Programs
Empowering Communities Through Purpose-Driven Programs
Unitas of Jamaica delivers integrated agricultural, vocational, educational, diaconal, health and wellness, and community-based income-generating programs that empower individuals, strengthen families, and promote sustainable livelihoods, social care, and long-term community resilience across Jamaica.
Unitas of Jamaica Agricultural Program
Building Food Security and Climate Resilience Together
The Unitas of Jamaica Agricultural Program is a faith-driven partnership bringing together Unitas, the Moravian Church in Jamaica, and other church-based community groups to strengthen food security and rebuild livelihoods after Hurricane Melissa.
The program began with two cornerstone initiatives — water harvesting and greenhouse farming — as practical responses to Jamaica’s growing climate challenges. By installing rainwater collection systems and developing model greenhouses in key parishes, we help local farmers, congregations, and youth groups maintain consistent crop production during both drought and rainy seasons.
Agriculture & Agri-Business
- Greenhouse farming
- Water harvesting systems
- Organic crop production
- Post-harvest processing
- Farm management & marketing
Unitas of Jamaica Educational Program
The program provides:
- Scholarships and Grants for school fees, uniforms, books, and transportation.
- Counselling and Mentorship to support emotional recovery and confidence building among students.
- After-School Learning Clubs that strengthen literacy, numeracy, and life skills.
- Community Study Hubs with internet access and volunteer tutors at participating churches.
The Unitas of Jamaica Education Program is dedicated to nurturing the potential of Jamaica’s youth through access to quality education, mentorship, and spiritual guidance. Rooted in our mission of “Faith in Action and Service,” this initiative ensures that no child is left behind due to financial hardship or disaster-related disruption.
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, many families faced economic and emotional setbacks that affected their children’s schooling. Unitas, in partnership with the Moravian Church in Jamaica, local schools, and community organizations, has launched an Education Support and Scholarship Program focused on helping primary school students transition successfully into high school.
Through this holistic approach, Unitas of Jamaica is not only helping students achieve academic success but also fostering resilience, faith, and leadership for the next generationUnitas of Jamaica Vocational Program
Building Skills. Creating Opportunities. Transforming Lives.
At Unitas of Jamaica, we believe that recovery after Hurricane Melissa must lead to long-term empowerment. Our Vocational Training Programme equips youth, adults, and vulnerable families with practical skills that open doors to employment, entrepreneurship, and community resilience.
Grounded in our faith-based mission and delivered through our network of 36 churches and 23 partner schools, the programme provides accessible, affordable, and industry-aligned training across Jamaica’s south and western parishes.
Unitas of Jamaica DIACONAL/HEALTH Program
Compassion in Action. Caring for Body, Soul, and Spirit.
At Unitas of Jamaica, our Diaconal and Health Ministries exist to serve the vulnerable, uplift families, and promote holistic well-being across the communities we serve. Rooted in the Christian call to compassion and driven by our commitment to community recovery after Hurricane Melissa, our programmes reach people where they are — in homes, churches, clinics, shelters, and schools.
We believe true recovery is not only physical, but emotional, spiritual, and social. Our ministries ensure that no family is left behind.
Core Areas of Service
Community Health Outreach
We partner with local clinics, volunteer nurses, doctors, and churches to provide:
- Wellness screenings (blood pressure, diabetes, vision, hearing)
- First aid and health education
- Immunization support
- Mobile health days in remote communities
- Referrals for specialized medical care
Our health outreach targets families affected by Hurricane Melissa, ensuring they have access to basic care, prevention, and follow-up services.
Family Care & Diaconal Support
We help families rebuild their lives through:
- Emergency food and hygiene baskets
- Clothing and bedding
- School supplies for children
- Support for single parents and low-income families
- Adoption-of-a-family sponsorship connections
- Temporary shelter referrals
This ministry places families at the center of our faith-driven recovery model.
Special Projects & Income Generation
Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Community Development
As Jamaica rebuilds after the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, Unitas of Jamaica is investing in Special Projects that strengthen communities, create opportunities, and build long-term financial sustainability. Our Special Projects Unit focuses on income-generating initiatives, community enterprises, and resilience-building innovations that empower families, churches, and young people to thrive.
These projects go beyond immediate recovery they create lasting economic growth across the parishes we serve.
Key Income-Generating Projects
Greenhouse Farming & Agri-Business Development
Agriculture is central to Jamaica’s recovery.
Unitas is equipping communities with:
- Commercial greenhouse units
- Drip irrigation & rainwater harvesting
- Seedlings and crop inputs
- Training in agronomy, pest control, and organic farming
- Market access through church networks and local buyers
Church compounds and community lands serve as demonstration farms, providing food security and income for families and youth.
Skills Training Linked to Employment
Through our Vocational Centres, participants receive hands-on training in:
- Construction trades
- Hospitality & tourism
- Digital skills
- Agro Processing
- Craft and entrepreneurship