
Click to view full size
Bringing fresh energy and keen insight to a topic more relevant than ever, 36 youths from institutes across the country graced the House of Representatives to debate a Cyberbullying bill in the 22nd annual Youth Parliament debate on November 24 at the Red House.
The youth from various secondary schools, youth organisations and tertiary institutes debated a proposed Cyberbullying bill which outlines a two-tiered offence structure for cyberbullying conduct, including threats of violence, sexual harm, targeting children, non-consensual sharing of intimate images and impersonation.
The bill proposed stipulations such as mandatory counselling, community service, fines of up to $100,000 for adult offenders and up to five years imprisonment.
The portable companion to gazettE. Get notifications, track read articles, and more. The latest news from Trinidad and Tobago, in one place.
Related stories
See articles related to "Youth parliamentarians tackle cyberbullying"