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Some events to look out for on climate justice, the environment, and the...
There are a few rather important dates in the summer calendar to keep in mind related to climate change, extractive industries, and more. This week, Greenpeace USA will hold a hybrid press briefing in...
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Defend the Deep: Jamaican youth climate activists call on their government to...
Young Jamaican climate activists are making their voices heard, loud and clear, in Jamaican media and social media – on deep sea mining. This is a critical time for our oceans, whose fate now hangs in...
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Two events in Kingston, Jamaica this week: climate action, human rights and...
I want to quickly alert you to two events taking place in Kingston later this week. Unfortunately I will be unable to attend, but I hope that you will support these efforts, and spread the word. Blue...
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Resting, reading, and raining (sometimes)
I have taken a long break, yes. As I mentioned in my recent post, I embarked on my breast cancer journey some weeks ago, and am now in healing mode after surgery. A period of rain immediately...
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Jamaicans for Justice launch a booklet of our Charter of Fundamental Rights...
As I mentioned, Jamaica is currently recognizing – and in most cases, celebrating – its 60th anniversary of Independence. This is such a large, round number that special attention is being paid to...
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Hurry and register your site for International Coastal Cleanup Day: DEADLINE...
Just a quick reminder: If you want to register as a site coordinator for International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) Day 2022 – the deadline is tomorrow! Tuesday, August 9, 2022. Email JET at...
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A fire at the historic Hunts Bay Jewish Cemetery highlights negligence for...
There are some Jamaican habits and attitudes that make me very sad. I am very late in reporting this* First of all, let me tell you about the fire at Hunts Bay Cemetery, which exemplifies two aspects...
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Climate Tracker offers opportunities for environmental journalism in the...
A phrase that is becoming quite a cliché these days is: “The Caribbean is on the front lines of the climate crisis.” What this really means is that, very often, our small nations have to do the heavy...
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Jamaica’s Health Ministry commits to establishing dedicated Stroke Units....
I can honestly say that I only had a vague idea of what happens when someone has a stroke – – until my husband had one, just about six months ago. What is more (compounding the shock of the stroke...
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Second COVID-19 booster shots now available in Jamaica for vulnerable groups
Some more health news… At last, second COVID-19 boosters are available for over-60s, healthcare workers, and the immuno-compromised. We have been wondering about this for some time. Here is the notice...
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Shorebirds are special. Let’s show up for them!
Across the Caribbean region, and right around the world, citizen scientists, ornithologists, students, naturalists, conservationists, bird-lovers and birdwatchers, and environmentalists will be...
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Bahamas National Trust expresses concern over proposed mining project on...
In my previous post, I wrote about the fragility of our Caribbean coastlines and the wildlife that clings to an increasingly precarious existence there – including migratory shorebirds. Here is a...
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Once Upon a Sunset…
I am insane with jealousy over Susan’s new camera – but also blown away by her eye for the beauty of nature. Sunset is one of her favourite times, I know. They remind me of the special mood of the...
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A collaboration of islanders: the Virtual Island Summit 2022
The world is getting smaller. A cliché, I know – but since the “COVID era” we have been able to communicate, share knowledge, engage in heated arguments, socialise, plan and launch projects and more –...
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Cruelty to animals: when is Jamaica going to enact and implement stronger...
A kick, a blow, a “chop” with a machete. For some Jamaicans, these are commonplace ways of dealing with unwanted animals. It is not only painful and heartbreaking. Cruelty to animals is not something...
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For Jamaica’s children and adolescents: Issa Trust Foundation plans a new...
Philanthropy is alive and well in Jamaica; but the need is great. Our vulnerable children and adolescents need help. On the north coast of the island, the Issa Trust Foundation (which has been working...
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It’s “now or never” for our oceans: Part One on the Global Ocean Treaty
In just two days, one of the most critical UN conferences in the past decade or so will come to an end. It is likely to be the last in a series of discussions leading up to the signing of a Global...
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Failing ambitions in New York: Is it too late for a strong Global Ocean...
“Ambition” is a lofty word. “High Ambition” is even more inspiring. However, ambitions, once set, must be achievable and, if possible, achieved. Ambition is not a “well, it would be nice if it...
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In the home comfort zone
Nowadays it’s called “self-care.” I am getting in the habit of it these days; both my husband and I have learned the little things (it’s mostly the little things) that make us each feel better. Some...
View ArticleWe all have rights, says Stand Up for Jamaica. Who are you to tell us otherwise?
Is there something that we humans don’t understand about “human rights for all?” I wonder sometimes. Here is commentary from Stand Up for Jamaica, which makes perfect sense to me. J-FLAG, which used...
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