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The Jewel of Lower Elletson Road

A novel social enterprise helps artisans turn better profits working with local minerals

April 15^th, 2024

Footnotes Text by UNDP Communications Analyst, Gillian Scott. Thanks to Development Minerals Country Coordinator Ruth Clarke. Photography by Ricardo Makyn for UNDP Multi Country Office in Jamaica.

Digitally Mapping a Safer Future for Mining

Jamaica’s mining lease process is now digital, boosting efficiencies & environmental safeguards.

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NextGen Miners Go Green

A new BSc degree is paving the way for a more sustainable approach to mining in Jamaica.

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Outsmarting Climate Change

Key lessons & resources help young male & female farmers & fishers fight climate change impacts

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"TO GIVE UP IS A SIN"

Multiple setbacks did not deter Claudia from her dreams. Classes & a grant give her a breakthrough

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TO HELL & BACK

Shelly-Ann embraces a new day after a lifetime of abuse & an unjust charge for murder

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I'm A Different Woman Now

Avorina walks away from a cycle of abuse and embraces a new future as a recommitted businesswoman.

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Jamaica’s mining lease process is now digital, boosting efficiencies & environmental safeguards.

A new BSc degree is paving the way for a more sustainable approach to mining in Jamaica.

Key lessons & resources help young male & female farmers & fishers fight climate change impacts

Multiple setbacks did not deter Claudia from her dreams. Classes & a grant give her a breakthrough

Shelly-Ann embraces a new day after a lifetime of abuse & an unjust charge for murder

Avorina walks away from a cycle of abuse and embraces a new future as a recommitted businesswoman.