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Crystal Christie

Science & TechnologyBahamas

Crystal Christie covers science & technology for 1WG's Bahamas desk.

Articles (10)

Fleeing persecution in Jamaica, a transgender woman starts new life in Canada
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Fleeing persecution in Jamaica, a transgender woman starts new life in Canada

TORONTO — A transgender woman who fled systemic persecution in Jamaica has successfully resettled in Canada, securing a path to safety after a years-long struggle for fundamental human rights. Her arrival in Toronto highlights a growing trend of Caribbean nationals seeking refuge in North America to escape environments where LGBTQ+ individuals face pervasive violence and legal marginalization.

IT Staff Demand Resolution on Years-Long Promotions and Regularizations Outside OPM
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IT Staff Demand Resolution on Years-Long Promotions and Regularizations Outside OPM

Hundreds of IT staff in Nassau gathered outside the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) yesterday, demanding resolution on years-long promotions and regularizations that have left many feeling undervalued and overlooked. The protest marked the latest chapter in a long-simmering saga of bureaucratic frustration that has been brewing beneath the surface of the Bahamian government's inner workings.