Let's Talk Jamaica

Leah Gervais Co-President of Interact Cory Kerns Co-President Cory KernsAriel Mallett Fundraising Chairman : 

Leah Gervais Co-President of Interact Cory Kerns Co-President Cory KernsAriel Mallett Fundraising Chairman

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Our club exists to inspire and empower others to find a way to help eradicate poverty. The goal is to work on strategic and sustainable projects in the developing world. Our 2010 mission is Jamaica.

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Let’s talk Jamaica

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DISCOVERING EQUALITY

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Jamaicans need clean water

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children need access to schools and books and help with reading

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Jamaicans need adequate housing and help in refurbishing businesses and homes

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Jamaicans need the security of a job

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how can we make a difference?

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Projects that work Projects that empower communities to build sustainable infrastructure such as schools to raise the basic standards of living. Projects are done by local organizations creating jobs. Projects that empower communities to build sustainable infrastructure such as schools to raise the basic standards of living. Projects are done by local organizations creating jobs. Projects that empower communities to build sustainable infrastructure such as schools to raise the basic standards of living. Projects are done by local organizations creating jobs. Infrastructure Economy Education

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Projects that work Projects that empower Communities to lift itself out of poverty in a sustainable way through self and social development. The projects create an actionable plan that includes all members of the community. Community Development Gender Equality Projects that empower women through financial management, health and leadership training, allowing the women to play a significant role in the development of their community. Water & Sanitation Projects that empower communities to build sustainable sources of clean water and appropriate sanitation.

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Projects that work Projects empowering communities to develop sustainable food supplies and creating equal opportunity jobs that benefits the entire community. Agriculture Health Projects providing communities with basic health and sanitation services increasing basic standards of living. Projects also provide health education for individuals. The choice is yours Our Interact Club empowers you to invest in projects that directly impact these communities and individuals in a powerful way.

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Creating lasting change! Projects are intended to shift the entire system in a lasting way – reducing poverty. Not just a temporary band-aid Approach To tackle the problem of poverty in all aspects. By coordinating efforts with the Peace Corp already established in Jamaica allows us to be most effective.

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Where we make the difference…

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Renovating the Literacy Center

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Creating Homemade Books

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Helping at an Elderly Home

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clean water and sanitation projects

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Credits Song: Waiting for the World to Change - John Mayer Song: Ain’t No Reason – Bret Dennen PPT: Edited down from Christmas Future