Virtual Fundraiser Campaign for Leadership Development SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Jamaican Nationals Association of the Washington DC Metropolitan Area Invites you to Virtual Fundraiser Campaign for Leadership Development SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS Saturday, August 28, 2021 6:00 – 8:00 pm GUESTS: Former JNA
Afrikan Unity – The Spinal Chord
Consulate of Jamaica in Namibia “AFRIKAN UNITY-THE SPINAL CHORD” Virtual Symposium Commemorating the 13th Anniversary of the Birth of Rt. Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey, National Hero 17-20 August 20, 21, 11;30
Jamaica’s 59th Independence Church Service
Dear Diaspora Member,Please be reminded to join us on Sunday August 1, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Virtual Church Service for the commemoration of the 59th Anniversary of Jamaica’s
Virtual Seminar: Building Strong Leadership: The Role of Volunteerism
Wednesday, May 12, 2021 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm ET
It’s Time: Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Introduced US HR 148 for Exoneration of Marcus Garvey
Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Introduced US HR 148 for Exoneration of Marcus Garvey The attached “It’s Time” article by Julius Garvey, MD, OJ, son of Jamaica’s First National Hero, the
Focus on Caribbean diaspora for Black History forum
Caribbean diaspora contributions to the United States will take the spotlight as the curtains come down on this year’s Black History month events, with Dr Julius Garvey – son of
Press Release: 2020 Cancer Awareness & Prevention Discussion
For Release – November 8, 2020 Jamaican Nationals Association of the Washington DC Metropolitan Area Virtual Forum: “Cancer Awareness and Prevention in the Caribbean and the US Black Population:
Virtual Forum on Cancer Awareness for the Caribbean Diaspora
We are often surprised at the individual struggles with cancer that are hidden from public view, as recently experienced with Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman’s struggle with colon cancer. This
Early Onset Colorectal Cancer Virtual Think Tank Free Event Open to the Public – Sept 24-25
Free Event Open to the Public Registration Open! Early Onset Colorectal Cancer (EO-CRC) Virtual Think Tank Supported by NCI and NIEHS Date: September 24-25, 2020Virtual online meeting. Registration is free but
What are you reading this Summer?
What are you reading this Summer? This is a frequent question as we move into the height of Summer and what is viewed as vacation time. To add to your list,
JNA Cancer Awareness & Prevention Project
JNA has selected Cancer Awareness & Prevention as one of its charitable outreach efforts, partnering with Jamaica’s Cancer Society‘s St Ann and St. Mary branches. JNA continues to partner on
Effective Leadership Requires Practice
Studies indicate that Jamaicans are often regarded as “hard-working people, proud, aggressive, having strong leadership styles, loyal, and humorous.” Can these traits be harnessed to develop effective leaders? Is effective
2020 Emanci-dependence Celebration
Let’s celebrate Jamaica 58 JNA historically partners with the Jamaican Embassy and volunteers to host an annual Ecumenical Service in the Washington DC metro area to celebrate Jamaica’s Independence. The
Support JNA’s College Student Scholarships
Through the annual Leadership & Book Support Scholarships, JNA is helping to build the next generation of leaders who can give back to community. This year, the Student Outreach &
John Lewis, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Caribbean Diaspora
by Ambassador Curtis A. Ward | The Ward Post (18 July 2020) —There is a lot I could say about John Lewis, and volumes have already been written, and will be
President’s Corner Message May-June 2020
Dear Members & Supporters: Please continue to be vigilant and mindful of your well-being. As a people, we’ve come through many adversities, and hardships and “WE SHALL OVERCOME.” Every day
Mango Time in Jamaica
History: “Mangoes are thought to have their origins in the Malaysian Archipelago There are over 300 documented varieties in India, where they are regarded as the “King” of fruit. Mangoes