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Jamaica's Ambassador Congratulates Tashni-Ann Dubroy on NACUBO Board Leadership

Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Audrey Marks, has extended warm congratulations to Jamaica born Dr. Tashni-Ann Dubroy on her appointment as the new board chair of the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO). This historic achievement marks Dr. Dubroy as the first Black female to hold this prestigious position in NACUBO's history.

Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Audrey Marks share a light moment with Jamaica born Dr. Tashni-Ann Dubroy who was recently appointed as the new board chair of the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO). Dr. Dubroy is the executive vice president and chief operating officer of Howard University in Washington, DC. (Photo by Derrick Scott)

Caribbean-American Zachary Tomlinson is the Recipient of a NYC Big Apple Award

New York City special education teacher Zachary Tomlinson received the surprise of his career Thursday May 23rd when his vocational skills lesson was interrupted by administrators from his school and the school’s district to inform him that he was a recipient of the “Big Apple Award” for his stellar achievements as an educator. Courtney Rattenbury, the principal of P373K Brooklyn Transition Center and Rachelle Klainberg, the deputy superintendent of district 75, along with representatives from the New York City School’s Chancellor’s office presented Tomlinson with the prestigious annual prize which recognizes and celebrates New York City teachers who inspire students to, “...be their best selves, advocate for their future, model equitable learning with high expectations for the diverse and dynamic needs of all students and affirm students’ identities, unique gifts, and genius as well as partnering with families, community members, and community-based organizations.”

Howard Law Professor and Founder of The Garvey-Nkrumah Development Incubator Appointed to World Bank-ICSID Panel By President Biden

NEW YORK, NY - U.S. President Joseph R. Biden has appointed Howard Law Professor and Founder of the Garvey-Nkrumah Development Incubator, John Woods, Jr., to the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) Panel of Arbitrators and Conciliators. ICSID is the world’s leading international arbitration institution dedicated to investor-state dispute settlement. Professor Woods will serve a six-year term on the Panel, through 2030.

U.S. President Joseph R. Biden has named Howard Law Professor and Founder of the Garvey-Nkrumah Development Incubator, John Woods, Jr., to the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes, (ICSID), Panel of Arbitrators and Conciliators.

National Honours for Jamaicans in the Diaspora

Several Jamaicans in the diaspora are amongst the 150 nationals receiving Honours and Awards from the Government of Jamaica for 2024. These distinctions are conferred on individuals who have contributed greatly to the nation in their fields of expertise. As Jamaican citizens living abroad, they have worked tirelessly at nation-building through their work in healthcare, the film industry, foreign affairs, philanthropy, community development, and entrepreneurial development.

Jamaican actor Audrey Silvia Reid in character.

“I Want to Wake up to Art” — Theresa Roberts

What better way to celebrate your culture than living with the visual and spiritual language of your people! A perfect description of Theresa Roberts, passionate art collector and cultural ambassador for her beloved country — Jamaica.

Theresa Roberts and Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness (Contributed Photo)

Order of Jamaica for Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett

Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, the Honourable Edmund Curtis Bartlett, CD will receive the Order of Jamaica (OJ) award for invaluable contribution to the field of Tourism promoting Human Resource Sustainability & Climate Resilience. He is also being recognised for 40 years of service to the Jamaican government. One of eight to be lauded for their contributions to the country, the Order of Jamaica is ranked fourth in the order of preferences.

Dr. Lavern Deer to Receive U.S. President's Achievement Award

Miami Gardens, FL - Dr. Lavern Deer, a dedicated community activist and leader in South Florida since 2009, will be honored with the prestigious U.S. President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The award presentation will take place during the "A Night of Jazz in the Gardens" black-tie gala on June 28 at the Omega Center on the Florida Memorial College Campus.

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