Captive Dolphin Facilities: Why Not Listen to the Scientists

September 23, 2019

In her testimony to the U.S. Congress last week, climate change activist Greta Thunberg had a simple message: Listen to the scientists. In certain circles, in Jamaica and elsewhere, some would rather close their ears, because of the inconvenience. “I don’t want you to listen to me, I want you to listen to the scientists,” … More Captive Dolphin Facilities: Why Not Listen to the Scientists

Youth, Action and Climate Change: Exuberant and Sometimes – Not Quite

September 22, 2019

On Friday, September 20, I was at the studios of Radio Jamaica, talking about this, that and the other – and at the same time, thinking about the vastness of what was happening beyond our island, during the Global Climate Strike. I was thinking about the Save Cockpit Country gathering in Stewart Town, Trelawny. I … More Youth, Action and Climate Change: Exuberant and Sometimes – Not Quite

EU Short Film Festival: For Jamaican Youth, About the Environment. Deadline October 4, 2019.

September 21, 2019

The European Union in Jamaica is offering an exciting opportunity for young filmmakers – not just to win prizes (including a trip to Europe), but also to gain valuable experience and training. But HURRY! The deadline is October 4, 2019. See full details below: Young, amateur and aspiring Jamaican filmmakers are in for the season … More EU Short Film Festival: For Jamaican Youth, About the Environment. Deadline October 4, 2019.

Special Needs Organizations Can Apply for Funding from the 2019 Digicel 5K Run

September 17, 2019

The Digicel 5K Run for Special Needs was the first “Night Run” in downtown Kingston, where the company’s headquarters is located. The Eighth Annual Run will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The deadline for registration is coming up fast!  Meanwhile, Digicel would like to hear from non-profit organizations serving Jamaicans with special needs, to pitch … More Special Needs Organizations Can Apply for Funding from the 2019 Digicel 5K Run

Coastal Cleanups Lined Up for Every Major Coastal Town on September 21

September 17, 2019

I am saving my energy for International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day Jamaica 2019 – this coming Saturday, September 21. I hope you will be participating! Congratulations to the Jamaica Environment Trust for again gathering a huge number of volunteers and registered sites – see the full list in the press release below; and cheers to the awesome … More Coastal Cleanups Lined Up for Every Major Coastal Town on September 21

Save Cockpit Country Day is September 20 in Stewart Town, Trelawny

September 16, 2019

Save Cockpit Country! Stewart Town Square in Trelawny will be the focus of a programme of education, entertainment and empowerment on Cockpit Country, on Friday, September 20 from 10:00 a.m. Irie FM will be conducting an outside broadcast from 6:00 a.m. (yes, early) to 2:00 p.m. It coincides with the September 20 Global Climate Strike. There is … More Save Cockpit Country Day is September 20 in Stewart Town, Trelawny

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