Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, 14 February 2022 -- The Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has donated TT$135,000 (US$20,000) to THE SHELTER, a non-profit NGO based in Trinidad & Tobago that offers support to women and children who have been victims of domestic violence.
THE SHELTER was founded in 1987 by Dianna Mahabir-Wyatt and offers safe haven to those who have been victims of all forms of domestic violence, offering safe temporary housing until something more permanent can be found, material assistance and counselling. The aim of THE SHELTER is to help women and children overcome the impacts of violence and abuse.
Pete Russell, Hero CPL’s CEO, said. “Domestic violence is a growing issue across the region and Hero CPL is proud to support THE SHELTER’s efforts to help those who have been victims of all forms of abuse. We hope that this donation will support the fantastic work THE SHELTER does. This is part of Hero CPL’s efforts to help the heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the pandemic resulting in the instances of domestic violence increasing dramatically the work of THE SHELTER is even more important.”
Colin Mitchell, Chairman of THE SHELTER, said: "CLR James wrote of the Greeks believing that an athlete who had represented his community at a national competition and won, had brought notable distinction to his city. His victory was a testament to the quality of the citizens, not unlike our cricketers and CPL players.
“Similarly, the support to victims of domestic violence, is also testament to us as a nation. On this 'Valentine’s Day', a day that celebrates love and kindness, we are extremely honoured by this generous gift from the CPL to support THE SHELTER.
“Sport has helped many in crisis go beyond what they thought was their boundary and achieve success and this is also our lifelong mission since THE SHELTER was founded back in 1987 by Dianna Mahabir Wyatt."
Pete Russell, Hero CPL's CEO, (L) presents a cheque to Dr. Maryam Abdool-Richards (C) and Mr Colin Mitchell (R) of THE SHELTER Trinidad
ABOUT THE HERO CARIBBEAN PREMIER LEAGUE:
First started in 2013, the Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is a franchise-based T20 format cricket tournament that combines two of the most compelling aspects of Caribbean life – dramatic cricket and a vibrant Carnival atmosphere. The broadcast and digital viewership has passed 500 million in both 2020 and in 2021 to make it one of the most watched leagues in world cricket. St Kitts & Nevis Patriots are the current Hero CPL champions and the other competing teams are Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Jamaica Tallawahs, Saint Lucia Kings and Trinbago Knight Riders. The 2021 tournament took place in St Kitts & Nevis from 26 August to 15 September. For further information visit www.cplt20.com
ABOUT THE SHELTER
THE SHELTER (also known as the Shelter for Battered Women and Children), is a Non-Profit, Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) committed to providing services and support for victims of domestic violence. Services include the provision of safe temporary housing, which is set up as a “bridge” until assistance can be given to the ladies to find permanent housing, material assistance, mandatory counselling, out-patient counselling follow up, the services of a Social Worker, crisis intervention and individual advocacy.
Since its inception in 1987, The SHELTER has been able to provide safety and security to scores of women and children at all levels of society and has successfully been able to help survivors overcome their trauma, empower themselves, and become reintegrated back into society. Many were also given training to improve their skill set so that they could provide a reasonable living for themselves and their children. The aim of the SHELTER is to help women and children overcome the impacts of violence and abuse.
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