Helping the Homless in Jamaica

Helping the Homless in Jamaica

It is estimated that Jamaica has a homeless population of between 2,000-3,000 people, factors such as mental health, drug abuse, and increased economic hardship as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic lead to anecdotal accounts of up to a 300% increase in the local...
Jamaica Debt Repayment Programme

Jamaica Debt Repayment Programme

In this Panel Discussion, we look at the idea of temporarily reducing the primary surplus target for debt repayment, in order to bolster social spending. Joining us virtually is Economist Ralston Hyman and in-studio Donovan Wignall President of the Micro-, small and...
The NHT and Jamaica’s Housing Problems

The NHT and Jamaica’s Housing Problems

In this Panel Discussion, we explore the questions surrounding the operations of the National Housing Trust (NHT) and if it is fulfilling its mandate, to debate, we are joined virtually by People’s National Party (PNP) Senator Damion Crawford and Financial...
The Importance of Child Rights

The Importance of Child Rights

As Jamaica nears the end of child month, on this panel discussion we explore and reinforce the essential need to protect the innocent- as we delve into the rights of the child and their evolution in Jamaica. Joining us virtually are Executive Director of Jamaicans For...
How Do You Maintain Bio-Security?

How Do You Maintain Bio-Security?

The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the need for the strengthening of national and global systems to prevent and respond to the consequences of biological threats. In this evening’s panel discussion, we explore the growing significance of bio-security in the...