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UNDP has been a development partner of Jamaica since January 1976 and promotes the advancement of inclusive and sustainable development for the people of the country. Through its work, UNDP helps to empower lives and build resilient Jamaica. Read More
2011 Human Development Report launched
The 2011 Human Development Report (HDR) shows Jamaica with an improved position at 79 out of 187 countries and territories. The Report which has as its theme Sustainability and Equity: A Better Future for All was launched in Copenhagen, Denmark on November 2. Read More
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The following news stories illustrate what the UNDP is doing to achieve the MDGs in Jamaica.
Goal 1: Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
May 22, 2012
“Promoting Development through Better Statistics: A Public-Private Partnership”
January 30, 2012
UNDP Signs Agreement for Support to New National Approach to Juvenile Justice
December 02, 2011
Beekeeping in St. Thomas featured for “One Day On Earth” on 11.11.11
September 12, 2011
Over 50 youth equipped to start business in honey production
September 07, 2011
Agriculture opens new doors for young Jamaicans
June, 07, 2011
Beekeeping as a business source for rural Jamaica
May 19, 2011
Career day in Agriculture: an interview with St. Thomas youth
March 24, 2011
Over 244 youths trained in four rural parishes
March 21, 2011
UNDP Supports Movement towards a National Statistical System for Jamaica
February 9, 2011
“Equip, Empower, Engage” – Career Exposition reaches over 1500 students
Goal 3: Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women
19 March, 2012
March 12, 2012
November 10, 2011
March 21, 2011
The United Nations celebrating International Women's Day 2011
Goal 6: Combat HIV / AIDS, Malaria and other diseases
August 16, 2012
Goal 7: Ensure environmental sustainability
September 12, 2012
Protecting the Ozone Layer and Safeguarding the Global Climate: New project launched in Jamaica!
August 17, 2012
Sustainable Energy for All Initiative Launch in Jamaica
July 27, 2012
Act Now, Save Later: new UN social media campaign launched
June 26, 2012
Rio+20 Legacy: World Centre for Sustainable Development launched by Brazil and UNDP
June 20, 2012
Going beyond GDP, UNDP proposes human development measure of sustainability
May 25 , 2012
“Rainwater Harvesting” project: Empowering St. Elizabeth farmers to build a sustainable future
May 24, 2012
Energy: Clean-Affordable-Everywhere
May 23, 2012
UNDP Goodwill Ambassador Antonio Banderas invites people to join the global conversation on Rio+20
May 09, 2012
May 02, 2012
Small Island States Take Steps to Become Energy Independent and End Poverty
April 30, 2012
“ONE DAY ON EARTH” motion picture screened in Jamaica!
March 19, 2012
Cassava River wins Climate Change Community Poster CompetitionMarch 18, 2012
Global Forum in Istanbul to focus on action agenda for UN “Rio + 20” Sustainable Development summit
March 06, 2012
January 28, 2012
November 04, 2011
2011 Human Development Report launched
October 26, 2011
October 10, 2011
“Adapting to Climate Change: We’re Ready. Are you?” - Poster Competition Launched
June 23, 2011
June 22, 2011
UNDP's contribution to the JIEP 5th Biennial Conference
May 9, 2011
March 31, 2011
Woodford Residents pursue Sustainable Agriculture
March 25, 2011
Five Jamaican Communities Adapting to Climate Change
February 15, 2011
USD $ 7.8 million for supporting Jamaica's National Protected Areas!
February 4, 2011
Jamaican Projects in Keeping with Goals of International Year of Forests 2011
January 26, 2011
UNDP Jamaica Office Joins National Effort to Get Energy Efficient!
Global Status of MDGs:
July 27, 2012
Global Reports
UNDP Annual Report 2011/2012
Millennium Development Goals Report 2012
Sustainable Development: Time for Action
Triple Wins for Sustainable Development
Democratic Governance
Environment & Energy
Poverty Reduction