AOJUK: 60 Years of Supporting Jamaicans (UK and Jamaica)
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About us

 

The Association of Jamaicans (UK) Trust is the oldest Jamaican social welfare group in the United Kingdom. Shortly after Jamaica gained independence in August 1962, the Jamaica High Commission in London was established. High Commissioner Sir Laurence Lindo and his staff saw the need for a organisation for the Jamaican community to liaise the High Commission on social, economic, and cultural issues affecting Jamaicans in the UK.

 

Several respected leaders were invited to a meeting led by Deputy High Commissioner Mr. Reginald Phillips. After careful discussions, The Association of Jamaicans was formed in October 1962. Later, the Trust was added, giving us our name ‘The Association of Jamaicans UK Trust – AOJUK’.

 

As an organisation, we are happy to be celebrating 60 years since established, alongside Jamaica’s anniversary of independence.

 

Vision
To enhance Jamaicans’ quality of life, including those in the UK diaspora.

 

Mission

Our mission is to:

  • Support and advocate for Jamaicans in the UK
  • Share information and collaborate with the Jamaican High Commission and other groups to meet Jamaicans’ needs.
  • Raise funds and offer financial aid to Jamaicans in our homeland.

To accomplish our mission, we will:

  • Run the charity with professionalism and business acumen, following high governance standards and manage finances and assets prudently to safeguard the long-term future of the charity.

 

History & Background

Over the years, AOJUK has supported various causes both in the UK and in Jamaica. Additionally, we maintain a close relationship with the High Commission’s office, making us the first point of call in support of events such as national disasters in Jamaica. We offer financial support to individuals who encounter difficulties while in the UK.

 

AOJUK has more recently supported the following organisations:

  • St Andrews Home for Girls
  • Professor Golding Rehabilitation Centre
  • The Nathan Ebanks Foundation
  • The Jamaica National Youth Orchestra (outreach programme). We will continue to support this outreach programme in the foreseeable future. The funds raised from our Classical concert, is in support of the programme.