Welcome to the 10 Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference Website

"THE ROAD TO JAMAICA'S TRANSFORMATION THROUGH EMPOWERMENT, WEALTH CREATION AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT"

As we gather in Montego Bay from different corners of the globe, this in-person Conference after five long years will not just be a reunion; it's a powerful catalyst for unity and growth. Register now to be a part of this historic homecoming.


Anyone of Jamaican descent, who resides outside of Jamaica or in Jamaica, can attend and participate. There are no restrictions. This Conference is a call to all Jamaicans – 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation, young professionals, Conference stalwarts, entrepreneurs, creatives, philanthropists, investors and community pillars. If you want a stake in Jamaica’s future and have a desire to contribute to our national narrative or seek to connect with your roots or explore business opportunities, this event is for you.

The 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference to be held 16-19 June at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, under the compelling theme "United for Jamaica's Transformation: Fostering Peace, Fostering Peace, Productivity and Youth Empowerment," beckons Jamaicans from aound the globe to a significant and poignant homecoming. As we convene for the first time in-person after five years, this event will be an exuberant celebration of our shared heritage and a focused exploration of key pathways to Jamaica's promising future. Organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, this biennial Conference unites Jamaicans and those of Jamaican descent with their homeland, reinforcing the ties that bind us together as a people.

We are set to welcome over 1,000 attendees from our target demographics including 2nd, 3rd and 4th generations, community pillars, cultural enthusiasts, professionals, organised groups, church communities and entrepreneurs of the Jamaican Diaspora, making this conference a dynamic hub of ideas, innovation, and cultural pride. Diaspora attendees are more than visitors. They are a vibrant and influential community who are proud of their heritage, maintain deep connections, and have demonstrated a willingness to contribute meaningfully to Jamaica's development. They are crucial contributors to Jamaica's efforts towards growth and transformation, bringing with them a commitment that transcends physical distances.
This year, our Conference will serve as a warm reunion and a melting pot of vibrant exchanges across generations, shedding light on the evolving identity of our Diaspora and reinforcing their pivotal role in local and global contexts. The comprehensive programme designed will foster crucial conversations around security, business, trade, investment, community development, the orange. economy, health, technology and education. Activities will include official ceremonies, nightly special events, interwoven cultural entertainment, excursions and a bustling Marketplace of goods and services. These activities will culminate in the Diaspora Day of Service, with projects executed by the Diaspora in the island, exemplifying the Diaspora's tangible impact in communities.
We are pleased to present a curated selection of partnership opportunities for your consideration. As our partner, you will be tapping into the heart of the Diaspora, generating goodwill that echoes. beyond the Conference and engaging directly with a global community, to bolster recognition, drive sales, and influence decisions. All while uplifting your image as an entity that truly understands and supports the pulse of Jamaican life, wherever it beats.

Venue

Montego Bay Convention Center








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Legacy Partners


The overall Conference provides a comprehensive platform for content and media exposure, ensuring that your brand narrative reaches a global audience. Through tailored content, media releases, onsite activations and targeted advertising campaigns, partners can effectively share their story and connect with the Diaspora on a personal level.

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