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JAMLEO kicks off Independence celebrations with 6th Annual Family Day BBQ

From Jamaica Gleaner · () English

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  • The Jamaican American Law Enforcement Organization (JAMLEO) launched its month-long Jamaica Independence anniversary celebrations with its sixth annual Family Day BBQ.
  • The event drew over 300 attendees, including law-enforcement officers, their families, and members of the Jamaican diaspora.
  • JAMLEO's celebration includes a flag-raising ceremony, a parade, a church service, and a heritage night.

The Jamaican American Law Enforcement Organization (JAMLEO) officially kicked off its month-long celebration of Jamaica’s 64th Independence anniversary with its sixth annual Family Day BBQ on Sunday, August 2, 2026. The event brought together more than 300 law-enforcement officers, their families, and members of the Jamaican diaspora for a day focused on fellowship and cultural pride.

Lieutenant Danae McFarlane, president of JAMLEO, emphasized the event's significance beyond food and music. "Today was about more than just food and music. It was about fellowship and honouring the people who support our service every day, our families," she stated.

The Family Day BBQ serves as the opening event for a series of commemorative activities planned by JAMLEO. These include the August 4 Flag-Raising Ceremony, the Jamaica Parade on August 8, the Diaspora Church Service on August 9, and the third annual JAMLEO Heritage Night on August 11.

Today was about more than just food and music. It was about fellowship and honouring the people who support our service every day, our families.

— Lieutenant Danae McFarlanePresident of JAMLEO, speaking at the Family Day BBQ.
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