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07/15/2026

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JWalker Buzz: Jamaica's 🇯🇲 CG Oliver Mair's Link Up Live Wed 15th of July @ 2PM EDT / 1 PM CDT/JA 🇯🇲 🇯🇲
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🇯🇲🎙️ You're Invited to Jamaica Consul General Oliver Mair's LINK UP LIVE! 🌍✨

Join Consul General Oliver Mair and Dr. Nicole Bent Jones for another exciting edition of Link Up Live – The Jamaican Diaspora's Weekly Virtual Connection! Stay informed, inspired and connected with the latest news, services and special guests from Jamaica and across the Diaspora.

📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM (Jamaica/CDT) 🇯🇲
🕑 2:00 PM (EDT) 🇺🇸

📝 Register Now:
🔗https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qRQnbj9PReWHq8fgt9LNEw #/registration

After registering, you'll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to join.

🌟 This Week's Topics:
🛂 Passport & Citizenship Services
🎶 The University Singers Performance
📢 Special Events Update

🎤 Featured Guests:
⚽ Simon Preston – Former RJR Reporter & Press Officer, Jamaica Football Federation
🏊 Mariah Paulfrey – Jamaica's Goodwill Swimming Team
🎵 Clive Tennors – Founder and Soulful Voice of The Tennors, Legendary Rocksteady Group
🤝 Evette Taylor-Reynolds – President, The Atlanta Jamaican Association, Inc. (AJA)
🇯🇲 Lottalee Paisley – Deputy Consul General, Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami
🎼 Colin Smith – President, Tallawah Mento Band

💬 Connect with leaders, entertainers, athletes and members of the Jamaican Diaspora as we celebrate our culture, share important updates and strengthen our global community.

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✨ Inform • Inspire • Impact

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🇯🇲 One Jamaica. One Diaspora. One Connection. See you on Link Up Live!

03/25/2026

Jamaica 🇯🇲 Consul General Oliver Mair Community Updates 18th of March @ 2pm EDT / 1 PM CDT

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/izoO0I9NQ4acVILOORf_LA

https://bit.ly/4sHJzJR

02/17/2026

Jamaica 🇯🇲 Diaspora Elections Townhall - PART 2

02/11/2026

**2026 Global Jamaica Diaspora Council – USA South Region Town Hall (Part 1)**
**Meet the Candidates • Hear Their Vision • Strengthen the Diaspora**

This powerful town hall brings together candidates for the **2026 Global Jamaica Diaspora Council (GJDC)** and **Youth Council** representing the **USA South Region**. Hosted by **Dr. Nicole Bent Jones** and **Hon. Peter Gracie**, this session introduces eight dynamic candidates committed to service, advocacy, and strengthening the bridge between Jamaica and its global family.

Across 13 states — **Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Tennessee** — Jamaicans gathered to hear the candidates’ vision for diaspora engagement, economic empowerment, cultural preservation, youth leadership, and national development.

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# # **🎤 Featured Candidates – General Council**
- **Amanda Dow** – Registered Nurse (Georgia) | Global health equity, nursing collaboration, disaster response
- **Dianne “Ginga” Watson** – IT Project Manager (Florida) | Community activism, volunteer leadership, healthcare & culture
- **Gillian Murray** – Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Florida) | Mental health advocacy, social justice, community outreach
- **Janice McIntosh** – Business Leader (Florida) | Strategic partnerships, diaspora empowerment, economic development
- **Katy Edwards Campbell** – Corporate Finance & Film Producer (Florida) | Arts & culture, creative industries, diaspora investment
- **Rosemary Roth** – Pastor & Humanitarian (Florida) | Disaster relief, education, community empowerment, cultural preservation

# # **🎤 Featured Candidates – Youth Council**
- **Jayonne Richards** – MBA Candidate & Nurse (Georgia) | Youth engagement, health advocacy, dual citizenship awareness
- **Zoe Chin Loy** – Author & Nonprofit Founder (Florida) | Cultural education, sickle cell awareness, youth empowerment

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# # **🗳️ Key Topics Covered**
- The role and purpose of the **Global Jamaica Diaspora Council**
- Candidate introductions and personal journeys
- Strategies for diaspora representation and advocacy
- Strengthening ties across all 13 southern U.S. states
- Healthcare, mental health, education, arts, culture, and economic opportunity
- Youth engagement, dual citizenship, and cultural identity
- Disaster response and lessons from **Hurricane Melissa**
- Community questions on returning home, safety, investment, and the idea of the diaspora as Jamaica’s “15th parish”

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# # **📅 Election Details**
- **Voting Period:** January 28 – February 20, 2026
- **Results Announced:** February 24, 2026
- **Register & Vote:** Visit **ConnectMeJa.com**

Your vote helps shape the future of diaspora leadership and Jamaica’s global development.

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# # **🌍 Why This Town Hall Matters**
This session highlights the passion, expertise, and commitment of Jamaicans across the diaspora who are ready to serve. From healthcare to culture, from youth empowerment to economic strategy, each candidate brings a unique perspective rooted in love for Jamaica and dedication to community.

This is more than an election — it’s a movement of unity, accountability, and impact.

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# # **🔗 Stay Connected**
- Weekly **Consul General Community Updates**: Tuesdays at 2 PM EST
- Hurricane Melissa Relief links shared during the session
- Follow diaspora organizations, alumni groups, and community hubs across the region

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# # **💬 Join the Conversation**
What issues matter most to you as a member of the Jamaican diaspora?
Comment below and share your thoughts.

02/05/2026

Jamaican music legend Leroy Sibbles of the Heptones talks Reggae Geneology
https://youtu.be/vFEv4YvMyY4?si=IvIKptH3WD8rhwO_

01/20/2026

https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2026/01/19/stephen-cat-coore-jamaican-music-icon-third-world-co-founder-dies-69/

Stephen “Cat” Coore, co-founder of legendary reggae band Third World and one of Jamaica’s most respected musicians, has died. The iconic guitarist passed away suddenly on Sunday evening, according to a statement from his publicist. He was 69. Coore was one of the early members of Inner Circle ...

01/20/2026

http://youtube.com/post/UgkxY-x_k34AGUD1UnETb6f4LLDI2GEPo_EM?si=dZroNfuhDs3W074a

RIP To The Great Cat Coore of Third World. Gone at 69 See our interview with him. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdt5YGt1lLteF0C6N-X7XVZpUNrLVJ4tN

01/07/2026

Iconic Hollywood actor Kingsley Ben Adir talks about King Bob Marley and One Love Move

bonus chat with about after the Miami premiere.

01/06/2026

Olympian Gabby Thomas Talks 21 seconds in the 200m

🎯 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and HIT THE BELL for more exclusive track & field moments, Olympic athlete insights, and Grand Slam coverage! ...

01/02/2026

Stay Strong Jamaica Hurricane Relief Concert: Wayne Wonder, Brick & Lace, Jamaica 🇯🇲 CG Mair all share about this & More
https://youtu.be/EUStJxFodTw?si=julPhw5_Ye4ef7LP

**Shaggy • Ky-Mani Marley • Inner Circle • Third World • Wayne Wonder • Brick & Lace • Etana • I-Octane & More**In this powerful episode of **J Walker Buzz**...