Our Purpose

The purpose of JARI is to support and advance the economic, political, social and cultural interests of Jamaicans living in Rhode Island.

JARI will accomplish its mission by operating a non-profit organization that will be used as the basis to link, bind, generate support and foster, as well as build a sense of community for the Jamaican residents of Rhode Island.

JARI members will participate in the life of the Jamaican community through activities such as support, networking, social and fundraising events, that promote the welfare of the Rhode Island Jamaican Community, and to facilitate communication/cooperation among and between the various segments of the Rhode Island Jamaican Community, elected officials, and community leaders in Rhode Island.