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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (centre), and State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (left), interact with Conference Chair, Earl Jarrett, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James, on Wednesday (June 17).

Government Strengthens Engagement with Global Diaspora

The Government has made engagement with the diaspora a national strategic priority, as the country’s continued development relies significantly on the contributions of the global diaspora communities. With this in mind, the Administration has strengthened the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council...

Trevor Forrest (right), Senior Advisor to the Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, makes a point during a plenary session at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Wednesday (June 17). Also participating in the discussion is Chairman of the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force and Deputy Chair of the Caribbean AI Task Force, Chris Reckord.

Government Workers to Receive Mandatory Training in AI

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaks at the 11th Biennial Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, on June 16.

Tourism Industry Must Be Protected – Minister

Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Living Well Community Care Centre (LWCCC), Dr. Joan Williamson (second right), highlights the range of medical items donated to the St. Jago Health Centre at the handover on Monday (June 15) at the health facility in St. Catherine. Looking at the items (from left) are LWCCC volunteer, Marie Bell Dobson; Managing Director of Jamaica 4-H Foundation, Peter Thompson; and Medical Officer, St. Catherine Health Department, Dr. Tanesha Burke Grant.

St. Jago Health Centre Receives Donation of Medical Supplies from Diaspora Charity

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (left), looks on as Her Excellency, the Most Hon. Lady Allen, pins 2026 Governor-General’s Achievement Award – Diaspora (GGAA-D) recipient, Dr. Richard White. He was among seven honourees who received awards during a ceremony at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Monday (June 15).

Diaspora Honouree Urges Jamaicans Abroad to Stay Connected with Homeland

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (left) shares a moment with Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (centre), and Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference being held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Monday (June 15).

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Jamaica’s Education Resilience Model Drawing International Attention

Jamaica’s response to the widespread disruption caused by Hurricane Melissa is attracting international attention, with global education stakeholders citing the country's efforts as a model of resilience. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, said the reopening of all schools within 90 days of the hurricane represents one of the education sector's most...

Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, addresses a panel discussion on ‘Building a Resilient Education System in Partnership with the Diaspora’, during the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, on Monday (June 15).

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$18 Billion Allocated to Reconstruct and Rehabilitate Schools Damaged by Hurricane Melissa

The Government has committed $18 billion towards the reconstruction and rehabilitation of schools damaged by Hurricane Melissa, as part of efforts to build a stronger and more resilient education system. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, provided the update during a session on ‘Building a Resilient Education System in Partnership with the...

Manager in the National Housing Trust (NHT) Construction and Development Division, Ali-Maa Thompson.

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NHT Showcasing Housing Partnership Opportunities at Diaspora Conference

The National Housing Trust (NHT) is leveraging the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference to attract developers and investors, with the aim of expanding the country’s housing stock and advancing the delivery of climate resilient communities. The conference runs from June 14 to 18 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, under the theme “Empowering Jamaicans in the Diaspora:...

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith ( right), speaks with Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Information Service ( JIS) Giovanni Dennis, during a Ministerial Interview at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference on Tuesday (June 16), at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St James.

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NaRRA to Facilitate Diaspora Investment and Expertise

Jamaicans in the diaspora will have the opportunity to contribute their skills, expertise and investments to the nation’s rebuilding through the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA). NaRRA was established by the Government to coordinate and accelerate recovery and reconstruction efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The entity is tasked with mobilising resources, facilitating partnerships and overseeing initiatives...

State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, addresses the opening ceremony of the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in Rose Hall, St. James, on Tuesday, June 16.

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Diaspora Conference Embraces Innovation

The 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference is embracing innovation with the introduction of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Connect platform and NFC RFID-enabled wristbands. State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, said the tech allows delegates, sponsors and exhibitors to network and engage more seamlessly throughout the event, while exploring new ideas to advance...

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses the ceremonial opening of the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, on Tuesday (June 16).

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Foreign Minister Says Diaspora Conference Great Opportunity for Engagement

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, has welcomed visiting members of the diaspora attending the Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, emphasising that the event is a great opportunity for Government to engage with them. “The Government of Jamaica, with our foreign ministry team, continues to deepen engagement with you, our diaspora. We have worked...

Governor-General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right), presents Dr. Sandra Colly-Durand with the 2026 Governor-General’s Achievement Award during a ceremony at the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference, held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Monday (June 15).

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90 Students Benefitting from Diaspora Mentorship Initiative

Some 90 students across Jamaica’s 14 parishes are now benefiting from one-on-one guidance and support through the Jamaica Diaspora Mentorship Academy. The programme, which was launched two years ago by Vice Chair of the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council and Education Sector Lead, Dr. Sandra Colly-Durand, currently pairs 90 mentors from around the world with the students selected through a partnership...