Young Jamaica slams JTA president over ‘unsubstantiated allegations’ involving students
April 9, 2026
Jamaica Observer
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Young Jamaica has criticised Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) President Mark Malabver for failing to provide evidence to support allegations that inappropriate sexual activity occurred in shelters at schools in the presence of students.In a statement, Young Jamaica, the youth arm of the governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), said it was disappointed that Malabver, a former St Thomas Western caretaker for the People’s National Party (PNP), had not submitted any details to the Ministry of Education despite being asked to substantiate the claim.
The group pointed to information from the ministry indicating that no evidence had been provided and noted that the matter was not raised during recent discussions between the union and government officials.The organisation argued that the failure to identify specific schools or provide particulars was irresponsible, and urged Malabver to report any such incidents to the relevant authorities, including the police and child protection agencies, as required under Jamaican law.Young Jamaica also cautioned against what it described as sensational claims, warning that such statements could undermine public confidence and distract from other national issues.
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