Now Accepting Entries: Jamaica 51 Essay Competition

The Consulate General of Jamaica in Miami is now accepting entries for its Annual Essay Competition to commemorate Jamaica’s Independence 51st Anniversary.

The competition is open to all Jamaican children, first and second generation, residing in Florida State, and forms part of the Independence celebrations across the Florida communities.

Eligible students can choose from a selection of topics related to the island’s cultural heritage some of which include community leadership, entertainment, education, history, cultural heritage, geography and national development.

Applicants must be between five and eighteen years of age, normally resident in the State of Florida, and submit entries in one of three age categories -  five to eight (5-8); nine to twelve (9-12); and thirteen to eighteen (13-18).

For more information, please follow this link:
J51 Essay Competition - Consulate General of Jamaica:

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Consulate General launches Jamaica Independence Essay competition

Hon. Sandra Grant Griffiths

The Consulate General of Jamaica in Miami is now accepting entries for its Annual Essay Competition to mark Jamaica’s Independence Anniversary.


The competition is open to all Jamaican children, first and second generation, residing in Florida State, and forms part of the celebrations to observe the nation’s 50th anniversary of Independence throughout the Florida communities.


There are several topics of choice for the competition, launched this year under the theme of Jamaica’s responsibility, as stated in the National Pledge, of “advancing the welfare of the whole human race” and the merit in this project is to advance Diaspora Community awareness in a state that promotes diversity, while exposing our youth to their Jamaican culture and heritage. 


As they research and prepare compositions, applicants are given the opportunity to reflect on the nation’s history and culture; record how their Jamaican roots have impacted their upbringing; and the positive events that have catapulted the image of Jamaica and her outstanding Diaspora in the global arena. 


According to the Consul General, the Hon. Sandra Grant Griffiths, “Children of the Diaspora are being invited and encouraged to participate in the essay competition, to be inspired by our island’s rich history and cultural heritage and to take pride in the many accomplishments at home and abroad by the people of the island of our origin”.


The deadline for the submission of entries is Friday, July 6, 2012. The winner in each category will be awarded with a plaque by the Consul General on Friday, July 27, 2012.


Eligible students can choose from a selection of topics related to the island’s cultural heritage some of which include community leadership, entertainment, education, history, cultural heritage, geography and national development.


Applicants must be between five and eighteen years of age, normally resident in the State of Florida, and submit entries in one of three age categories - five to eight (5-8); nine to twelve (9-12); and thirteen to eighteen (13-18).


For information on the competition interested persons may contact the Consulate General of Jamaica in Miami located at 25 Southeast Second Avenue, Suite 609, telephone (305-374-8431 ext. 232); email INFO@JAMAICACGMIAMI.ORG or visit the Consulate’s website at WWW.JAMAICACGMIAMI.ORG





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National Caribbean-American Heritage Month Essay Competition

Transforming America Through Interaction (“TATI”), Inc. has once again joined the Greater Caribbean American Cultural Coalition (GCAC Coalition) and the Greater Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce (“GCACC”) to partner with the Institute of Caribbean Studies’ (“ICS”) National Commemorative Committee on its seventh annual National Caribbean-American Heritage Month Youth Essay Competition.

This competition is a national activity and is geared toward high school students of the 11th and 12th grade level.

“This is a very important year as two great Caribbean countries prepare to celebrate their 50th Anniversary of Independence,” says Tanya Ragbeer, President of TATI, Inc, Past President of the GCACC and ICS Liaison. “We are proud to not only to commemorate this fact, but to also engage our youth in dialogue so that they can feel a part of the celebration. Through the essay competition, we continue to create venue for the youth of the Diaspora to pay homage to the forerunners of our past, to honor our outstanding leaders of the present, and to create an awareness that paves the way for potential leaders of tomorrow.”

“As Jamaica and the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago celebrate 50 years of independence, we want students of Caribbean heritage to recognize and appreciate this milestone achievement by both countries,” said Andrew Azebeokhai, President of the Greater Caribbean American Cultural Coalition, and Director of UNIFEST.

“As Caribbean Americans we need to be aware of the impact of migration on our home country and the United States. This will allow us to make informed decisions about the interaction of the Caribbean Diaspora in this country and our country of origin,” said Albert Lettman, President of the Greater Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Also on board the ICS alliance is State Representative Hazelle Rogers of District 94.

National Caribbean American Heritage Month Youth Essay Competition


The Institute of Caribbean Studies announces the sixth Annual, National Caribbean-American Heritage Month Youth Essay Competition.

The competition is designed to commemorate the historic passage of a Congressional Resolution declaring June as National Caribbean-American Heritage Month.

The Institute is partnering with area schools and colleges and organizations such as Transforming America Through Interaction (“TATI”), Inc., the Greater Caribbean American Cultural Coalition (“GCAC Coalition”), the Greater Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce (“GCACC”), the University of the West Indies Alumni Association and others across the country to organize regional/local competitions.

The essay topic is "Over the past 50 years, the net-migration rate for the Caribbean has been one of the highest world-wide. As we approach the 50th Anniversary of the Caribbean countries of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and the island of Jamaica, how do you feel this migration may have positively impacted both the US, and the countries of origin?"

The competition is open to 11th and 12th grade students who reside in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties and who are of Caribbean heritage as defined by the competition rules.

The closing date for the competition is Friday, May 4, 2012 and winning entries in the local/regional competition will be announced at UNIFEST in Lauderdale Lakes, on Sunday, May 20, 2012.

Information about the Institute and national Caribbean-American Heritage month activities may be obtained at WWW.ICSDC.ORG.

Essay Competition Rules


1. The essay competition is open to 11th and 12th grade students who reside in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties and were either born in the Caribbean and/or have at least one parent or guardian who was born in the Caribbean.
2. Entries must be submitted as an individual effort, and must be original unpublished work. Essays should not be concurrently submitted for other competitions. Only one essay will be accepted from each author.
3. Entries in this essay competition must be titled: “Over the past 50 years, the net-migration rate for the Caribbean is one of the highest world-wide. As we approach the 50th Anniversary of the Caribbean countries of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and the island of Jamaica, how do you feel this migration may have positively impacted both the US, and the countries of origin?" While the content of the essay is of primary concern, proper grammar and spelling will also be factors in the judging.
4. The essays should be between 1,000 to 1,500 words, typewritten, double-spaced, 8 ½” by 11” (letter-size) paper with all pages numbered. Margins must be 1 inch. The absolute minimum or maximum number of words must be observed.
5. The essay must be written in English and all entries must include a bibliography.
6. Entries that do not comply with any of the competition rules will be disqualified. A separate entry form and cover sheet with the following details must be included: essay title, writer's name, gender, grade, and word count. Neither writer's name, nor the writer’s country of Caribbean heritage should appear in the main essay.
7. The editorial board of the Institute of Caribbean Studies and/or TATI, Inc. reserves the right to edit essays selected for publication. All essays become the property of the Institute and/or TATI, Inc. and will not be returned.
8. The essays will be assessed in confidence by an independent panel of judges. No appeals will be entertained. Results of the local competition will be announced on May 20, 2012.
9. Prizes* will be awarded for first, second and third place entries. Fourth and fifth place entries will be recognized with an honorable mention award. All awards and recognition will be solely at the discretion of the judging panel.
10. Award winners will be informed by mail and appropriate presentations of prizes* made.

*Prizes: 1st place: $500.00; 2nd place: $250.00; 3rd place: $100.00
Essays should be mailed, or emailed in MS Word format to attn: Student Affairs Director, TATI, Inc. Entries must be submitted no later than May 1, 2012.

Contact: Student Affairs Director, TATI, Inc.
P. O. Box 100104, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33310
Telephone: 954-802-4291
Email: STUDENTAFFAIRS@TATICARIBBEAN.COM

JIS Annual Jamaica Independence Essay Competition-2011

 Entries are now being accepted for the 11th annual Independence Essay Competition of the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) in Miami. The competition forms part of the celebrations observing Jamaica’s 49th anniversary of Independence and Emancipation across the Florida communities.

The contest is open to all Jamaican children, first and second generation, and residing in Florida State, The deadline for participating entries is Friday, July 22nd. The winner in each category will be awarded with a plaque from the Jamaica Consulate General, and a monetary gift presentation from the Partners for Youth Foundation, a South Florida non profit organization committed to the enhancement and development of young women locally, and in Jamaica, through the performing arts and cultural development.

The merit to the annual Essay competition is to advance community awareness while exposing our youth to their Jamaican culture and heritage. As they research and prepare the compositions, applicants are given the opportunity to reflect on the nation’s history and culture; look at the impact of their Jamaican roots on their upbringing; and the positive events that have catapulted Jamaica and its Diaspora in the global arena. This year, selection of topics will focus on Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence to be celebrated next year.

Children in the Diaspora are being encouraged to take interest in the annual Essay Competition realizing that the occasion would inspire young Jamaicans to more seriously consider learning the island of their origin.

Students can choose from a selection of topics related to the island’s cultural heritage some of which include community leadership, entertainment, education, history and culture, geography and national development.

Applicants must be between five and eighteen years of age and resident here in Florida. There are three age categories for the responses five to eight (5-8); nine to twelve (9-12); and thirteen to eighteen (13-18).

For information on entering the contest, interested persons can contact the JIS office at the Jamaica Consulate General in Miami located at 25 Southeast Second Avenue, Suite 609, telephone (305-374-8431--ext. 232) email JISMIAMI@BELLSOUTH.NET or the Consulate’s website at WWW.JAMAICACGMIAMI.ORG

JAMAICA INFORMATION SERVICE - JAMAICA INDEPENDENCE ESSAY COMPETITION – 2011 OVERVIEW

Essay topics are as follows:

1. Talk about your experience in Jamaica as a tourist. Briefly share your adventure about one of your favorite places visited – for example a place of recreation, a historic landmark or even time spent with a Jamaican family.
2. How can the Jamaican youth in the Diaspora best contribute to Jamaica’s national development.
3. After 50 years of gaining Independence from Great Britain, would you say that Jamaica has achieved any of its goals for example political and economic freedom, and social equality.
4. Briefly describe the events that led to Jamaica’s gaining its Independence from Great Britain on August 6, 1962.
5. As Jamaica prepares for its 50th year of Independence, what are some of the achievements that have been made by Jamaicans worldwide. For example, describe the accomplishments of any one outstanding Jamaican.
6. How would you like to see Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence celebrated in your community.
7. What is your opinion of reggae music today, and explain the role that this genre of music has played in Jamaica’s social, cultural and economic development.
8. Briefly describe the significance of Jamaica’s six national symbols.

Each entrant must choose only one topic. The response must NOT exceed two pages and should be double-spaced.

Essays can be emailed to JISMIAMI@BELLSOUTH.NET or mailed to the Jamaica Information Service, 25 SE Second Avenue – Ste 609, Miami, FLA 33131.

Each entry must be accompanied by the contestant’s name, address, telephone number and age. There are three age categories for entrants: five to eight (5-8); nine to twelve (9-12); thirteen to eighteen (13-18). The deadline for entries is Friday July 22nd.