Hurricane Melissa : Update No 3
The Jamaican Association of Australia (JAA), working in lockstep with our Jamaican and Caribbean diaspora partners across the country, is coordinating relief efforts to support Jamaica’s post-Hurricane Melissa Recovery. We’re taking a moment to thank the dedicated individuals, businesses, and grassroots groups who are putting their heart and soul into raising funds and delivering aid for this crucial mission.
🤝 Core Strategic Partnership: Addressing Urgent Security Needs
As heartbreaking reports filter through from Jamaica detailing how criminal elements are exploiting the widespread power outages, the JAA is pivoting fast to deliver urgent support especially lighting and safety gear to vulnerable families and critical facilities on the ground.
This push for lighting and power sources is a tangible way to help; it’s something people can truly get behind and see their donation deliver immediate, concrete safety on the ground.
Give a family or shelter light – Sponsor Here
Our efforts are massively bolstered by our core collaboration with SmartAid. We are proud to highlight this essential partnership, as their expertise in disaster logistics and operational coordination is absolutely vital, ensuring we can get life-saving supplies delivered swiftly and effectively right where they’re needed most to protect communities.
🇦🇺Acknowledging Our Community and Business Partners
We want to express a huge shout-out and thank you to the following organisations. They’ve been working tirelessly alongside the JAA and other international bodies to provide critical support on the ground in Jamaica.
Diaspora Community Groups
● The Jamaican Association of Queensland
● Perth Caribbean Association
● Caribbean Association of Victoria (CaribVic)
● South Australia Caribbean Community
● Jamaican Community – Gladstone
Community Businesses & Supporters
● Goodies Patties
● Stick Marebo Production
● Jamaican Delight
● Kazz Jamaican Kitchen
The foundation of our work truly rests on the generosity and commitment of the Australian community. Your passion has mobilised essential resources, turning local initiatives into critical, real-world support for the recovery mission.
Continue the Support
We’ve achieved a lot, but the rebuilding phase is really just kicking off. We’d like to remind all our supporters that various other fundraising events are continuing to pop up across all Australian states. We strongly encourage everyone to check local listings and keep participating in these vital initiatives. Every single contribution helps restore homes, communities, and livelihoods.
Thank you for standing by Jamaica, Together.
