Our mission
We open doors for vulnerable teens in the English-speaking Caribbean through real-world travel, steady mentorship, and life-skills coaching, so they come back seeing more for themselves and their communities.
Our story
CMETT was born from a simple truth: talent and potential are everywhere; access isn’t. Too many young people face poverty, absenteeism, crime, and unemployment. Without new experiences, it’s hard to imagine a different path. We complement travel with mentorship and life-skills coaching so students can widen their view, build confidence, and take the next step forward.
CMETT is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Gifts may be tax-deductible where allowed by law.
Our Team
We’re the crew behind the lift. Founder, board, mentors, teachers, and partners, working in sync so students can rise. We map the details, ride out the bumps, and stay close long after the trip. When plans change, we adjust and keep going. That’s how possibilities turn into progress.
Chantelle S. Haynes, M.A.
Founder & Executive Director
Chantelle is a proud Jamaican and long-time youth advocate. Her work spans juvenile justice mentoring, policy forums, and community programs, along with research on crime and violence in the Caribbean. She holds degrees from Albright College (B.A.), American University (M.A., International Relations), and Arizona State University (M.A., Criminal Justice). She also leads G.R.I.T. Coaching & Consulting, focused on confidence, self-awareness, and life skills.
