Jamaican interests throughout the world made their mark in 2016. A statue honoring Mary Seacole was erected in London to recognize her contributions to nursing. Kamala Harris was elected to represent California in the United States Senate. Aloun Ndombet Assamba, the outgoing High Commissioner of Jamaica in the United Kingdom, received high praise from constituents who wanted her to stay on in the position. The London Borough of Merton elected its first female Jamaican mayor. The Diaspora joined the movement to exonerate Marcus Garvey. The government strengthened efforts to engage Diaspora youth. Jamaicans in the Diaspora were given the opportunity …read more
Source: Jamaicans.com
