UNESCO Country Profile
Jamaica
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International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) supports Jamaica in strengthening its cultural and creative industries
Project
Strategies for Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Jamaica - National Workshop
The UNESCO Cluster Office for the Caribbean?together with the Ministry of Education Youth and Information Jamaica invites to the virtual Workshop? Strategies for continuing Technical Vocational Education and Training TVET in Jamaica on Thursday November 19 2020 3 pm to 6 pm ?
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From mindset to policies - the importance of inclusion of young persons with disabilities in the Caribbean - #iRespectU Interview
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ReIShaping Policies for creativity
Through the project ReIShaping Cultural Policies for the Promotion of Fundamental Freedoms and the Diversity of Cultural Expressions funded by Sweden UNESCO supported 16 countries in reviewing regulatory frameworks and sector specific policies they have adopted in line with the UNESCO 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions
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A Glowing Legacy: Education, Bioluminescence and Sustainability in Jamaica
In celebration of the International Day of Education 2025 the UNESCO Office for the Caribbean in collaboration with the Natural History Museum of Jamaica and other key stakeholders hosted the event A Glowing Legacy Bioluminescence and Education for a Peaceful Coexistence This event underscored the crucial role of education in fostering environmental awareness cultural heritage preservation and sustainable development
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The Story of Transcultura’s Award-Winning Journey
In a landmark recognition the UNESCOEU Transcultura programme has been honored with the prestigious UN Small Island Developing States SIDS Partnerships Awards 2024 in the Social category
Publication
Case Studies in Action: Youth Empowerment for a Peaceful Caribbean
Youth Empowerment Best practices across the Caribbean
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Transcultura receives the UN SIDS Partnerships Awards 2024 in an official ceremony at the UN Headquarters in New York
The prestigious award recognizes the transformative impact of the UNESCOEU Transcultura programme in empowering Caribbean youth to be agents of change and development in their communities through culture and creativity
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UNESCO Transcultura programme call to young Caribbean jewellery designers and ceramists
Young creators selected to showcase their creative jewellery andor ceramic work in Caltagirone Sicily Italy from 23 to 27 September 2024
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Caribbean cultural heritage and creativity shine at the World Tourism Event (WTE) in Genoa
The European Union and UNESCO supported a Caribbean stand and the participation of representatives from 10 countries through the Transcultura programme
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Meeting with the Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport of Jamaica
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TRANSCULTURA CONNECTS Opportunities Bulletin for Young Culture Professionals from the Caribbean - December 2023
The EUfunded UNESCO Transcultura programme launched a bulletin with a list of career opportunities available for young Caribbean culture professionals