M I N I S T RY O F N AT I O N A L S E C U R I T Y

WHATS HAPPENING!
Volume 14, Issue 6 June 7, 2013

WELCOME PERMANENT SECRETARY MAURICE SUITE! The Ministry of National Security family would like to extend a warm welcome to Permanent Secretary, Maurice Suite, and wish him Gods blessings. PS Suit comes to us with a wealth of experience in Finance, in both the private and public sectors . Maurice Suite's Experience Permanent Secretary Ministry of Finance & the Economy 2011 2013 Permanent Secretary Ministry of Education Design industry 2010 2011 (1 year) Trinidad and Tobago Permanent Secretary Ministry of Finance Government Administration industry 2009 2010 (1 year) Trinidad and Tobago Senior Advisor The World Bank Nonprofit; 5001-10,000 employees; International Trade and Development industry 2007 2009 (2 years) Washington D.C. Metro Area Permanent Secretary Ministry of Finance Government Administration industry 2004 2007 (3 years) Trinidad and Tobago Director of Budgets Ministry of Finance Government Administration industry 2001 2004 (3 years) Trinidad and Tobago HOOP OFLIFE

Dr Quamina-Yorke, on behalf of National Security Minister Senator the Honourable Emmanuel George, spoke at a prizedistribution ceremony for the Marabella Basketball team. They were the second place winners of the Hoop of Life Community Basketball League. Dr Quamina-Yorke said history will record the game, which saw two communities branded as at risk come together and fight for first place. Pictured above from the left are; Dr Wendy Quamina -Yorke, Permanent Secretary (ag) in the Ministry of National Security, team player Kirtdale Ellis, and are Councillors Jason Williams and Gloria Calliste following the Hoop of Life awards ceremony at the Marabella Lodge on Saturday. Photo: INNIS FRANCIS COURTESY CALLS

National Security Minister Senator the Honourable Emmanuel George exchanges gifts with High Commissioner of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Trinidad and Tobago, His Excellency Arthur Snell.

National Security Minister Senator the Honourable Emmanuel George exchanges gifts with United Nations Development Programmes Resident Representative Richard Blewit while Deputy Resident Representative Henri Francois Morand de Montbarry looks on.

This is a production of the Ministry of National Securitys Corporate Communications Unit. If you wish to submit information to appear in this Newsletter, please email your information to Ms. Marcia Hope at mhope@mns.gov.tt or Keisha Alleyne-St Bernard at kalleyne-st.bernard@mns.gov.tt

M I N I S T RY O F N AT I O N A L S E C U R I T Y

WHATS HAPPENING!
Volume 14, Issue 6 June 7, 2013

THE RAINY SEASON IS HERE! Citizens are reminded of some tips to ensure personal safety and that of their property . Before a flood Secure all important documents such as birth certificates, passports and the like in water proof bags or sealed containers. Make sure all family members know what immediate actions to take to ensure their personal safety. Prepare a Family Evacuation Plan. During a flood Stay calm. Listen to the radio or television for updated information. Turn off utilities such as electricity, gas and water at the main switches. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are standing in water or wet. After the flood Do not touch live electrical equipment in wet areas. Do not consume food that has come into contact with flood waters. WELCOME! The Ministry of National Security welcomes the Undergraduates who will be with us for the next two months. It is hoped that the knowledge and experience gained here will assist you throughout your careers. Mentoring Unit: Tishonne Francis, Zhane George Citizenship and Immigration: Ariel Ali, Anastasia Ali, Vashista Shripat Work Permits: Mikhail Ali Finance and Accounts: Cherrelle Chinapoo, Matthew Hall, Natalia Finch, Justin Marc-Bertrand, Annaleah Bachoo, Naresh Reemaul, Simone Sheppard, Jodel Ramsey Office of Law Enforcement Policy: Chad Cachie, Shauntelle Pierre-Phillip, Stacy Samaroo, Shyanna Rivers Corporate Communications: Kerissa Joseph, Kelline Scott Information and Communications Technology: Cindianne Abdul, Safraz Mohammed Procurement: Heidi Ali, Makeda Derrick Office Management: Anthony Phillips-Spencer National Drug Council: Nneka Quashie Records Management: Naila Singh Defence: Dara Lynch Human Resources: Jamila McKenzie Legal: Alana Wong HIV/AIDS Co-ordination: Steffi-Aan Alexander International Affairs: Chantal George Research: Nikkita Louis

Submitted by Keithon Maurice, Communications Assistant , ODPM.

MINISTRY OF NATIONAL SECURITY SPORTS It is that time of year again! Get ready for the Ministry of National Security Sports and Family Day this Saturday at the Ato Boldon Stadium. Below is a list of all the Divisions and the total amount of points accumulated at the four pre sporting events; All Fours, Basketball, Cricket and Volleyball. Police 30 Fire SYSP Prisons 30 16 8

Defence Force 19 General Admin 10 Cadets/ODPM -1

Immigration -5

This is a production of the Ministry of National Securitys Corporate Communications Unit. If you wish to submit information to appear in this Newsletter, please email your information to Ms. Marcia Hope at mhope@mns.gov.tt or Keisha Alleyne-St Bernard at kalleyne-st.bernard@mns.gov.tt