break-in these News Feeds

As we journey through society, tackling issues such as discrimination, crime, justice, economic mobility, poverty, and impactful stories that could shape our nation or community, we continue to forge ahead. Despite the current events, these issues tend to diminish over time, and we continue on.

Perhaps there will be another incident involving firearms. It seems like policies that could have an impact on preventing weapons from falling into the wrong hands are still pending, waiting for the next target to come into focus.

But the most memorable news item for me came from a four-minute film. 

After reading this opinion, similar events are likely to occur in our society.It will continue to return if it is not addressed.

Her story is one of many, and it is a silent crisis.

Yes, sexual assault is a very serious crime that can have both short-term and long-term effects on victims and those who love and care for them.

This isn’t just a problem in Jamaica, though. It’s a problem all over the world, as many experts say.

Although the perpetrator might face consequences, this situation will likely impact her emotional and mental well-being for some time to come.

Her desire to regain her self-confidence, resilience, and beauty is hampered by ongoing emotional pain, as many experts have noted.

Many communities, in my opinion, are powerless to stop these crimes because they are afraid and lack the funds or resources to do so.

Even more difficult are individuals who are targeted and abused because of their sexual orientation, as well as some’s re-victimization attitude, as if they deserved it.

In our society, discussions about these cases frequently begin with an interrogation of the victim.

“She could have escaped the situation or nothing bad could have happened to her.”

She was too easygoing and wore provocative clothing.

What was the source of her abuse? ….. Why didn’t she just leave?
But no one ever asked him why he chose her from home school, church, or in the community to engage in that behavior.

While this is a global perspective, it is a local mindset.

Local headlines continue to emerge, and I’ve lost count of the number of new incidents on these shores and overseas in which a beloved daughter, cousin, niece, aunt, or sister is kidnapped, abused, and murdered while families wait for answers in vain.

They are now in a file or closed because the chances of solving these crimes are getting less and less likely with each passing day.

Even if Boko Haram has not marched into a classroom or church in the Caribbean or elsewhere, kidnapped 200 or more girls and boys for whatever philosophy or sexual beliefs they have, and escaped to the bush or hills, if your local community loses a student, boy or girl, or an average citizen to this heinous act, one a day, it adds up.

Many academics and advocates agree that this isn’t simply a Nigerian issue. Boys and girls will be taken away from their families frequently, and it is a global concern.

For many families, the suffering continues.

Furthermore, how many young women in your community between the ages of 12 and 17 dropped out of high school because they became pregnant, and even if the sex offender was incarcerated, some are still out on the streets on bail engaging in the same activities?

Additionally, how many students and adults have been reported missing, abused, or murdered, with their cases remaining unsolved?

A large number of predatory individuals who prey on children without their consent, such as serial pedophiles, pimps, and sexual predators, go unpunished.

These concerns, according to many experts, entail further anguish and re-victimization for the family that is still seeking closure.

Occasionally, a member of the family knows the truth or the person who did it. Many people stay quiet or defend the person who did it out of fear of vigilante justice or financial difficulties to get support.

It is not an answer if someone says she or he asked for it. Arguing about who “should have” and “might have” is not a strategy. They are victims, and these communities must be able to assist them without making them feel bad about themselves.

Mind control to obtain access to their victims

There are numerous traffickers who will befriend your family, gain their trust, and promise a better life, only to sell your children into slavery and early marriage.

Victims’ economic, homelessness, drug and/or alcohol misuse, family strife, or runaways will be exploited by the perpetrators.

These individuals usually prey on both local and international students, in addition to any other susceptible individuals.

Sexual predators will offer to pay for school supplies, candies, dinners, a shopping spree, or give you a ride in a fancy car to lure you into their sex games.

They may live above your flat, share your boundary, and appear to be a pleasant neighbor. 

These serial predators are charismatic; they pray to your children and will convince and argue that they are unloved; your father despises you, which is why he is trying to molest you; and your mother permitted it to happen. Additionally, they will visit foster homes and offer gifts.

Additionally, a family member, guardian, or even an official who is sworn to protect you may have acquired your trust and misused their authority.

Unfortunately, many pedophiles, serial predators, and pimps roaming the streets grooming your sons and daughters to satisfy their behavior often go undetected.

What’s troubling is that some sexual predators target victims solely for sexual fantasies and do not always proceed to exploit the victim on a much greater scale.

Occasionally, it may be a kind of vengeance for unresolved previous trauma. In some instances, they may be suffering from a mental illness or it may simply be pedophilia, or it may be a member of a gang that utilizes this act of violence against any defenseless individual.

A mentally ill sexual assault predator will go to considerable measures to satisfy his or her deep and sexually stimulating desires. Occasionally, the sexual act is secondary to the enjoyment gained from inflicting agony on a victim.

Frequently, the data is not included in high-profile stories.

These fleeing victims frequently don’t have a voice and need a place where they can open out about their experiences without fear of being stigmatized.

Only 1% of these cases are prosecuted, according to the findings of recent studies.

There is someone who goes away every 90 seconds in most parts of the world, according to data. In fact, experts say that boys are also victims of sexual abuse and exploitation, but at a much slower rate than girls.

Each year, three million people travel to have sex with children. Certain individuals do not conduct the sex act but rather take advantage of the victim’s financial situation and the potential to sell them like illegal substances such as narcotics, or what experts call contemporary slavery.

The often-untold truth

This is not meant to be a criticism of anyone’s system or nation, but rather to draw attention to the need to devote more time and resources to disrupting these operations.

There are still a lot of people who are being trafficked and exploited for sex all over Asia and even Western Europe, like Bulgaria.

Additional UN assessments stated that a portion of Africa has developed into a big issue in recent years, and numerous reports indicate an increase in the number of missing children, whether kidnapped or sold in this sector.

Countries such as Cameroon, Senegal, Chad, Kenya, Malawi, and other Central African countries were mentioned by experts. Over 40% of adolescent females who are trafficked are compelled to marry, according to these reports.

Nearer than you believe

Additionally, it is global, and numerous regions around the Caribbean and Latin America, particularly the Southern region, have become exotic destinations for illicit purposes involving sex trafficking subterranean international tourism, both imported and exported.

Experts noted that areas with a high concentration of missing young girls and sexual assaults will have a high concentration of sexual predators grooming for human trafficking and other local exploitation.
 

In an earlier opinion piece about a young woman who was murdered in Jamaica (See data on missing children every year).

Today’s data may differ from the date that the opinion was published, and for more up-to-date information, you must visit the countries’ national registers separately.

This is not limited to poor and developing countries. It is, however, a pandemic.

Profits, risks, and struggles

Many criminologists consider sexual exploitation to be a lucrative organized crime enterprise with low stakes and high-profit margins.

Migration from Latin America to the Caribbean is estimated by the International Organization for Migration to be worth $516 billion a year.

Fear and anxiety are common in families who don’t know what happened to their loved ones, experts say. It can be hard to break down possible networks in these kinds of cases.

When these young women hear the words “Stitches get stitches,” they are frequently fearful of speaking up.

“To put it simply, if they speak up, they will be harmed.”

However, there have been arrests in numerous locations, but according to some experts, much more needs to be done, and cooperation with other nations will be critical in dismantling this network.

According to reports from the BBC, an organized crime ring in Oxford was busted at the same time as 37 people were detained for the sex trafficking of underage girls.

Keeping the risk to the community to a bare minimum.

For offenders, this encompasses everything from sanctions to counseling, from psychosexual diagnosis to public risk assessment. Victim protection and assistance are also included.

Keeping the victims’ identities secret is essential. In some poor and developed countries, new technology and training have made it easier to reduce risk and close cases, but many still lack the necessary resources.

Despite the fact that these sex offenders will not be able to age out of society, the community can lessen the threat to public safety by providing effective treatment and constant supervision.

There is a delicate balance to be struck between vigilante justice and the need for therapy and a return to employment in order to have a respectable life.

Disparities between rich and poor, as well as a lack of resources, make prosecution difficult in many poor and developing countries, notwithstanding national and international laws against this practice.

Deterrence tools are critical for preventing visitors from exploiting an open-door policy that allows teenagers to explore their hotel rooms and be traded as if they were a commodity on the stock exchange.

This is a complicated subject that frequently blurs the line between rape and consent, and it cannot be addressed in silence or by re-victimization when survivors come forward to share their stories.

Efforts to fight these challenges rely heavily on collaboration and information sharing among professionals who represent these victims.

There’s no way to fix this problem by hiding in the shadows.

Individuals cannot be segregated on the basis of cultural characteristics, where they live, shame, or an image woven into taboo must be discredited or with strict laws and swift sanctions.

Accountability I believe that the unwanted calling, groping, unpleasant environment, and objectification of these adolescent kids send a strong message.

These young people, especially those in high school and college; even while they work. These communities, from the next-door neighbor’s house to the pulpit, have to report any suspicious activity that they see or hear about.

Identify that you have a systematic issue and put in place measures to aid these horrific sex criminals who prey on your sons and daughters and other children.

The question I have is whether or not there is an Anosognosia condition in the world today.

To keep students and the general public safe, there should be laws against using 100% black tinted car windows, as well as pick-up and drop-off zones that include public areas for students and well-lit areas that are less likely to be targeted by crime, so that there are no hidden places.

These areas should have public cameras as well as tracking devices on commercial vehicles in this day and age.

They need a massive campaign to inform students to avoid these vehicles regardless of how quickly they arrive at their destinations, and perhaps transportation is limited to school buses only or pre-authorization for pick-up from schools.

They’re worried about their safety, their pride, and the fact that they don’t have enough protection if they speak out about underage students being lowered into them according to some local sources.

Furthermore, many of them feel that the people operating these vehicles have legitimate licenses and may be familiar with these pupils 

Several of these gorgeous coasts may be home to statutory rapes, and the lack of enforcement and hefty penalties begs the notion of whether she voluntarily accepted the invitation, and that mentality reflects minimization.

Regroup because quiet is deafening:

Lack of money and technical skills can be a problem, but holding elected leaders and law enforcement personnel who have pledged to protect the public accountable is essential if these cases are to be solved successfully.

There will be another public statement from your elected representatives when these crimes occur, but the victims and their families will receive little or no long-term aid.

People with information who are afraid to come out because of the personal ramifications of doing so need community support, as I’ve already indicated.