Jamaica’s prime diplomat within the USA might be honored with the Girl of Distinction Award. The award might be given throughout JCOBA-NY’s magnificent celebration of excellence and achievement. The occasion might be held on the Kaufman Music Heart’s Merkin Corridor in Manhattan on Saturday, October 14, 2023.
Jamaica’s Ambassador to america Audrey P. Marks. (Picture Derrick Scott)
The Griffin Awards, the top among the many affiliation’s philanthropic occasions, honors distinctive people whose profound influence on their communities resonates with the core values of Jamaica School.
Amongst this 12 months’s different honorees, JCOBA-NY will acknowledge Dr. Joseph Tait. Tait is a member of the JC Class of ’53. They are going to be adorning him with the Order of the Griffin – Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Dr. Tait
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The grandeur of the night might be amplified with a fascinating efficiency by the world-acclaimed classical pianist Alan Hobbins. A Jamaica School alumnus, Hobbins’ exceptional expertise and breathtaking artistry, which JCOBA-NY guarantees will go away the viewers spellbound, embodying the spirit of Jamaican excellence.
The Griffin Awards
JCOBA-NY President Carl Bennett
In anticipation of and 2023 extraordinary version of the occasion, JCOBA-NY President Carl Bennett was bursting with enthusiasm, providing how “the Griffin Awards characterize a fruits of expertise, achievement, and a shared dedication to training, youth empowerment, and neighborhood upliftment.” He added “We’re honored to acknowledge Ambassador Marks and Dr. Tait for his or her exceptional contributions. Along with the usually mesmerizing efficiency by Alan Hobbins, the Griffin Awards guarantees to be an unforgettable night that celebrates the most effective of Jamaica School and our Jamaican heritage.”
Bennett defined that “The Griffin Awards brings collectively distinguished alumni, company, sponsors, supporters, and neighborhood members, forging an unmatched occasion to have fun Jamaican excellence whereas elevating funds for numerous impactful initiatives at Jamaica School. Most notably, this encompasses our visionary Robotics Program—a transformative initiative (the brainchild of JCOBA-NY)—that’s reshaping the nation and igniting inspiration in future generations.”