A Jamaican Map
Jamaica, a vibrant island nation, is more than just sun-kissed beaches and reggae rhythms. It’s a tapestry woven with the unique threads of its 14 parishes, each possessing a distinct character and charm. Imagine a map of Jamaica, not just with lines and names, but bursting with color, each hue representing the essence of a […]
THE H-1B VISA
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for foreign professionals seeking to obtain employment in the United States. Thousands of foreign workers are needed each year to facilitate the growth of the country’s economy, because their skills are in high demand. As with attacks on other types of visas in the immigration world, the […]
Bus Ride from Kingston to Port Antonio
In doing a project I was working on I wanted to get some scenic pictures of Jamaica, so on this trip I had been travelling to a lot of places that I had never been to, even though I had lived in Jamaica most of my life. My trip was coming to a close and […]
Clarendon Association for Street People (CLASP)
Clarendon Association for Street People (CLASP)Address: Hilltop, P. O. Box 83May Pen, Clarendon, JamaicaTelephone: 876 986 6902Registered charity # 546Email: [email protected] (or) [email protected] History:CLASP was created in 1995 and registered under the Friendly Societies Act in 1997. Its mandate is to take charge of the mentally ill street people, facilitate the provision of their rehabilitation […]
The Political Parties
People’s National Party (PNP): Founded in 1938; Led by Rt. Hon. P.J. Patterson. People’s National Party (PNP)89 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6Tel: 927-7805/0159; Fax 927-4389Leader: Rt. Hon. P. J. Patterson. Jamaica Labour Party (JLP):Founded in 1943 as the political wing of the Bustamante Industrial Trade Union; Led by Rt. Hon. Edward Seaga. Jamaica Labour Party […]
The Jamaican National Symbols
Here are the Jamaican National Symbols. There are 6 six symbols of Jamaica and each has an individual meaning. The symbols are cherished proudly by Jamaicans as it speaks to our character as a people and nation. The Jamaican National Bird The “Doctor Bird” (Trochilus polytmus) lives only in Jamaica and is one of the most […]
The Jamaican National Heroes’ Song
Jamaican National Heroes Song: Forward, Forever United Which We Seek You Seek Chorus: Forward, forever united Students workers and farmers 1. Granny Nanny of Nanny Town symbol of unity and strength lighted the flame of freedom in the hearts of earlier Jamaicans Chorus 2. Sam Sharpe, non-violent leader instigated the slaves of Jamaica to fight […]
National School Song – I Pledge My Heart
I pledge my heart foreverTo serve with humble prideThis shining homeland, everSo long as earth abideI pledge my heart, this islandAs God and faith shall liveMy work, my strength, my love, andMy loyalty to give. O green isle of the Indies,Jamaica, strong and free,Our vows and loyal promises,O heartland, ’tis to thee
Jamaica’s National Prayer
Let us give thanks for all God’s goodness and the wonderful heritage into which we have entered:Response to each petition: We give thee thanks, O God For Jamaica, our island home, the land of our birth – RESPONSEFor the majesty of our hills, the beauty of our valleys, and the flaming loveliness of our gardens […]
Jamaica’s National Pledge
Before God and All mankind.I pledge the love and loyalty of my heartThe wisdom and courage of my mind,The strength and vigour of my bodyin the service of my fellow citizens. I promise to stand up for justice,Brotherhood and Peace, to work diligently and creatively,To think generously and honestly, so that,Jamaica may, under God, increase […]
