Multi Country Office in Jamaica

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4.8 million tonnes of debris generated by hurricane Melissa; UNDP steps up to help

According to UNDP satellite-based analysis, hurricane Melissa left over 4.8 million tonnes of debris blocking roads, obstructing access to schools, hospitals and clinics, farms, and markets, slowing delivery of relief supplies, and delaying restoration of key services.

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Strengthening Caribbean resilience against climate and crisis shocks

A four‑year initiative backed by a €4 million grant under the EU ‑Caribbean Resilient Programme (EU‑CA-RES) will support governments, communities and the private sector in SIDS including Jamaica to prepare for and recover from disasters

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Shari and Justin, UNDP's Ready Set Great delegates

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UNDP and Bermuda amplify youth voices and action on the climate

Bermuda’s 5th Annual Youth Climate Summit hosted by the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI), in partnership with UNDP has announced a strategic collaboration that will enhance Caribbean representation and expand youth engagement opportunities on climate action

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UNDP Resident Representative Dr Kishan Khoday on CVM TV's Lead Story programme

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UNDP Resident Representative calls for review and consultation on Green Economic Growth Model & Policy Recommendations for Jamaica

UNDP Resident Representative Dr. Kishan Khoday calls on Government to consider 4 actions to advance a just and equitable transition to a Green Economy – namely social dialogue and social protection, skills training, green enterprise development and entrepreneurship, and fiscal policy reform.

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Publication

A Green Economic Growth Model for Jamaica

The Green Economic Growth Model for Jamaica, supported by UNDP and ILO, assesses the social, employment and economic impacts of transitioning to a green, climate resilient economy. Results show that such a transition spurs job creation, social development and economic growth.

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What If Jamaica Greened its Economy? CVM Reports

Our Mission

UNDP Multi Country Office in Jamaica is on a mission to reduce poverty, inequality and to build crisis resilience by working on development interventions in Social Resilience and Inclusion; Citizen Safety and Security and Rule of Law; Climate Change Resilience; and Sustainable Natural Resource Management. We serve The Bahamas, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, and Turks and Caicos Islands.