08/06/2026
.cllr on Saturday June 6, 2026 officially welcomed members of the 26th Annual Medical and Education Mission during a Meet and Greet Reception held at the in Montego Bay.
The mission team, made up of over 80 volunteers from various parts of the United States, will spend the next week serving communities across Western Jamaica through medical outreach, educational support, scholarships, school supplies, appliances and other forms of assistance aimed at improving the lives of students and families.
Medical teams will be deployed across several sections of the western parishes, while students from different communities will benefit from scholarship opportunities and educational support initiatives.
Mayor Vernon also specially recognized JAAC President, Mr. Patrick Williams, for his continued contribution and commitment to the mission over the years.
While in Jamaica, the volunteers will not only serve communities through outreach programmes, but will also experience the island’s rich culture, beauty and hospitality by visiting several attractions and locations across the region.
Mayor Vernon thanked the team for choosing Jamaica once again and commended their continued dedication to service, compassion and community development.