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Dr Farin Williams (right), newly elected national president of JCI Jamaica, receives congratulations from outgoing National President Marklon Bedward after his election at JCI Jamaica’s annual convention at the Grand Palladium Resort & Spa in Lucea, Hano
October 9, 2026 Derrick Scott/Contributor

New JCI Jamaica president pledges focus on leadership and community service

Dr Farin Williams has been elected national president of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Jamaica for 2027, pledging to place leadership development, community service, health and wellness, and entrepreneurship at the centre of his tenure. Williams, a member of JCI Hopewell in Hanover, was elected on Sunday during JCI Jamaica’s annual convention at the Grand Palladium Resort & Spa in Lucea, Hanover. He will assume office on January 1, 2027, succeeding National President Marklon Bedward.

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