Jamaica National Commission for UNESCO

Mission: The role of the Jamaica National Commission for UNESCO (JNC-UNESCO) is to involve in UNESCO’s activities, the various national, regional and international partners working for the advancement of education, science, culture, communication and information so that each Member State may play an ever-increasing role in UNESCO’s work and particularly in the information and execution of its programmes.

Objectives: 

1. Promote the free flow of ideas and advance mutual understanding of all people: By collaborating with UNESCO Member States, the Commission promotes educational, scientific and cultural activities to develop equality for all.

2. Maintain, increase and disseminate knowledge: The Commission encourages international exchange of expertise and facilitates sharing items of artistic and scientific significance.

3. Advise the Government of Jamaica on issues relevant to UNESCO’s objectives: The Commission ensures that government ministries working to advance education, science, culture and information are involved in UNESCO’s activities.

4. Facilitate implementation of UNESCO’s programmes at the national level: The Commission administers specific resolutions adopted at UNESCO’s General Conferences, consistent with Jamaican Government policies.

5. Publicize UNESCO fellowships, study grants and appointments: The Commission offers educational opportunities under general direction of the appropriate government authority.