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Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna (right), speaks with Executive Director of the National Youth Service (NYS), Melvin Smith, prior to the start of a ceremony, held at the Courtleigh Hotel in Kingston, on February 6, to officially launch the NYS’ Graduate Work Experience Programme (GWEP).
Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna (right), speaks with Executive Director of the National Youth Service (NYS), Melvin Smith, prior to the start of a ceremony, held at the Courtleigh Hotel in Kingston, on February 6, to officially launch the NYS’ Graduate Work Experience Programme (GWEP).

NYS Graduate Work Experience Programme Launched

The Ministry of Youth and Culture through its agency the National Youth Service (NYS) has officially launched its Graduate Work Experience Programme (GWEP). The programme will provide college graduates with the necessary work experience to increase their chances of finding...
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Roger Clarke (at podium), addresses members of the Diplomatic Corps, at the Courtleigh Hotel, New Kingston, on February 5, as part of activities for Diplomatic Week 2014.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Roger Clarke (at podium), addresses members of the Diplomatic Corps, at the Courtleigh Hotel, New Kingston, on February 5, as part of activities for Diplomatic Week 2014.

Policy on Organic Agriculture Being Drafted
Minister with responsibility for Sport, Hon. Natalie Neita Headley (left), with Olympian, and Serge Island’s new Brand Ambassador, Warren Weir, following the announcement ceremony at the National Stadium complex in Kingston, on February 5. During the ceremony, Serge Island Dairies also announced its $20 million investment in the popular inter-primary and inter-prep school track and field championships this year.
Minister with responsibility for Sport, Hon. Natalie Neita Headley (left), with Olympian, and Serge Island’s new Brand Ambassador, Warren Weir, following the announcement ceremony at the National Stadium complex in Kingston, on February 5. During the ceremony, Serge Island Dairies also announced its $20 million investment in the popular inter-primary and inter-prep school track and field championships this year.

Serge Island Dairies Commended for Investment in Sport
Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, updates members of the diplomatic corps on crime-fighting initiatives being implemented by the Jamaican government, at the Courtleigh Hotel in Kingston, on February 5.
Minister of National Security, Hon. Peter Bunting, updates members of the diplomatic corps on crime-fighting initiatives being implemented by the Jamaican government, at the Courtleigh Hotel in Kingston, on February 5.

More Than 100 Scammers Arrested
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (right), engages with a student of the Hope Valley Experimental School in East Rural St. Andrew, at the official opening of the Kintyre Bridge, on December 4. The bridge was constructed at a cost of $100 million.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller (right), engages with a student of the Hope Valley Experimental School in East Rural St. Andrew, at the official opening of the Kintyre Bridge, on December 4. The bridge was constructed at a cost of $100 million.

Prime Minister Simpson Miller Observes 40 years of Service to Jamaica

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Minister of Education, Hon. the Rev. Ronald Thwaites, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on February 4.
Education

Safe School Policy Guidelines to be Implemented in 595 Primary Schools

Guidelines from the National Safe School Policy will be implemented in 595 primary schools, beginning September 2014. This was disclosed by Minister of Education, Hon. the Rev. Ronald Thwaites, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on February 4. Rev. Thwaites noted that so far, the guidelines have been implemented in 164 secondary institutions, 111 All Age Schools and...
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Chief Ideator and Resultant Motivational Speaker, Dr. Leahcim Semaj, delivers the keynote address to students attending the Career Day expo organised by the Tivoli Gardens Visionaries on January 30, at Tivoli Gardens Community Centre. Member of Parliament for West Kingston, Desmond McKenzie, sits at the head table and looks on with approval.
Community

Tivoli Gardens Visionaries Creating Waves of Change

Tivoli Gardens Visionaries (TGV), a group formed in the aftermath of the May 2010 upheaval in the West Kingston community, is creating waves of change in their area. The community based group of university students is well respected and provides positive examples for youngsters. The members stand by their motto, ‘Inspiring Change Through Leadership’. “We are now a household name...
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President of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Senator Norman Grant (left) and Executive Director of Food For the Poor (FFP), Mrs. Jacqueline Johnson (right), sign agreement for the provision of red peas by the FFP to support the JAS red peas planting project, and to reduce importation of the commodity. Looking (from left, standing) are: First Vice President of the JAS, Donald Berry; Second Vice President, Royston Johnson; Agriculture and Fishing Manager, FFP, Selena Ledgister Kellier, and Senior Director, Recipient Services, FFP, Ron Burgess.
Agriculture

More Red Peas for Planting

The farming community has been provided with more red peas for planting, as seeds valued at US$25,513 (J$2.72 million), have been handed over to the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) by Food For the Poor (FFP). An agreement, which outlines how the distribution will work, was signed on February 5 by President of  the JAS, Senator Norman Grant and Executive Director...
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Veteran singers Marcia Griffiths (left); and Judy Mowatt; delighting the crowd with their performance at the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Music Festival, held at the Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium on Thursday January 30.
Tourism

Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival A Success – Tourism Minister

Minister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, has hailed the recent staging of the Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, describing it as a “great show and a resounding success.” “Music transcends cultures and unifies people of different ages, races, from all walks of life and from every part of the world.  I am therefore pleased that the Jamaica...
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Minister of Education, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites (seated left), enjoys the performance of student of Santa Cruz Primary and Junior High, Daesharae Authurs, following her performance at the official launch of Jamaica Day activities at the Ministry’s Heroes Circle headquarters in Kingston, on February 4. Others (from second left) are: Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Elaine Foster Allen; Chief Education Officer, Dr. Grace McLean; and Deputy Chief Education Officer, Dorrett Campbell. Schools islandwide will observe Jamaica Day activities on Friday, February 28, 2014 under the theme: ‘Celebrating Jamaica: Sporting Greatness in My Community’.
Education

Schools Should Consider Including Cultural Studies in Curriculum – Minister Thwaites

Education Minister, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites, says schools should consider incorporating cultural studies in their curriculum, in order to enable students to have a greater understanding and appreciation of their heritage. Rev. Thwaites was speaking at the official launch of Jamaica Day activities, at the Ministry, in Kingston, on February 4. Schools islandwide will observe ‘Jamaica Day’ on Friday, February...
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Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna (right), (from left): Acting Chief Executive Officer, Child Development Agency, Rosalee Gage-Grey; and Children’s Adviser in the Ministry, Sadie Keating. FILE
Culture

Youth Minister Condemns Brutal Killing of 8-Year-Old Celena Edmond

Minister of Youth and Culture, the Hon. Lisa Hanna condemns the brutal murder of eight-year-old Celena Edmond, in Top Hill, St. Thomas and is asking members of the public to be more aware of their surroundings. The Minister says far too often our children are preyed upon by adults who should protect and care for them. “I know that all...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. A.J. Nicholson (right), is in light conversation with Trinidad and Tobago High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Rev. Dr. Iva Gloudon, during Diplomatic Week activities held last year at Jamaica House.
Foreign Affairs

Foreign Minister Reaffirms Country’s Commitment to Regional Integration

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. A. J. Nicholson, is reaffirming Jamaica’s commitment to regional integration, emphasizing that the country is unequivocal in its support for the renewal of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). “There is no turning back. Regional integration must be seen as an ongoing process, not a single event,” he argued, while addressing members...
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