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AFJ/OCEAN Style Magazine
FashionShowcase by the Shore
July 30, 2011
Bellport, Long Island NY
About the Fashion Showcase.
2011 Hummingbird Gala
November 17, 2011
Capitale, New York City Honoree Denis O’Brien, Chairman Digcel
Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater presents pharmaceuticals in Kingston on behalf of the AFJ.
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2011 Peacock Soiree
Shaggy Honored by American Friends of Jamaica
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Track & Field News Magazine: Richard-Ross's Missing Year
Never in her wildest imagination—or worst nightmare—did Sanya Richards-Ross expect that her 2010 competitive season would consist of the minuscule total of three races.
After all, the 25-year-old Texas alum was the '09 Athlete Of The Year after finally winning her first 400 world title, running the year's top four times and the only two sub-49s of the campaign.
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Shaggy Rocks AFJ Gala South Florida News 2010
The American Friends of Jamaica Inc. (AFJ) a 501 c (3) non-profit organization established to support social and economic development in the island of Jamaica hosted its 29th Annual Hummingbird Gala on Monday, October 18, 2010 at the iconic Capitale in New York City.
USTREAM TV via CIN TV American Friends of Jamaica Gala October 2010
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American Friends of Jamaica Gala 2010
CaribWorldNews, NEW YORK, NY, Weds. Oct. 20, 2010: Grammy Award-winning reggae superstar Shaggy was on hand to rock the American Friends of Jamaica Gala Monday night in New York City as top athlete, US runner and Jamaican-born Sanya Richards Ross was honored.
Jamaica Gleaner: Shaggy entertains enthralled crowd at October Gala of the American Friends of Jamaica
Ambassador Audrey Marks, Jamaica's chief envoy to the United States, says Jamaica's embassy in Washington, DC, is one of the most important tools used by of the Government of Jamaica to influence the government and people of the most powerful country in the world. She made the point to underscore the continued close ties between the two countries and the gains made in the marked reduction in crime since the May uprising in Tivoli Gardens.
Ocean Style Magazine: The American Friends of Jamaica to honor Sanya Richards Ross
The American Friends of Jamaica Inc. (AFJ) a 501 c (3) non profit organization established to support social and economic development in the island of Jamaica will host its 29th Annual Hummingbird Gala to be on Monday 18 October 2010 at the iconic Capitale in New York City.
The Jamaican Consulate In New York, The American Friends Of Jamaica Inc. And The St. Georges Society Honor Former Ambassador To Jamaica: Brenda La Grange Johnson
June 11, 2009. The American Friends of Jamaica Inc. (AFJ) a non profit organization established to support social and economic development in Jamaica; along with the Jamaican Consulate in New York, teamed up with the St George’s Society of New York - a British charitable organization established to assist elderly and disabled residents in the New York area of British and Commonwealth heritage - at a fabulous champagne cocktail reception to honor outgoing Ambassador to Jamaica, and friend of the AFJ, Brenda la Grange Johnson.
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The American Friends Of Jamaica Peacock Ball Honoring Michele Rollins, May 16, 2009, Miami
May 16, 2009. The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) will honor female philanthropist Michele Rollins at its 5th Annual Peacock Ball. The annual AFJ Gala and Auction brings awareness to the development needs on the island of Jamaica in the areas of education, healthcare, and economic.
American Friends of Jamaica/Sue Cobb Lecture
February 6, 2009. University of the West Indies lecturer Dr Herbert Gayle last week delivered the American Friends of Jamaica/Sue Cobb Lecture. He examined the country's crime problem and offered possible solutions.
American Friends of Jamaica to Honour Boxing Champ Lewis
NEW YORK, October 21, 2008 Former World Heavyweight boxing champion Lennox Lewis, will be presented with the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) International Achievement Award, at the organisation's 27th Annual Gala and Auction, on November 6, at the Gotham Hall, 1356 Broadway on 36th Street, in New York City, (USA).
Trade and negotiation: Keys to Jamaica's economic development
October 5, 2008 Recently, while spending a few days in Washington, visiting the head office of the American Chambers of Commerce (AMCHAM) and the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB), I witnessed the full force of private/public sector partnerships to transform businesses and economies.
Spreading the wealth
May 18, 2008 When persons fall in love with a country and its people, it's a love affair that lasts. The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) held its 28th annual presentation last Tuesday, giving new grants for various organizations to continue their work in Jamaica.
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Prof. Stephen Vasciannie to Speak on Human Rights in Jamaica at AFJ/Cobb Lecture Series
The 3rd annual American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ)/Cobb Lecture Series will feature Professor Stephen Vasciannie as the guest speaker on the topic, The Human Rights Project in Jamaica.
American Friends of Jamaica creates 'A Thousand Roofs of Love'
August 28, 2007 In the wake of Hurricane Dean, which hit Jamaica on Sunday, August 19, the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ), a United States-based non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting Jamaican charitable and social initiatives, has responded to the needs of Jamaicans with the 'A Thousand Roofs of Love'.
Diaspora Giving Program Featuring Karen Johns
Ocean Style Magazine
Peacock Ball Press Coverage 2007
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The Caribbean-American
Jamaica Tourist 2006
Centurion Magazine feature on honoree Chris Blackwell
Carib News
Jam-boree 2006
News Articles on AFJ Gala
AFJ partners with Andria Mitsakos PR Firm
In January of 2007, the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) teamed up with leading international, boutique PR firm Andria Mitsakos Public Relations (AMPR) in an attempt to take the organization's publicity efforts to the next level. With high-profiled travel and lifestyle clients spanning the globe andwith a specialized dedication to humanitarian efforts, AMPR is perfectly suited to work with AFJ in achieving their goals. AMPR proudly represents a number of resorts and lifestyle hotels in Jamaica and has developed a strong dedication not only to their clients, but also to the people and island of Jamaica that contribute to its beauty and splendor. AMPR and AFJ are both very pleased with this new partnership and look forward to working together to raise awareness surrounding the issues facing Jamaicans and to support the worthy charitable organizations that are there making a difference.
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