MoE Launches Grief Support Program Following Death of Adrianna Younge
April 27 2025- The Ministry of Education has released an official statement following the passing of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge.
A specialized team from the Ministry’s School Support Services will visit the Parika Primary school to offer trauma counseling, with an emphasis on grief support. The sessions will be led by Ms. Ann Greene, former Head of the Child Care and Protection Agency.
See full statement below:
“Standing together in grief- the Ministry of Education provides support following the death of Adrianna Younge.
The Ministry of Education again extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and community of 11-year-old Adrianna Younge. We mourn alongside them during this period of unimaginable loss and continue to offer our deepest sympathies as we navigate this most difficult time.
To support the pupils and staff at Parika Primary School where Adrianna was a pupil, the Ministry has organized a special intervention.
On Monday, April 28, 2025, a specialized team from the Ministry’s School Support Services will visit the school to provide trauma counseling with a strong focus on grief support. This intervention will be led by Ms. Ann Greene, former Head of the Child Care and Protection Agency, who brings a wealth of experience in child protection, emotional care and grief and trauma counseling.
The sessions will aim to provide pupils, teachers and staff with a safe space to process their emotions, receive professional support, and begin the journey toward healing. The Ministry remains committed to prioritizing the mental health and well being of all affected and will continue to monitor and provide support as necessary in the weeks ahead.
We stand in solidarity with Adrianna’s family, the staff and pupils of Parika Primary School. The Ministry of Education remains dedicated to offering comfort, compassion and care during this time of grief.
May her soul rest in peace.”
