DELAWARE X JAMAICA
Delaware and Jamaica share a dynamic connection that energizes the spirit of Reggae in the Park 2025. This event not only honors reggae music but also emphasizes the collaboration between our local organization in Delaware and Jamaica. Supporters of Reggae in the Park include The Jah Jah Foundation in New York & Jamaica, which focuses on medical outreach and community assistance. Additionally, the Universal Negro Improvement Association of Jamaica's recognition of the posthumous pardon of civil rights leader Marcus Garvey in Delaware adds significant historical depth to this bond, underscoring the importance of unity and pride. With the influence of The Jah Jah Foundation and UNIA further enhancing this relationship, these elements together weave a vibrant tapestry of shared heritage music, and community spirit that unites everyone in celebration.
STEPHEN MARLEY RECEIVES THE WILMINGTON DE KEY TO THE CITY 2024
In a Momentous Occasion, Stephen Marley, the Son of the Legendary Bob Marley, Has Received the Key to the City of Wilmington, Delaware, His Birthplace. This Honor, Bestowed Upon Him in 2024, Recognizes His Contributions to Music and Culture. The Delaware Reggae Coalition Played a Pivotal Role in Making This Celebration Possible, Highlighting the Strong Connection Between Reggae Music and the Community. This Event Marks a Significant Milestone in Honoring Both Stephen's Legacy and the Vibrant Spirit of Wilmington.
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Honoring Legacy
Stephen Marley & The Garvey Connection
Stephen Marley is a Grammy Award Winning Artist, Producer, and Proud Son of Delaware, Born in Wilmington, Delaware on April 20, 1972. The Second Eldest Son of Reggae Icon Bob Marley, Stephen Has Carved Out His Own Powerful Legacy in Music While Honoring the Roots of His Family’s Global Influence.
Renowned for His Rich Vocals, Conscious Lyrics, and Masterful Production, Stephen Has Won Multiple Grammy Awards Including Best Reggae Album for Mind Control, Revelation Part 1: The Root of Life, and Revelation Part 2: The Fruit of Life. His Work Blends Roots Reggae With Contemporary Sounds, Appealing to Both Traditional Reggae Lovers and New Generations of Fans.
Beyond His Solo Success, Stephen Marley is One of the Most Respected Producers in Reggae and Hip-hop, Having Worked With Artists Such as Damian Marley, Nas, Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, Wyclef Jean, and Alicia Keys. His Influence Reaches Far Beyond the Stage, Shaping the Sound of Modern Conscious Music Worldwide.
Stephen Marley’s Delaware Roots Make Him a Powerful Source of Pride for the Local Caribbean and Cultural Community, Embodying Excellence, Heritage, and Global Impact.
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JAHJAH FOUNDATION
The mission of the JAHJAH Foundation is to engage the Jamaican Diaspora, and friends of Jamaica all around the world, to assist with the development of Jamaica. The Foundation concentrates their philanthropic efforts in the areas of health, social and human services, and education, through partnerships with Jamaica’s public hospitals, schools, and communities.
There are more people of Jamaican origin living outside of Jamaica than those living in Jamaica. Some experts report that there has been a “brain drain” in Jamaica where some of our brightest minds leave the island, usually for economic reasons. Brain drain often results in the de-skilling of the workforce in the country of origin, while the receiving country benefits from the knowledge and experiences of the skilled individuals. It is time for those who have left Jamaica to look back and give a helping hand. No one knows what the future holds, so a better Jamaica can only be best for all of us.
UNIA-ACL
The Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League is a social, friendly, humanitarian, charitable, educational, financial, institutional, constructive and expansive society, and is founded by persons desiring to the utmost to work for the general uplift of the people of African ancestry of the world. And the members pledge themselves to do all in their power to conserve the rights of their noble race and to respect the rights of all mankind, believing always in the Brotherhood of Man and the Fatherhood of God.
The motto of the organization is "One God! One Aim! One Destiny!" Therefore, let justice be done to all mankind, realizing that if the strong oppresses the weak, confusion and discontent will ever mark the path of man but with love, faith and charity towards all the reign of peace and plenty will be heralded into the world and the generations of men shall be called Blessed.