Human trafficking is a hidden crime that often preys on the society’s most vulnerable. The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) warns that it continues to evolve, affecting both adults and children. Detective Inspector Kimesha Gordon of the JCF’s Anti-Trafficking in Persons Vice Squad emphasises that the evolving nature of human trafficking demands vigilance from both law enforcement and the wider public,...

Registered pharmacist, Joel Kenyon, is passionate about the profession. The manager of Neighbour Care Pharmacy in St. Ann's Bay, St. Ann, sees his job as more than just dispensing medications; it is going above and beyond to meet the healthcare needs of his patients. It also involves sourcing hard-to-find drugs, arranging deliveries, offering counselling, and guiding patients through assistance programmes....

When Jamaican and West Indies cricketer, Rovman Powell, walks across the stage to collect his Order of Distinction, in the rank of Officer (OD), on National Heroes’ Day (October 20), he will be carrying not just his own dreams, but the hopes and aspirations of his mother. In his words, the prestigious national award which honours a sporting journey marked...

Jamaica is making strides in special education, with significant investment made in creating an inclusive environment that offers tailored, student-centered approaches to learning to ensure that all children can reach their true potential. A new curriculum for students with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities has been developed by the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, in partnership with the United...

Poised, confident, and purpose-filled—eight-year-old Breanna Gayle embodies all this and more as she makes history as the first-ever Mini Miss St. Thomas Heritage Queen. Crowned in June, Breanna is now preparing to represent the parish on the national stage in December, as she competes for the title of Mini Miss Jamaica Heritage Queen 2025. The articulate Grade Three student of...

The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) is intensifying its effort to eliminate hepatitis infections, particularly Hepatitis B, as part of the global agenda to end specific communicable diseases by 2030. Acting Director of the Family Health Unit in the MOHW, Dr. Julia Rowe-Porter, tells JIS News about the urgency of addressing the threat posed by the highly contagious virus....

When the Director of Jamaica’s Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT) Division, Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Godphey Sterling, reflects on the entity’s evolution, he describes its journey as both solemn and inspiring. Born out of crisis, the Division, which falls under the Office of the Prime Minister, now stands as a testament to resilience, nation-building, and the country’s determination to secure its...

The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) is celebrating the 106th birthday of late cultural icon, the Hon. Louise Bennett-Coverley (Miss Lou), with a slew of parish-based activities across the island in September. Director of Community Cultural Development Services at the JCDC, Marjorie Leyden-Kirton tells JIS News that the month of activities is aimed at preserving the legacy and cultural impact...

Among a cohort of scholars pursuing advanced studies in traditional fields like law and governance, Kerry-Ann Chen is charting a unique course. She stands out from her peers with her decision to pursue a Masters in Art History, a clear signal of her unconventional academic path. The curator and arts manager at Narrative Curatorial, is a graduate of the Edna...