Education Minister and JTA President Clash Over School Shelter Allegations

Education Minister Senator Dr. Dana Morris Dixon and JTA President Mark Malabver are in a dispute regarding reports of inappropriate conduct by individuals sheltering in schools following Hurricane Melissa.

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April 10, 2026 | 10:20 AM UTCUpdated 1h ago

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Why It Matters

The conflict highlights ongoing concerns regarding the use of educational facilities as long-term shelters following natural disasters.

Key Points

JTA President Mark Malabver reported allegations of sexual activity by shelterees in schools.
Education Minister Senator Dr. Dana Morris Dixon has requested specific school locations to facilitate investigations.
The Ministry of Local Government has set a May 8 deadline for shelterees to vacate school buildings.

MORRIS DIXON... I just want to know which school it is so that we can make sure that we are investigating and redoubling our efforts to protect our children April 10, 2026

Shelter Showdown Jta

President Mark Malabver and Education Minister Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon are seemingly on a collision course over allegations that individuals still sheltering in schools following Hurricane Melissa last October have been seen engaging in sexual activities by students. The matter spilled over into the monthly meeting of St Thomas Municipal Corporation on Thursday, while the Ministry of Local Government says the shelterees should be out of the schools by May 8. See stories on Pages 4 & 5.