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Force Executive Officer, Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), Brigadier Markland Lloyd, and Deputy Managing Director, National Training and Programmes Division, HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Cheryl McLaughlin, pose with the first 50 students who will participate in the Jamaica National Service Corps (JNSC) Skills Track for Workforce Development programme in front of a newly built computer lab where some of their lessons will be delivered. The programme was launched during a ceremony at JDF Headquarters, Up Park Camp, Kingston, on Monday (February 24).
Force Executive Officer, Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), Brigadier Markland Lloyd, and Deputy Managing Director, National Training and Programmes Division, HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Cheryl McLaughlin, pose with the first 50 students who will participate in the Jamaica National Service Corps (JNSC) Skills Track for Workforce Development programme in front of a newly built computer lab where some of their lessons will be delivered. The programme was launched during a ceremony at JDF Headquarters, Up Park Camp, Kingston, on Monday (February 24).

JDF and HEART/NSTA Trust Launch Skills Training for Workforce Development

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) and HEART/NSTA Trust have embarked on a pilot to engage youth, 18 to 23 years, in a Skills Training for Workforce Development initiative. The initiative, being executed through the Jamaica National Service Corps’ (JNSC) Skills...
Executive Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton (right), having a light exchange with egg farmer, Stephano Thompson, at the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce’s MSME Business Roadshow, on February 20, at the JUICI Empowerment Centre in Clarendon.
Executive Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton (right), having a light exchange with egg farmer, Stephano Thompson, at the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce’s MSME Business Roadshow, on February 20, at the JUICI Empowerment Centre in Clarendon.

Trainee Start-Ups Receive $6.7 Million from HEART/NSTA Trust
Principal, Vocational Training Development Institute (VTDI), Dr. Delize Williams, addresses the VTDI graduation ceremony on Wednesday (February 12) at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.
Principal, Vocational Training Development Institute (VTDI), Dr. Delize Williams, addresses the VTDI graduation ceremony on Wednesday (February 12) at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.

More Than 600 Regional Trainers to Benefit from VTDI Training Programme
Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, addresses the recent launch of National Career Awareness Week 2025 at the Meadowbrook United Church in St. Andrew.
Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, addresses the recent launch of National Career Awareness Week 2025 at the Meadowbrook United Church in St. Andrew.

HEART/NSTA Trust Preparing Persons to Meet Demand for TVET Skills
Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, addresses the launch of National Career Awareness Week 2025 held at the Meadowbrook United Church in St. Andrew on (February 9).
Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, addresses the launch of National Career Awareness Week 2025 held at the Meadowbrook United Church in St. Andrew on (February 9).

Career Awareness Enabling Persons to Unleash Potential

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National Career Awareness Week Slated for February 9-14

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information in collaboration with the HEART/NSTA Trust, Junior Achievement Jamaica and CHOICES, will host National Career Awareness Week 2025 from February 9-14 under the theme: ‘Career Success through Self Development’. This annual observance aims to empower students at all levels to make informed career choices and enhance their future through education, entrepreneurship and...
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Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., and Regional Director, Region 1 HEART/NSTA Trust Dr. Sasha Shim-Hue (centre), interact with one of the participants in the GetConnected Digital Literacy Course during a visit at the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) in Kingston on Thursday (February 6).
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Minister Charles Jr. Lauds Senior Citizens Participating in NCSC Digital Literacy Course

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has lauded senior citizens enrolling in the GetConnected Digital Literacy Course as inspirations for other persons in their age group. He was speaking on Thursday (February 6) during a visit to the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) in Kingston where the course is taught twice weekly to 40 persons...
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Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, addresses a ceremony for the official handover of equipment to the Ebony Park Academy by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining. The event was held recently at the Academy, in Toll Gate, Clarendon.
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Modern Fisheries Training Programme at Ebony Park Academy

The Community-based Climate Resilience in the Fisheries Sector Project has been a game changer in the training offered at the HEART/NSTA Trust Ebony Park Academy. Under the World Bank-funded project, millions of dollars in support have been provided for the development of a modern fisheries programme at the Clarendon-based institution. Managing Director of the HEART/NSTA Trust, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, in...
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HEART/NSTA Trust Managing Director, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, delivers remarks during the handover ceremony for a newly renovated home in Flagaman, St. Elizabeth, on Friday (January 24).
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HEART/NSTA Trust Trainees Repair Homes Damaged by Hurricane Beryl

The HEART/NSTA Trust on Friday (January 24), handed over newly renovated homes to two families in St. Elizabeth, following the ravaging effects of Hurricane Beryl last July. Managing Director, Dr. Taneisha Ingleton, told JIS News that repairs on a third home are under way. The initiative forms part of HEART’s National Impact Projects, which aim to improve learning and residential...
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Grade 7 Academy Instructional Leader, Dr. Faith Alexander, addresses the launch of the Grade 7 Academy at Holy Trinity High School in Kingston, on Thursday (January 23).
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Early Success for Grade 7 Academy Programme

The Grade 7 Academy, which has been operational at Holy Trinity High School in Kingston since September, is already reporting progress in student performance. The programme, spearheaded by St. Michael’s College in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, offers an adjusted curriculum focused on remedial reading, writing and numeracy. Student *Anthony Brown, who is enrolled in...
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Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, delivers remarks during the launch of the Grade 7 Academy at Holy Trinity High School in Kingston on Thursday (January 23).
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Grade 7 Academy Strengthening Literacy and Numeracy at Two High Schools

Grade seven students at Holy Trinity High School in Kingston and Newell High in St. Elizabeth are benefitting from an intervention aimed at strengthening their skills in literacy and numeracy. The Grade 7 Academy, which is spearheaded by St. Michael’s College in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, offers an adjusted curriculum focusing on remedial reading,...
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