The American Embassy is closed on all Jamaican and U.S. holidays. The strategy covers the FY 2000-2004 period and reflects extensive consultation with our governmental and private sector partners, as well as with other donors. The budget finances activities in support of each of the four strategic objectives and the special objective.
Funds also support strengthened environmental policies.
Improved access to quality reproductive health services, and National policies and guidelines in support of adolescent reproductive health implemented. Youth-friendly services include counseling, referrals and STD testing and access to educational materials. Program funds support activities in 72 primary schools and several NGO programs in Kingston inner-city communities. Other activities seek to increase parent and community involvement in schools, and improve management of schools through strengthening of school boards, principals and administrators skills. The CRP strategy covers the FY 2000-2004 period.