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Jamaica to host 48th CPA CAA Regional Conference
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Jamaica to host 48th CPA CAA Regional Conference

From Jamaica Observer · () English

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  • Jamaica will host the 48th Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Caribbean, Americas and Atlantic (CAA) Region from August 30 to September 5.
  • Approximately 70 delegates, including parliamentary speakers and clerks, will attend the event in Ocho Rios.
  • Discussions will focus on topics like women in parliament, online bullying, and inclusivity, alongside showcasing Jamaican culture.

Jamaica is set to host the 48th Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), Caribbean, Americas and Atlantic (CAA) Region. The event will take place from August 30 to September 5 at the Moon Palace Jamaica in Ocho Rios, St Ann.

The conference will see all 19 Member States represented, approximately 70 persons, including parliamentary speakers, presidents, parliamentary clerks and… parliamentary officials in attendance.

— Juliet HolnessSpeaker of the House of Representatives and Chair of the Association, Juliet Holness, described the expected attendance at the conference.

Speaker of the House of Representatives and Association Chair Juliet Holness announced that delegates will begin arriving on August 30, with the official opening ceremony scheduled for August 31. The conference expects representation from all 19 Member States, bringing together around 70 participants, including parliamentary speakers, presidents, and clerks. Observer delegations from Suriname and St Martin are also invited, along with Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Secretary-General Stephen Twigg and ParlAmericas Director General Alisha Todd.

One of the areas we also incorporated in the schedule was looking at parliamentary decorum in a very wide way. And parliamentary decorum in this digital age where technology is also impacting how we look as a parliament, how we behave, how we dress, how we speak to each other, and how we speak to the wider public.

— Juliet HolnessJuliet Holness discussed the inclusion of parliamentary decorum in the digital age as a conference topic.

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness will deliver the keynote address at the opening ceremony. The day will also feature the Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians Regional Conference, offering a platform for female parliamentarians to discuss shared interests. Key topics throughout the conference include 'Women in Parliament in the Digital Age: A New Chapter for Democracy,' 'Safeguarding Women: Addressing Online Bullying in a 24/7 Digital Environment,' and 'Inclusivity: Increased Representation of Persons with Disabilities in a Digital Age.'

in a very big way

— Juliet HolnessJuliet Holness emphasized the significant cultural component planned for the conference.

Holness also highlighted discussions on parliamentary decorum in the digital age, addressing how technology influences parliamentary conduct, appearance, and communication. Select sessions will be available online via the Houses of Parliament’s website for those unable to attend in person. Beyond parliamentary engagement, the conference aims to significantly showcase Jamaica’s culture through musical performances and by providing local craft vendors an opportunity to display and sell their products. Delegates will also experience local attractions, with planned excursions to Dunn's River and Chukka.

We will take them to Dunn’s River, to Chukka, and we will go to the craft village as well and walk the Ocho Rios area, so they can see what it is like.

— Juliet HolnessJuliet Holness outlined some of the cultural excursions planned for delegates.
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