UJAA, USA Inc.

07/26/2026

07/24/2026

The Union of Jamaican Alumni Associations (USA) Inc. (UJAA) will host its 2026 Leadership Development Academy (LDA) Week from Tuesday, August 11 through Saturday, August 15, featuring two virtual sessions followed by an in-person Summit at St. Albans Baptist Church in St. Albans, NY. This year’s theme, “Future-Proofing Your Organization,” centers on succession planning, organizational continuity, and practical strategies to help member associations sustain their work for generations to come.

Now in its fifth year, LDA was launched by UJAA to help members “ignite the leader” within themselves and their organizations. The planning team, led by President Donovan Wilson, built this year’s theme around what members identified as a top priority: how to sustain the work of their organizations for the long term. “This year LDA Week gives our member associations real tools to prepare the next generation of leaders and keep our work strong for decades to come.” says President Wilson.

The theme addresses the often-neglected work of succession planning. Sessions are being designed to provide guidelines and strategies that help leaders prepare their organizations for continuity, transition, and future growth.

LDA Week will encourage leadership teams to plan strategically for succession, member engagement, and organizational capacity. UJAA aims to carry these conversations beyond Summit Day, turning ideas into action plans that help member organizations fulfill their missions and mandates.

LDA Week’s leadership development series is designed to strengthen succession planning towards long-term sustainability of the 66 member organizations while responding to changing member needs. UJAA’s leadership is committed to using the observations, input, and conversations from LDA 2026 Week to strengthen support for all members and help prepare the next generation of leaders.
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Registration is required to attend: https://bit.ly/UJAA-LDA2026
 Tuesday, August 11 – Session 1, “Leading with Passion and Purpose” (Online, 7:30 PM)
 Thursday, August 13 – Session 2, “Creating a High-Impact Executive Team” (Online, 7:30 PM)
 Saturday, August 15 – LDA Summit (In-Person): Registration & Breakfast at 9:30 AM; Session
begins at 10:00 AM- St. Albans Baptist Church, 196-02 119th Avenue, St. Albans, NY 11412
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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT:
UJAA President, Donovan Wilson – [email protected]
Corresponding Secretary, Karlene Largie – [email protected]

07/04/2026

HAPPY INDEPENDDENCE DAY FROM THE UNION OF JAMAICAN ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONS (USA) INC. (UJAA)!

Today, we join our friends, families, and communities across the United States in celebrating the values of freedom, unity, and opportunity.

As an organization representing proud Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica, we are grateful for the privilege of serving our communities while preserving our rich heritage and giving back to the schools and country that helped shape us.

This Independence Day, let us celebrate the spirit of service, embrace the strength found in our diversity, and continue building bridges between our Jamaican roots and our American home.

From all of us at UJAA, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful, safe, and memorable Fourth of July!

Happy 4th of July!
Proudly Jamaican. Proudly Serving. Proudly United.

06/24/2026

🎓🇯🇲 Congratulations to the 2026 UJAA High School Graduate Awardees! 🇯🇲🎓

The Union of Jamaican Alumni Associations, USA, Inc. proudly celebrates these outstanding young scholars whose hard work, determination, leadership, and commitment to excellence have earned them recognition as recipients of the 36th Annual UJAA High School Graduate Awards.

As they begin the next chapter of their educational journey, we applaud not only their academic achievements but also the values they embody as members of the Jamaican diaspora. They represent the very best of our community and carry forward a proud Jamaican legacy of resilience, innovation, service, and excellence.

We are confident that these remarkable young leaders will continue to make their families, communities, and Jamaica proud as they pursue their dreams and make their mark on the world.

Please join us in congratulating the Class of 2026 and wishing them continued success in all their future endeavors!

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06/21/2026

UJAA Father's Day Social Media Post

💙 Happy Father's Day from the Union of Jamaican Alumni Associations (USA) Inc. (UJAA)! 💙

Today, we proudly celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, coaches, and father figures whose love, guidance, and unwavering support help shape our families, schools, and communities.

Your strength, sacrifice, wisdom, and commitment inspire the next generation to dream bigger, work harder, and lead with integrity.

To every dad making a difference—whether at home, in the classroom, on the field, or in the community—we thank you for the legacy you continue to build.

Happy Father's Day! May your day be filled with love, appreciation, and well-deserved celebration.

💙 Honoring Fathers. Inspiring Generations. Building Stronger Communities.

06/19/2026

❤️🖤💚 Happy Juneteenth from the Union of Jamaican Alumni Associations (USA) Inc. ❤️🖤💚*

Today, we join communities across the United States in commemorating Juneteenth—a day that marks the triumph of freedom, resilience, and hope.

As an organization dedicated to education, service, and empowering future generations, **UJAA** honors the courage of those who fought for liberty and recognizes the enduring contributions of people of African descent to our shared history and communities.

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom is strengthened through education, unity, advocacy, and collective action. Let us continue to inspire our youth, uplift our communities, and work together toward a future rooted in justice, opportunity, and equality for all.

Honoring the Past. Empowering the Present. Inspiring the Future.

Happy Juneteenth!

06/14/2026

🌟THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! 🌟

On behalf of **UJAA** and the Primary Schools Team, we extend our sincere gratitude to all of our sponsors for supporting the **2026 FIRST LEGO League National Robotics Competition**.

A special thank you to **Knutsford Express**, our **Official Transportation Sponsor**, and **HDM Jackson & Associates**, our **Official Lunch Sponsor**, for your generous contributions. Your partnership helped create an unforgettable experience for Jamaica's young innovators and demonstrates your commitment to advancing STEM education.

Thank you to all our sponsors and partners for believing in our students and investing in the next generation of engineers, programmers, innovators, and leaders.

**Together, we are building the future—one student at a time!** 🤖🇯🇲💙

06/14/2026

💙🤖 Thank You, Volunteers! 🤖💙

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers for making the 2026 FIRST LEGO League National Robotics Competition a tremendous success!

Your dedication, enthusiasm, and hard work helped create an unforgettable experience for our students and inspired the next generation of STEM leaders.

On behalf of UJAA and the Primary Schools Team, thank you for your time, passion, and commitment. We couldn't have done it without you! 👏🇯🇲

06/14/2026

🤖✨ FIRST LEGO LEAGUE 2026 COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS ✨🤖

What an incredible day at the 2026 FIRST LEGO League National Robotics Competition held at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus!

Our young innovators demonstrated creativity, teamwork, perseverance, and problem-solving as they tackled this year's FLL UNEARTHED challenge. From intense robot missions to collaborative team discussions, every moment showcased the power of STEM education in action.

The future of innovation is bright, and these students are leading the way! 🚀🇯🇲

06/14/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF THE 2026 FIRST LEGO LEAGUE NATIONAL ROBOTICS COMPETITION!

On June 6, 2026, the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) National Robotics Competition was held at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, bringing together Jamaica's brightest young innovators for an exciting day of robotics, teamwork, and STEM excellence.

🏆 Award Winners

🌟 Chairman's Award: Bermaddy Primary School
🥈 Rosemount Primary School | 🥉 Belmagie Primary School

🤖 Robot Performance Award: Creative Kids Learning Academy
🥈 Pike Primary School | 🥉 Operation Restoration Christian School

⚙️ Robot Design Award:Jericho Primary School
🥈 Beulah Primary School | 🥉 Operation Restoration Christian School

❤️ Core Values Award:Pike Primary School
🥈 York Street Primary School | 🥉 Shortwood Practising Primary School

Congratulations to every student, coach, mentor, volunteer, sponsors, and participating school for making this year's FLL UNEARTHED competition an incredible success. Together, you are building the future of STEM in Jamaica! 🚀