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We conduct cultural research on African retention in Jamaica and the Caribbean. We also research and promote native Jamaican cultural heritage.

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Join us for a thought-provoking session in our Curating Culture seminar series as we critically analyze these aspects of Jamaican society.

📅 Thursday, April 3, 2025
⏰ 2:00 p.m.
📍 LIVE on YouTube: @ACIJJMB

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🎄✨ The holiday spirit is alive and well at ACIJ/JMB! From festive desk decorations to our secret pixies and team lunches, we’re celebrating the season with joy, creativity, and togetherness. Here’s a glimpse of how we’ve been making this Christmas extra special! 🎁🎅

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🌿 Dr. Teresa Rodriguez-Moodie, CEO of JET, and ACIJ/JMB’s Marsha Hall come together to emphasize the importance of preserving Jamaica’s ecosystem and natural heritage. 🌎💚

#ACIJJMB #JET #EnvironmentalProtection #JamaicaEcosystem #Sustainability

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🎥 Join us for a powerful film screening of Saturio, El Último Fusilado (Saturio, The Last Executed) on December 10, 2024, at 10 a.m., hosted by the ACIJ/JMB in collaboration with the Colombian Embassy in Jamaica.

📍 Venue: ACIJ/JMB, 12 Ocean Boulevard, Kingston.

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Thank you to everyone who came out to support! #AnanseSoundSplash #NationalStorytellingDay #JamaicanCulture

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🌟 On National Storytelling Day, NTUKUMA brought the magic of storytelling to life with the Ananse Sound Splash under the theme ‘Find Ananse, Discover Jamaica.’ 🕊️✨ We were honored to collaborate and celebrate the vibrant stories that define our cultural heritage.

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🌟 On National Storytelling Day, NTUKUMA brought the magic of storytelling to life with the Ananse Sound Splash under the theme ‘Find Ananse, Discover Jamaica.’ 🕊️✨ We were honored to collaborate and celebrate the vibrant stories that define our cultural heritage.

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More than 100 students from high schools islandwide gathered at the Caenwood Centre Auditorium in Kingston on November 1 for the National Child Month Committee (NCMC) annual youth forum.

This year’s staging provided a platform for students to express their talents through song, dance, drama, and open discussions under the theme: ‘Stand up! Speak out! Protect the Rights of Our Children.

“The event celebrates the skills and strengths our youth bring to the table. It also serves as a crucial space for children to discuss issues that affect their lives, allowing their insights to guide future planning and advocacy initiatives,” NCMC Chair Nicole Patrick Shaw explained.

Highlighting the importance of children’s rights, Mrs. Patrick Shaw referenced Article 12 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, which states that every child has the right to express their opinion in matters affecting them.

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The African Caribbean Institute of Jamaica/Jamaica Memory Bank (ACIJ/JMB) is proud to have worked alongside the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport to bring this recognition to life. Special thanks to Minister Olivia Grange and the Revivalist community.

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✨ Exciting News! ✨

Jamaica’s Revival Pilgrimage to Watt Town has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity! 🎉 This incredible achievement celebrates the Revivalist tradition and its deep roots in Jamaican culture

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✨ Exciting News! ✨

Jamaica’s Revival Pilgrimage to Watt Town has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity! 🎉 This incredible achievement celebrates the Revivalist tradition and its deep roots in Jamaican culture

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Highlights from the NCMC Youth Forum at Caenwood Centre!

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Here's a glimpse of the episode!

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Our latest episode of Curating Culture is available now on YouTube!

SUGAR: THE BITTERSWEET TASTE OF PAST AND PRESENT

Watch now on @ACIJJMB!

Or use this link: https://t.co/CyqZOhgpPo

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Our latest episode of Curating Culture is available now on YouTube!

SUGAR: THE BITTERSWEET TASTE OF PAST AND PRESENT

Watch now on @ACIJJMB!

Or use this link: https://t.co/CyqZOhgpPo

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📅 Date: October 29, 2024
📍 Location: 8 Hillcrest Avenue, Kingston 6
⏰ Showtime: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. The Hon. Olive Lewin! 🎶✨ Immerse yourself in her incredible contributions to Jamaican music and folklore at our special exhibition and lively conversation.

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🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. The Hon. Olive Lewin! 🎶✨ Immerse yourself in her incredible contributions to Jamaican music and folklore at our special exhibition and lively conversation.

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📅 Date: [TODAY! October 24, 2024]
📍 Venue: The African Caribbean Institute of Jamaica / Jamaica Memory Bank
🌐 Can’t make it in person? Watch the livestream on our YouTube @ACIJJMB

See you there!

#OliveLewinLecture #ACIJJMB #JamaicanCulture

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🎤✨ Today, we proudly present the Inaugural Olive Lewin Distinguished Lecture under the theme “Lest We Forget.” Join us as we honor Jamaica’s rich cultural heritage and launch this significant lecture series celebrating the legacy of Dr. Olive Lewin.

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🎤✨ Today, we proudly present the Inaugural Olive Lewin Distinguished Lecture under the theme “Lest We Forget.” Join us as we honor Jamaica’s rich cultural heritage and launch this significant lecture series celebrating the legacy of Dr. Olive Lewin.

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🌟 Don’t miss out on the next episode of our Curating Culture Seminar Series! 🌟

Tune in tomorrow at 2 PM as we explore “The Role and Impact of African Labourers: The Development and Operations of The Jamaica Dockyard between 1715 and 1905.”

📅 Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024

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🎥 We’re back! The ACIJ’s YouTube series Curating Culture is returning, bringing you fresh discussions every FIRST THURSDAY of each month! Stay tuned for new episodes exploring our rich cultural stories, history, and more. Subscribe and don’t miss out! #CuratingCulture #ACIJ

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Please note that our last Sunday opening has been postponed. Thank you for your understanding!

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📢 We’re Hiring! Join the ACIJ/JMB Team! 📚
We’re looking for a passionate Library Assistant to help us preserve and promote Jamaica’s cultural heritage. If you meet the requirements or know someone who is interested, SPREAD THE WORD!