‘Let’s Connect’ to Discuss Hurricane Beryl Recovery, Jamaica 62 and Feature Book Launch

‘Let’s Connect’ with Ambassador Marks will discuss the country’s recovery after the passage of Hurricane Beryl, plans to celebrate the island’s 62nd anniversary of Independence and will feature a book launch by Jamaican author, Dr. Patricia V. Smith.

Ambassador to the United States (US), Her Excellency Audrey Marks, will host the town hall meeting on Thursday (July 18) at 7:00 p.m. EDT (Washington DC)/6:00 p.m. EST (Jamaica).

It will be held in hybrid format with Dr. Smith as in-person guest, as well as online participants.

Ambassador Marks said that Dr. Smith’s biography, titled ‘I Persist’, provides a first-hand perspective of the author’s journey from the streets of Spanish Town to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur.

“As we seek to recover from Hurricane Beryl and approach the Independence season, this book is a poignant reminder of the indomitable Jamaican spirit. This powerful story of persistence will inspire many people, especially women, who have come from and experienced less opportune circumstances. Dr. Smith’s story inspires the will and hope that they, too, can emerge victorious,” Ambassador Marks said.

As it relates to the Independence activities, Jamaica’s Consuls General in Miami and New York, Oliver Mair and Alsion Wilson, respectively, as well as honourary consuls across the US, will give updates on the planned activities.

Let’s Connect with Ambassador Marks enables Jamaicans at home and abroad to communicate directly with the Ambassador about Jamaica-US bilateral matters and to stay informed about the Government of Jamaica’s policies and programmes, as well as the Embassy’s activities.

Ambassador Marks is usually joined by various distinguished guests, including government ministers, US government officials, key players in various local and international organisations, and prominent members of the Jamaican Diaspora.

To join the conversation persons may use this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82177305642?pwd=DVFSaeVcI4MSKj0RRUgY7EFMT0QlJ2.1