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Unitas of Jamaica and Canada Fund for Local Initiatives(CFLI) is currently implementing community-based initiatives that promote peace, strengthen resilience, and support sustainable development across Jamaica. Our projects respond to urgent community needs while building long-term capacity for growth and social cohesion
Our Current Projects
Peace Week School Engagement Project
“Voices for Peace” School Competitions: A school-based peace education initiative in Christiana and adjoining districts in Manchester Jamaica, promoting dialogue, Conflict Resolution, Mindfullness, Emotional Intellingence, Anger Management, Critical Thinking and youth leadership
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The Peace Week School Engagement Project ” Finding Peace After Your Storm” works with schools, churches, and community partners to promote a culture of peace among students and educators. Through interactive sessions, workshops, and creative activities, the project encourages non-violent conflict resolution, mutual respect, and responsible citizenship.
Focus Areas:
Peace education
Youth leadership
Violence prevention
- Creative Expressions of Peace
- Project Schools
- Quality Education Circle (QEC46) Manchester, Jamaica
- Status: Ongoing
- Partners: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI), Churches, 5 Schools, Manchester Peace Coalition, Social Development Commission, EduGlobe, Carican Media & Communication, Moravian Church in Jamaica
Hurricane Recovery & Community Resilience Project
Supporting disaster-affected communities through relief coordination, recovery planning, and psychosocial support
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This project supports communities impacted by hurricanes and other natural disasters by coordinating emergency relief, conducting damage assessments, and facilitating recovery efforts. Working with church networks and local partners, Unitas of Jamaica ensures assistance reaches the most vulnerable while promoting community-led recovery and resilience.
Focus Areas:
Disaster response and recovery
Community resilience
Humanitarian coordination
- Communities in St. Elizabeth, Westmorland, St James, Manchester and Trelawny affected by Hurricane Melissa
- Status: Ongoing
- UPDATES FYI UNITAS facilitated Anderson's Publishing Ltd located in New York to deliver one 40ft container of relief and reconstruction supplies for people affected by Hurricane Melissa. Teams of volunteers from PEC and UNITAS helped with the unpacking, sorting and distrubution. 3. Mellissa demolished the GreenHouse farm. We have to start all over again. 4. We continue to make available UNITAS status of 'Good Standing' to import donations for several recipients. This will save a lot through exemption from GCT and easier passage through customs. 5. Keep UNITAS and the work we do in your prayers.Selah.
Primary School Scholarship Support Project
Providing educational support and scholarship assistance to primary school students from vulnerable communities
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Primary to High School Scholarship Support
The Primary to High School Scholarship Support Project helps students from economically disadvantaged families successfully transition from primary school to high school—one of the most critical stages in their educational journey.
Through financial assistance, school supplies, and coordinated community support, the program removes barriers to entry and promotes confidence, continuity, and academic success at the secondary level.
Working in partnership with schools, churches, and families, Unitas of Jamaica ensures that support reaches the students who need it most—fairly, transparently, and with lasting impact.
Focused on educational equity, opportunity, and student development, this initiative empowers young learners to take the next step toward a brighter future.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a Jamaican national enrolled in a recognized primary school and transitioning to high school
- Demonstrate financial need due to a low-income or vulnerable household
- Show consistent academic effort and commitment to learning
- Be actively involved in school, church, or community activities
- Be recommended by a school administrator, church leader, or community representative
- Have parental or guardian consent
Priority may be given to students from underserved or disaster-affected communities.
