Serving the unique and cultural needs of the Jamaican Diaspora in Greater New Haven and beyond. 

PROMOTE • ENCOURAGE • ADVANCE • PROVIDE • CELEBRATE

 

 

LEARN ABOUT J.A.C.

We create avenues to celebrate, showcase and honor our heritage through art, religion, food, music philanthropy, education and business. 

TRAILBLAZER BANQUET

Our annual awards banquet honors individuals who have blazed the trail in their respective professions, paving the way for other to follow. 

MEET OUR BOARD

The Jamaican American Connection (JAC) was started in the summer of 2010 by Jamaicans who live in the Greater New Haven area.

 
 

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Calling all Yaadies and lovers of exotic mangoes! 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲Jamaican Julie and East Indian mangoes🥭🥭 are now at @islandspicellc on Wintrop Avenue.
Calling all Yaadies and lovers of exotic mangoes! 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲Jamaican Julie and East Indian mangoes🥭🥭 are now at @islandspicellc on Wintrop Avenue.
Attended the #juneteenth celebration on Ivy Street in New Haven.
Attended the #juneteenth celebration on Ivy Street in New Haven.
Members volunteering today at Bassett Street School with Mt. Zion SDA Church. #wereinthecommunity
Members volunteering today at Bassett Street School with Mt. Zion SDA Church. #wereinthecommunity
We will be supporting and volunteering this community outreach today, organized by Mt. Zion SDA Church. See you there! #jacnewhaven #weareinthecommunity
We will be supporting and volunteering this community outreach today, organized by Mt. Zion SDA Church. See you there! #jacnewhaven #weareinthecommunity
Happy Father's Day to the amazing Dads of our organization and community. #fiunouday #fadaday #jacdads
Happy Father's Day to the amazing Dads of our organization and community. #fiunouday #fadaday #jacdads
Happening to TODAY at 6:00 PM on ZOOM and Facebook Live! See you there!
Happening to TODAY at 6:00 PM on ZOOM and Facebook Live! See you there!
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news t
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free. Note that this was two and a half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation - which had become official January 1, 1863. #weblackandweproud #freedom #emancipation #stillinthefightforfreedom
The Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly upended our lives. Now more than ever, we must be good stewards of our mental hygiene. @jacnewhaven invites you to join us for an informative session led by community experts of Caribbean descent exploring unique
The Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly upended our lives. Now more than ever, we must be good stewards of our mental hygiene. @jacnewhaven invites you to join us for an informative session led by community experts of Caribbean descent exploring unique challenges faced by immigrants, coping strategies, resilience, and the value of accessing your support system. Join us on our page on Facebook for this LIVE event on Saturday June 20th, at 6pm. See you there! #weareinthistogether #urbantrauma
Create a #watchparty and encourage your family and friends to fill out the #2020census while rocking to the beat of of #reggaemusic @nadinesutherland @iamchrismartin @jesseroyal1 @zacjonesstony @dmajormuzic
Create a #watchparty and encourage your family and friends to fill out the #2020census while rocking to the beat of of #reggaemusic @nadinesutherland @iamchrismartin @jesseroyal1 @zacjonesstony @dmajormuzic
Until the philosophy Which hold one race superior and another Inferior Is finally And permanently Discredited And abandoned Everywhere is war Me say war That until there no longer First class and second class citizens of any nation Until the color o
Until the philosophy Which hold one race superior and another Inferior Is finally And permanently Discredited And abandoned Everywhere is war Me say war That until there no longer First class and second class citizens of any nation Until the color of a man's skin Is of no more significance than the color of his eyes Me say war That until the basic human rights Are equally guaranteed to all Without regard to race Dis a war That until that day The dream of lasting peace, World citizenship Rule of international morality Will remain in but a fleeting illusion to be pursued, But never attained Now everywhere is war War And until the ignoble and unhappy regimes That hold our brothers in Angola In Mozambique South Africa Sub-human bondage Have been toppled Utterly destroyed…
Our president, @karaineholness was invited by State Representative Robyn Porter to be a part of this conversation hosted by CWCSEO and the BPRC about how to safely re-open beauty salons and barbershops in Connecticut. You can view this discussion on
Our president, @karaineholness was invited by State Representative Robyn Porter to be a part of this conversation hosted by CWCSEO and the BPRC about how to safely re-open beauty salons and barbershops in Connecticut. You can view this discussion on the Commissionin Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity Facebook Page at 1:00PM - 3:00PM. Hope you tune in! #jacnewhaven #hairskaysalon #94thdistrictNewhavenHamden #jamaicanhairstylistinnewhaven
#happyeaster #jacnewhaven
#happyeaster #jacnewhaven
Jamaica needs our help! Tune in and support.
Jamaica needs our help! Tune in and support.
Hey everyone! I know a lot of people are seeing decreased or NO sales or business during this troubled time so let’s see if we can put hands and hearts together and help each other. If you have a business please post a link to your website or I
Hey everyone! I know a lot of people are seeing decreased or NO sales or business during this troubled time so let’s see if we can put hands and hearts together and help each other. If you have a business please post a link to your website or IG so we can know what you offer. Hopefully, your next customer comes from this page. Each one helps one! We can do this! #jacnewhaven #supportsmallbusiness
Island Spice Restaurant @islandstandardllc and @jacnewhaven delivered lunch for workers on the front line at YNHH ER @yalenewhavenhospital. We thank them for their service during these uncertain times. #communityservice #ourcommunity
Island Spice Restaurant @islandstandardllc and @jacnewhaven delivered lunch for workers on the front line at YNHH ER @yalenewhavenhospital. We thank them for their service during these uncertain times. #communityservice #ourcommunity
Today at 12:30 pm, Dr. Camelia Lawrence @dr_camelia_lawrence, Director of Breast Surgery at Midstate Medical and the Hospital of Central Connecticut will be on @wtnh8 to talk about COVID-19 and breast cancer care. Dr. Lawrence has excellent advice f
Today at 12:30 pm, Dr. Camelia Lawrence @dr_camelia_lawrence, Director of Breast Surgery at Midstate Medical and the Hospital of Central Connecticut will be on @wtnh8 to talk about COVID-19 and breast cancer care. Dr. Lawrence has excellent advice for cancer patients and the public in general! #blackgirlmagic #tallawahjamaican #jacmember #hartfordhealthcare #mobayshecomefrom
The Jamaican American Connection, Inc. fosters, promote and support positive values within our community & beyond. So it comes as no surprise that amidst the Coronavirus epidemic members joined forces to serve our community during a time of great
The Jamaican American Connection, Inc. fosters, promote and support positive values within our community & beyond. So it comes as no surprise that amidst the Coronavirus epidemic members joined forces to serve our community during a time of great need. Yesterday, over 200 residents of the Greater New Haven community were served authentic Jamaican cuisine. The day was overcast but the air was filled with hope, gratitude, warmth and irie vibes while adhering to social distancing & crowd avoidance. Sincere gratitude to our compassionate chefs & servers of @islandspicellc who continue to provide needed resources to help us live our mission of service. Special recognition to our volunteers: Nadine, Sonia, Yvonne, Allison, Yvette & Karaine
Getting ready to be of service to our #newhaven community during this crucial time! #covid19
Getting ready to be of service to our #newhaven community during this crucial time! #covid19
Calling all Yaadies and lovers of exotic mangoes! 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲Jamaican Julie and East Indian mangoes🥭🥭 are now at @islandspicellc on Wintrop Avenue. Attended the #juneteenth celebration on Ivy Street in New Haven. Members volunteering today at Bassett Street School with Mt. Zion SDA Church. #wereinthecommunity We will be supporting and volunteering this community outreach today, organized by Mt. Zion SDA Church. See you there! #jacnewhaven #weareinthecommunity Happy Father's Day to the amazing Dads of our organization and community. #fiunouday #fadaday #jacdads Happening to TODAY at 6:00 PM on ZOOM and Facebook Live! See you there! Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news t The Covid-19 pandemic has undoubtedly upended our lives. Now more than ever, we must be good stewards of our mental hygiene. @jacnewhaven invites you to join us for an informative session led by community experts of Caribbean descent exploring unique Create a #watchparty and encourage your family and friends to fill out the #2020census while rocking to the beat of of #reggaemusic @nadinesutherland @iamchrismartin @jesseroyal1 @zacjonesstony @dmajormuzic Until the philosophy Which hold one race superior and another Inferior Is finally And permanently Discredited And abandoned Everywhere is war Me say war That until there no longer First class and second class citizens of any nation Until the color o Our president, @karaineholness was invited by State Representative Robyn Porter to be a part of this conversation hosted by CWCSEO and the BPRC about how to safely re-open beauty salons and barbershops in Connecticut. You can view this discussion on #happyeaster #jacnewhaven Jamaica needs our help! Tune in and support. Hey everyone! I know a lot of people are seeing decreased or NO sales or business during this troubled time so let’s see if we can put hands and hearts together and help each other. If you have a business please post a link to your website or I Island Spice Restaurant @islandstandardllc and @jacnewhaven delivered lunch for workers on the front line at YNHH ER @yalenewhavenhospital. We thank them for their service during these uncertain times. #communityservice #ourcommunity Today at 12:30 pm, Dr. Camelia Lawrence @dr_camelia_lawrence, Director of Breast Surgery at Midstate Medical and the Hospital of Central Connecticut will be on @wtnh8 to talk about COVID-19 and breast cancer care. Dr. Lawrence has excellent advice f The Jamaican American Connection, Inc. fosters, promote and support positive values within our community & beyond. So it comes as no surprise that amidst the Coronavirus epidemic members joined forces to serve our community during a time of great Getting ready to be of service to our #newhaven community during this crucial time! #covid19
 

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