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2023-2024 J.A.M.I.N. Student Voices

Previously, you heard the voices of the students in our B.A.M. program. Now, it’s time to hear how the students in Jamaica feel about our J.A.M.I.N. program.

“This program is honestly top-tier. The trips were fun and informative. I would do this program again and definitely recommend it to others.”

– Latanya Campbell,
William Knibb Memorial High School

“My favorite part of this project is going out and planting the mangroves. It really feels like I’m doing something to better the environment.”

– Janar Smith,
William Knibb Memorial High School

“I learned how to protect mangroves and the different types of animals that live in the mangrove ecosystem and identify the red, black, and white mangroves.”

– Aesha Brown,
Port Antonio High School

“Before this project, I didn’t even know about a tree called the mangrove, but now I know how important they are to the world, and I have learned that they are in danger.”

– Joel Collins,
William Knibb Memorial High School

“Honestly, I don’t have a favorite part of the program. Everything about this program is my favorite, and I would like to participate in this project again.”

– Antonio Johnson,
Port Antonio High School

“Mangroves are very important and must be protected to ensure the country’s survival. So, our actions towards the environment decide our fate.”

– Kettera Patterson,
William Knibb Memorial High School

“I have learned so much about mangroves and the environment from the lovely mentors of J.A.M.I.N. I am inspired to plant and protect the mangroves so that Jamaica’s natural state is preserved for generations to come.”

– Sidainna Frater,
William Knibb Memorial High School

“My favorite part of the project was participating in an experiment to see how mangroves grow in different types of soil.” 

– Abigail Haddo,
William Knibb Memorial High School

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