MYCHILD HELPLINE APP

Leveraging the increased reliance and use of technology, in 2020, UNICEF partnered with ChildLine Trinidad and Tobago to develop the ‘My ChildLine App' - a mobile application which provides direct access to mental health and psychosocial support. It provides children with an array of child-friendly resources conveniently available in the palm of their hands. Available in En/Es/Fr, the app connects its users to child protection support services, including direct access to national toll-free hotlines, developmentally appropriate resources and interactive activities. With the online chat feature, children have quick and easy access to direct psychosocial support, tele-counselling, and information to re-establish a sense of safety. While the full impact and long-term fallout of COVID-19 is still unclear, the mental health and psychosocial impact on the lives of children and adolescents and their families will be significant. Ensuring support for families during the pandemic has heightened..