Learning Objectives for the Workshop<\/h3>\n
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:<\/p>\n
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- Explain the foundations of Labour Law and Industrial Relations.<\/li>\n
- Describe the principles of industrial relations in Trinidad and Tobago and the Commonwealth, including the rights and obligations of employees and employers, collective bargaining, the role of trade unions, and the function of Labour Tribunals and Labour Courts.<\/li>\n
- Explain the evolution of industrial relations and international labour standards.<\/li>\n
- Analyze the principles of good industrial relations and their impact on fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.<\/li>\n
- Apply the framework and best practices for managing dismissals, including progressive discipline, summary dismissal, constructive dismissal, and the importance of natural justice and fair procedures at work.<\/li>\n
- Evaluate the grievance process and the steps involved in conducting a disciplinary inquiry.<\/li>\n
- Articulate the special protections afforded to pregnant workers and new mothers, including maternity leave entitlements and anti-discrimination provisions.<\/li>\n
- Assess the role of social dialogue in resolving disputes and fostering harmonious relationships between employers and employees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Key Topics<\/h3>\n
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- Introduction to Labour Law and industrial relations<\/li>\n
- Dismissal and progressive discipline: legal considerations<\/li>\n
- Maternity protection and Gender Equality in the Workplace<\/li>\n
- Conflict resolution, grievance handling, and trade unionism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n
The Facilitator<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nJudge Deborah Thomas-Felix is a distinguished judicial officer and former President of the Industrial Court of Trinidad and Tobago, with extensive experience in legal and court administration. She became the youngest magistrate in Trinidad and Tobago in 1990, later serving as Senior Magistrate, President of the Family Court of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Deputy Chief Magistrate in Trinidad. In 2009, she became the first woman appointed Chairman of the Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange Commission. In 2011, she was appointed President of the Industrial Court, the first female to hold that position. Internationally, she has served as a Judge and President of the United Nations Appeals Tribunal and was the first Caribbean national to be appointed to the International Monetary Fund Administrative Tribunal. In 2015, she was appointed to the International Labour Organisation\u2019s Committee of Experts, a prestigious group of 20 global legal experts overseeing international labour standards. Additionally, she is a published author, a Fulbright scholar, and a recipient of multiple awards for her contributions to law and leadership.<\/p>\n
Pricing Information<\/h3>\n
Workshop Fee: TT$5,125\/US$733<\/p>\n
Discount: Get a 10% group discount <\/strong><\/p>\n
Applicable to:<\/p>\n
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- Groups of three or more individuals attending from the same organization<\/li>\n
- The UWI campus community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Online credit card payment option (bank charges of 3% applies).<\/p>\n
All payments must be made by May 10th, 2025 to ensure that participants receive a copy of the legal text book.<\/strong><\/p>\n
When and Where<\/h3>\n
The workshop will be hosted by the Business Development Unit of the Faculty of Social Sciences, The University of the West Indies. It will utilize interactive pedagogy strategies to promote an engaging learning experience. You will be able to join this workshop via Zoom to participate in discussions, interactive presentations, group exercises, resource videos, and valuable articles and case examples.<\/p>\n
The workshop will follow the schedule below:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Dates: May 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th and 29th, 2025<\/p>\n
Times: 6:00 PM \u2013 8:30 PM (EC\/AST)<\/p>\n
Live Lecture via Zoom.<\/p>\n
Don’t hesitate to contact the CPE team at sta-cpe@sta.uwi.edu<\/p>\n
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Industrial Relations Workshop\u00a0 Context and Background This comprehensive training program will provide participants with a deep understanding of Industrial Relations and Labour Law with specific focus on the unique challenges and developments in the area. Drawing on the insight from three authoritative texts, this course offers both theoretical framework and practical tools for managing employment […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"
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<\/h3>\u00a0<\/h3>
Context and Background<\/h3>
In recent years, The UWI Psychoeducational Diagnostic and Intervention Clinic (PEDIC) has experienced a significant rise in the number of parents seeking help to manage their children's challenging behaviours at home and at school. A large portion of these concerns relate to children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This growing demand highlights the urgent need for accessible, evidence-based training and resources to better support families and professionals.<\/p>
This interactive workshop series, hosted by the School of Education at The University of the West Indies, aims to empower parents, teachers, and professionals with the tools they need to support children with ADHD. Through a practical, skill-based approach, participants will gain strategies for managing behaviour, encouraging pro-social development, and fostering emotional wellbeing in children with ADHD.<\/p>
Learning Outcomes for the Workshop<\/h3>
- Describe the core symptoms of ADHD and common ADHD behaviours<\/li>
- Identify appropriate strategies for managing behaviours associated with ADHD<\/li>
- Apply approaches to enhance pro-social behaviours and improve self-regulation in children with ADHD<\/li>
- Develop an intervention plan tailored to the individual needs of children with ADHD<\/li><\/ul>
Key Take-Aways<\/h3>
- Practical behaviour management strategies grounded in behavioural theory<\/li>
- Insight into the functional behavioural assessment process and how to create Behavioural Intervention Plans (BIPs)<\/li>
- Enhanced understanding of the link between ADHD, social skills, and emotional wellbeing<\/li>
- Tools to teach interpersonal awareness, prosocial behaviours, and self-regulation<\/li>
- A personalized SEL intervention planning framework for students with ADHD<\/li><\/ul>
Key Topics<\/h3>
- The core symptoms and common ADHD behaviours<\/li>
- Behavioural interventions and early intervention challenges\/benefits<\/li>
- ADHD and social understanding, friendship skills, and emotional wellbeing<\/li>
- Teaching prosocial behaviours and self-regulation<\/li>
- Designing a Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) intervention plan<\/li>
- Overview of behavioural theory<\/li>
- The ABCs of behavioural management<\/li>
- Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA)<\/li>
- Developing Behavioural Intervention Plans (BIPs)<\/li><\/ul>
The Facilitators<\/h3>
Dr. Korinne Louison<\/strong><\/h4>
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Dr. Louison is a Lecturer at the School of Education at The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine and Manager of The UWI Psychoeducational Diagnostic and Intervention Clinic (PEDIC). She earned a B.A. degree in Psychology from the University of New Brunswick, Canada, an M.A. degree in Clinical Psychology from Georgia State University, USA, and a PhD in Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London, UK. Dr. Louison\u2019s research interests include individual differences in intelligence and achievement, measurement of learning potential, and cross-cultural interpretive models in psychometric assessment. She has been administering psychological and developmental assessments to children both in Trinidad and Tobago and the USA since 1996. She has also provided clinical supervision to early career psychologists, consultation services to parents, teachers and agencies in Trinidad and Tobago, and has worked in varied settings including governmental departments, NGOs, and private clinical practice.
<\/span><\/p>Dr. Nadia Laptiste-Francis<\/strong><\/h4>
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<\/span><\/p>Dr. Nadia Laptiste-Francis is an Assistant Professor in Special Needs Education at the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT). She earned her Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Special Needs Education from the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) in 2010. She was subsequently awarded a national scholarship to pursue postgraduate studies at The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine (UWI). She completed both her Master of Education and Doctoral degrees specializing in Inclusive and Special Education at that institution.<\/p>
As a teacher educator and inclusive education consultant, Dr. Laptiste-Francis has twenty (20) years of experience in special needs education, educational research and teacher training collectively. She has worked and trained extensively within Trinidad and Tobago\u2019s public education system and also in higher education at The UWI and UTT. Regionally, she has worked with the University of the Southern Caribbean (USC), in collaboration with the Government of Guyana to provide teacher training in special education to both primary and secondary level teachers.<\/p>
In these roles, Dr. Laptiste-Francis has supported multiple stakeholders in diversity awareness, inclusive pedagogy, and inclusive policy development. It is her ultimate goal to equip individuals and teams with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to realize the vision of an equitable, culturally responsive inclusive education system of the 21st century.
<\/span><\/p>Ms. Toni Betaudier<\/strong><\/h4>
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<\/span>Ms. Toni Betaudier is a School Psychologist with a Master of Education degree in School Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. Since returning to Trinidad and Tobago, she has worked with several organizations, including the Caribbean Kids and Families Organisation (an NGO), the Ministry of Education, and in private practice.<\/p>Ms. Betaudier specializes in assessments and provides consultations and psychoeducation to parents, as well as counseling for children. She also conducts professional development workshops for educators, focusing on areas such as disability awareness, behavior management, and socioemotional and sexual development. Her professional interests include culturally informed practices, literacy development, and social-emotional learning.
<\/span><\/p>Mrs. Allison Luke Teelucksingh<\/strong><\/h4>
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Mrs. Allison Teelucksingh is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with a M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction ABA from Arizona State University, a Postgraduate Certificate in ABA Advanced Series from Florida Institute of Technology, and an MBA in Business Management.<\/p>Allison works primarily with students aged 2 to 12 years old who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is the Lead Therapist at ABA & Me Behavioural Services & Training<\/strong>, where she specializes in behaviour analysis and therapy services, including early intervention, program development, and parent training.<\/p>