With over 35 years of experience in the voluntary, statutory, legal and private sectors in the U.K. - I founded YES DOT FOUNDATION out of a sense of purpose and passion.  Young people and families have been my priority throughout my career.

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From early childhood, I saw that my grandparents and grand aunt in Jamaica helped others: the old and the young including babies and children; families who had less than they did.  Their motto was "every little count, especially to those who had nothing". 

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With their words they gave hope, and with their acts of giving they solved problems and made a difference in the lives of many.  Throughout the years carrying thoughts of their loving acts with me, made a great difference in my careers. Purpose, Passion and People became my drive.

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Our team is passionate about young people.  We want to see them thrive and reach their potential.  We want to see them be an empowered force for change that positively transforms Jamaica. 

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We know that you want the same too!  Together we can build Dynamic, Optimistic, Talented Youths of Jamaica, an empowered force for change by taking right actions.  Support our 2030 Agenda.

I have worked for over 25 years as a chef in Europe, America, and the Caribbean.

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I will use my extensive experience as head chef in restaurants, hotels, clubs, and pubs to give YES DOT trainees a culinary adventure as if they have travelled the world.

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"I am excited about working at YES DOT where young people will be given real opportunities."

Mr. Campbell specialises in, among other things, conflict management and resolution, also in people development. He is a Project Manager, Motivational Speaker, Supreme Court Mediator, Trainer and Coach in Mediation, and a Justice of the Peace. Academically, he has a background in Law and Psychology.

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He has over 25 years of experience in working with Youths and adults in organisations such as Children First, Save The Children Fund, and Dispute Resolution Foundation (DRF) including the DRF’s Youth Department. He has also worked with Government agencies, individuals and private sector organisations in all 14 parishes of Jamaica.

I have spent some of my formative years in Children’s Homes in Jamaica. I triumphed over many life challenges.

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"One of my proudest moments was my graduation. YES DOT is giving me the greatest empowering opportunity. I am clasping it with both hands and as it is said, “a diamond doesn’t start out polished and shining, but with enough pressure and time it comes out spectacular. That’s me."

Dr. Oliver is a Registered Functional Holistic Doctor. He practises Complementary and Alternative Medicines, and is also a Bioenergetics Therapist in cell regeneration and activating adult stem cells. He practises in Jamaica, the U.K., and the U.S.A.

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My experience in the empowerment of Youths spans over 30 years. This includes working with the Harlem Cultural Centre and the New York City Education Department.

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“YES DOT encompasses all of my visions for Jamaican Youths. I have been waiting for such an opportunity to deliver empowering programmes to Jamaica’s Youths, so that they can realise their potential”.

Ms Jones-Watson is an experienced and knowledgeable human resources manager. She is also a skilled lecturer, tutor, and facilitator of Human Resource Management and aspects of Business Management. Her specialism includes Personal Development and coaching. She has a Masters in Human Resource Management and a Masters in Business Administration.

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Developing individuals and seeing them succeed drives me. I enjoy investing my skills in young people so that they can have the best experiential learning.

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"I am excited to be part of the YES DOT team".