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Our Mission

Jamaica Diaspora Engagement Model 
for National Development

Jamaica possesses one of the most active and patriotic diasporas worldwide.

This platform creates an environment that fosters entrepreneurship, business development, innovation, and direct investment in the priority sectors of the Jamaican economy.

Additionally, it provides mechanisms for effectively and efficiently harnessing the human and professional capital of the Jamaican Diaspora, focusing on their potential for the transfer of knowledge and skills.

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Deadline for JIS Heritage Competition Extended to November 7
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Deadline for JIS Heritage Competition Extended to November 7

The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) has extended the deadline for the submission of entries for its 2026 Heritage Competition to Saturday, November 7. Chief Executive Officer of the JIS, Giovanni...

‘See It. Snap It. Fix It’ – Digital Tool Empowers Persons ‘to Participate in Downtown Clean-Up and Repair’
1 day ago CommunityLocal Government

‘See It. Snap It. Fix It’ – Digital Tool Empowers Persons ‘to Participate in Downtown Clean-Up and Repair’

The Downtown Kingston Restoration Initiative (DKRI) has launched a civic issue-reporting platform where persons can flag problems they see in the downtown space. Dubbed ‘See It. Snap It. Fix It,’...

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JaDiaspora is an engagement and knowledge exchange platform for the Jamaican diaspora community and those looking to join the conversation. Engage in skills and knowledge transfer of Jamaican professionals residing abroad and sustainable initiatives for all members of the Jamaican Diaspora.

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign TradePlanning Institute of JamaicaIOM Development Fund