by Howard Campbell
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A number of individuals who play key roles in Jamaica’s Diaspora had been rewarded with nationwide awards right here on October 21, celebrated within the Caribbean nation as Nationwide Heroes Day.
Audrey Marks, Dr. Karren Dunkley, Dr. Novlet Davis-Bucknor and Marie Ruth Gill had been acknowledged through the Nationwide Honors and Awards ceremony which came about on the Nationwide Indoor Sports activities Centre.
Marks, Jamaica’s Ambassador to Washington, was awarded the Order of Jamaica, the nation’s fifth-highest honor. Dunkley and Davis-Bucknor acquired the Order of Distinction, Jamaica’s sixth-highest honor.

Dunkley was cited for “service to the Jamaican Diaspora in the USA” whereas Davis-Bucknor is acknowledged for “contributions to group growth and philanthropy.”
Gill was awarded the Badge of Honor for Meritorious Service. Since 1990, she has operated M. Gill & Associates, Inc., a Miami consulting firm that advises minority purchasers how one can purchase funding to open companies.

She attended the occasion with members of her household together with daughter Heather and niece, Patsy. Gill described the ambiance as “wonderful.”
“It was very nostalgic! I really feel very happy as a result of I’m being honored by my nation for doing what I like,” she informed South Florida Caribbean Information.
The recipients acquired their awards from Governor Common, Sir Patrick Allen. Prime minister Andrew Holness additionally attended the ceremony which acknowledges individuals for his or her contribution to varied sectors.
Dancehall stars Beenie Man, Bounty Killer and Nadine Sutherland in addition to actress Audrey Reid, additionally acquired the OD.