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Reggae Routes: Reggae & Sound System Culture
The Sound System is one of the loudest indicators of Jamaican culture, and has played a pivotal role in fostering our music's evolution. The large mobile discotheque, first established in the 1950s, provides musical entertainment at community dances, parties, fairs, nightclubs and more, is responsible for amplifying the voices of many now established reggae and dancehall artistes. So, on today’s...
Highlights from first PATH Town Hall
The first in a series of Town Hall meetings on the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH) got-off to a good start with government committing to ensuring that the programme remains responsive, effective, and progressive in meeting the needs of vulnerable Jamaicans. Stay with us, as we share some of the highlights from the session held in Brown’s...
Highlights from Restorative Justice Week
Families across the island have been benefiting tremendously from Restorative Justice Interventions. Dubbed, Justice that heals, Restorative Justice focuses on accountability and repairing damage done in interpersonal relationships. Restorative Justice Week is being observed from February 4 to 11, with a range of activities planned to celebrate the period. Join us for some of the highlights of the week so...
2024 Diaspora Conference
On today’s programme we tell you more about this year’s staging of the Jamaica Diaspora Conference.
Youth Thematic Working Group to Advance Vision 2030 Launched
On Tuesday January 30 a youth Thematic Working Group (TWG) was launched in an effort to advance the implementation of the Vision 2030 national development plan. The event was held at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston, under the theme ‘Reshaping our Future, Today’.
Exploring NIS Benefits
Have you ever given active thought to the purpose of contributing to the National Insurance Scheme, NIS and the benefits it makes available to you? Well, whether you pay to the fund, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, there are a range of benefits accessible to you, your relatives and dependents. Let’s explore some of them. Stay tuned.
Jamaica Diaspora Engagement Model
On today’s programme we share an update about the Jamaica Diaspora Engagement model (JAM-DEM) virtual platform.
Reform of work permit process nearing completion
The reform of the country’s work permit system for foreign nationals is nearing completion and could be rolled out next year. The Ministry of Labour and Social Security is replacing its existing legacy process with a new web-based, mobile-friendly work permit and skills certificate management system. Stay with us for the updates.
6 things to improve mental health
Managing your mental health is one of several elements involved in maintaining a quality life. But what if things are not going according to plan? What should you do to ensure that your mental health stays in good order? On today’s programme Licensed Associate Psychologist and Founder of I Evolve Global, Sherika Anderson, shares 6 things that you can do...