The Governor General of Jamaica His Excellency the Most Honorable Sir Patrick Allen states that, " I believe we can use the things that are right with Jamaica to right the ones that are wrong" It is in this light, that my 2014 dream for my county Jamaica, my beautiful island home is as follows:
1. Citizens will have access to more educational facilities, predominately tertiary level education irrespective of their economic status. Nelson Mandela rightly states "education is the most powerful weapon which can be used to change the world". In this light, citizens will be motivated to achieve their goals and create an atmosphere where everyone will be held accountable for their own growth and development.
2.The country will return to its roots where God is the center and where everything revolves around Him. Where we as a people will fear him and follow His commandments. A nation built by God cannot be set apart.
3. All Jamaica are given the opportunity to unleash our God given talents and make a positive indelible mark on the lives we come across while placing Jamaica on the map, like all the others before us have done. E.g. Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Usain Bolt, Shelly Ann-Frazer, Sean Paul and most recently Tessanne Chin. Build what is endemic to Jamaica, good food, good vibe, and a people that is passionate. Everyone can rise above their circumstances and achieve success if they are dedicated to and passionate about what they do -Nelson Mandela.
4. A better system of government where the interest of the people is held at heart and not merely to see or obtain power.
5. A more family oriented society with responsible and dependable parents predominately fathers who will ensure that our nations children's cognitive, psychosocial, emotional, and physical development are catered to in an effective and efficient manner. "I believe the children are the future teach them well and let them lead the way" -Whitney Houston
"If a country is to be corruption free and become a nation of beautiful minds, I strongly feel there are three societal members who can make a difference. They are: the father, the mother and the teacher"-Abdul Kalam
6. More crime prevention and eradication methods are put in place and reinforced to preserve the lives of the nation's people. this can be executed in several ways: 1. Provide active clubs and societies to engage young people predominately school drop outs, unemployed and unengaged. 2. Provide skills training centres and job opportunities after the completion of training.3. Inform citizens of their rights and how to exercise them.
In essence, I support the nation's 2030 Vision Statement, where Jamaica will be the place of choice to live, raise families and do business.