The 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference is set to kick off with a global launch on Thursday, April 4, at 10:00 a.m.
This inaugural event will take place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, 2 Port Royal Street, Kingston.
The launch will be streamed live on the Ministry’s website, mfaft.gov.jm, and the Jamaica Information (JIS) YouTube channel.
Purpose of the launch
According to Biennial Conference Chair and President/CEO of the VM Group, Courtney Campbell, the primary objective of the launch is to inform non-resident Jamaicans about the forthcoming diaspora conference.
This four-day event, themed ‘United for Jamaica’s transformation: fostering peace, productivity and youth empowerment, ’ will convene at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James from June 16 to 19.
Notably, it marks the first in-person conference since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Encouragement to attend
Campbell urges Jamaicans both at home and abroad to participate in the virtual launch.
He emphasizes the importance of this particular diaspora conference, underscoring the need for informed engagement to ensure its success.
Prospective attendees include not only those who have previously participated but also potential first-time participants, third and fourth-generation diasporans, young professionals, entrepreneurs, business leaders, cultural and artistic figures, philanthropists, donors, and community leaders.
Highlighting the crucial role of the diaspora in Jamaica’s prosperity, Campbell stresses the necessity of their full involvement across economic, social, and cultural spheres.
Eager anticipation and preparation
At a recent virtual ceremony honoring Jamaican pioneers in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States, Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming conference.
He assured attendees of an engaging and worthwhile experience, revealing ongoing efforts by the Ministry, its team members, and various stakeholders to design an exciting program of activities.
