Volunteer Opportunity: Signing up for our Student Mentorship Bank
Knowing that mentoring can be extremely helpful in professional development, JNA’s Student Outreach & Educational Support (SOES) is relaunching its Mentorship Program and Mentorship Bank.
Volunteering Opportunity: Cancer Prevention Awareness
Partnering with Jamaica’s Cancer Society & Participating in Local Cancer Prevention Awareness Efforts JNA continues to partner with the Jamaica Cancer Society, St. Ann and
Volunteering Opportunity: Shepherd’s Table
Every quarter, JNA offers an opportunity to volunteer at Shepherd’s Table, serving individuals currently experiencing challenging life circumstances. The next opportunity to volunteer is May
President’s Corner Message March-April 2020
Dear Members & Supporters: In light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, please continue to be vigilant and mindful of your own well-being and treat yourself
Developing Podcasts Targeting “Leadership & Communication Skills”
According to the Student Outreach & Educational Support (SOES) Program Committee Co-chairs, the rise of remote learning and social distancing resulting from the coronavirus pandemic
A Discussion on Jamaica’s Strengths and Weaknesses
JNA’s June Meeting will feature a spirited discussion on the cultural “paradoxes” in Orlando Patterson’s recent book, The Confounding Island: Jamaica and the Post-Colonial Predicament.
Be the Change: Volunteer & Make the Difference
JNA’s mission is to unite persons of Jamaican heritage and friends of Jamaica in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area (WMA) and to support charitable and
The Contribution of Jamaican Americans to Preserving African American History
Black History Month is an opportunity for persons of Jamaican heritage in the DMV to learn more about this region’s African American history and the
Craving Bun & Cheese this Easter
Photo Credit: Grace Foods As she took a bite from her second mini-sandwich, she turned to me with a smile and said “I really love
The Digital Divide & the Role of Culture: Interview with Chris Daley
The internet has sometimes been referred to as the great equalizer yet Federal Communications Commission figures from 2017, indicate that 30% of households did not
JNA Celebrated “SHEroes” of Jamaican Descent in March
National Women’s History Month March was designated as National Women’s History Month by Congress in 1987. “It is a time, to reflect on and acknowledge
JNA Volunteers at Shepherd’s Table
By Co-Chairs: Moye Stephenson-Fairweather, Beverly Thomas, Jennifer Wilson Cultural, Heritage & Social Activities Committee JNA members organized by the Cultural, Heritage & Social Activities Committee
Honoring Women of Jamaican Heritage
Nanny of the Maroons aka Granny Nannyc. 1600s – 1740s Born in Ghana Nanny was a leader of the Maroons at the beginning of the
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
Dear Community Members,COVID-19 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURESIn light of the evolving COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic and the need to introduce appropriate precautionary measures to protect persons from the
Black History Month Event: “Contributions of Jamaican Americans to Preserving Maryland’s African American History.”
On Sunday, February 23, 2020, the Jamaican Nationals Association, Inc. (JNA), in partnership with the Montgomery County Executive’s Caribbean American Advisory Group (CAAG) and the
JNA Black History Month Celebration – 2/23/2020
SilverSpring.Connect broadcasted LIVE on Sunday 2/23/2020 4:00PM featuring the Jamaican Nationals Association of DC Metro Area to bring to you “Contributions of Jamaican Americans to
PRESS RELEASE For Black History Month Program
Click Here For The PDF Version of The Press Release. Contributions of Jamaican Americans to Preserving Maryland’s African American History! For Immediate Release Contact: Jamaican
2020 NBC4/T44 Health & Fitness Expo
JANUARY 18, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. JANUARY 19, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EVENT LOCATION Walter E. Washington Convention Center