Digicel Jamaica Foundation’s Support Helps Special Olympics Jamaica Train During COVID-19 Pandemic
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the sports world was put on hold. But, that did not stop the Digicel Jamaica Foundation from supporting Special Olympics Jamaica (SOJ). Finally, after much anticipation and a two-year hiatus from any major tournaments, SOJ was once again able to compete at the USA Games in Orlando, Florida from June 5 […]
Digicel Jamaica Foundation Uplifts Bethlehem Home
Bethlehem Home on High Holborn Street in downtown Kingston is a safe haven for people with special needs and disabilities in the Jamaican community. It provides housing, shelter, therapy and educational services to more than 60 residents. Bethlehem Home is overseen by Missionaries of the Poor, a Roman Catholic institution with over 600 members that […]
Centres of Excellence Programme Assists Hospital and Rehab Centre for Children With Special Needs
The Digicel Trinidad and Tobago Foundation has always prioritised those with special needs in its mission to create a more equitable and inclusive world for all. It works to empower this group through a variety of different ways, perhaps most importantly by providing them with accessible safe spaces in order to receive the care they […]
Digicel Jamaica Foundation Funds a J$10 Million Restoration Project for the Jamaica Paralympic Association
In March 2022, the Digicel Jamaica Foundation joined forces with the Jamaica Paralympic Association (JPA) to better the paralympic basketball court, located in Kingston, for current and future community members and athletes.The JPA was established in 2008 and used the recent J$10 million investment to make some major improvements to the facility, focusing on enhanced […]
The Digicel Jamaica Foundation Backs the Disabilities Act as It Ushers in a New Era of Opportunities for Disabled Persons
The Disabilities Act is a step toward creating opportunities for employment and education to better serve the needs of those living with disabilities. Originally passed in 2014, the Disabilities Act ushers in legislation to promote equal rights for disabled persons and prohibit discrimination against them. As an advocate for the special needs community in Jamaica, […]
Digicel Jamaica Foundation Sponsor Special Olympics Jamaica’s Training Facility Refurbishment to Support Athletes
The Digicel Jamaica Foundation has been a supporter of Special Olympics Jamaica (SOJ) for over 20 years. As part of this partnership, the foundation completed refurbishments of the SOJ multipurpose facility in Independence Park to support athletes and their preparations for upcoming competitions. The Special Olympics offers year-round sports training and competitions for people with […]
Digicel Jamaica Foundation Holds Workplace Inclusivity Conference For Better Inclusion of Disabled Workers
The Digicel Jamaica Foundation’s conference on ‘Overcoming Challenges to Workplace Inclusivity’ facilitated conversations on the importance of inclusion for disabled persons in the workplace. A panel of local and international advocates led the conference alongside host Dr Terri-Karelle Reid where discussion focused on how legislation, technological developments and mindset shifts will be imperative to bridging […]
Special Olympics Jamaica Sports Facility To Be Refurbished Thanks to Digicel Foundation
Special Olympics Jamaica Sports Facility To Be Refurbished Thanks to Digicel Foundation Founded in 1978, the Special Olympics Jamaica has over 4,000 registered athletes and unified partners. The organisation’s core mission is to provide year-round training and competition to youth and adult athletes with intellectual disabilities. Unfortunately, deterioration at the main sports facility in Jamaica […]
The Digicel Foundation Supports Autistic Society of Trinidad and Tobago
Across the globe, lives have been disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While disruptions in routine can be difficult for everyone, they can be especially difficult for those with autism spectrum disorders. According to research, persons with autism spectrum disorders thrive on routine. To make the adjustment to the unpredictable pandemic lifestyle more comfortable for […]
Digicel Group Makes Valuable 500 Commitment to People with Disabilities
On 17 May 2021, Denis O’Brien signed The Valuable 500 Commitment, bringing Digicel Group into the forefront of this important, global-reaching disability inclusion movement. The Valuable 500 is an inclusion movement aimed at making ability a key business leadership agenda and celebrating leaders and organizations that make this their priority. The ‘500’ in The Valuable […]