Episode 6 – Culture, identity and the Jamaican legacy: Global Jamaica Diaspora Youth Council

It was three the hard way in the guest seat for this episode! Young, vibrant and passionate Jamaican women – Tijienene Gordon, Kashane Denton and Elecia Bethune located in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom share their experiences of embracing identity, promoting culture and standing out as proud nationals serving the wider the diaspora community. Through individual and collective lenses we dissect racism, colourism, cultural stereotypes, unlocking the Jamaican potential outside home, elements of national pride beyond food and music and the key pillars for thriving as a solid diasporic unit. The conversation also reveals how their individual passions collide towards building a stronger Jamaica anchored through their commitment as members of the Global Jamaica Diaspora Youth Council (GJYDC). They dish the details on the first ever GJYDC Summit: 'Leading Beyond COVID-19: Industries, Impact & Innovations' held in June. The outline of the summit underscores the readiness of young, fresh minds in shaping a sustainable future and a prelude to the upcoming event. Youth at home and abroad will table solutions to critical challenges ranging from Tourism & Travel, Religion, Business & Technology, Agriculture & the Environment, Education & Outreach Advocacy, Health & Social Services & the Creative Industry.