The Leap Company

13/09/2024

🌪️ Exciting News from The Leap Co! 🌪️

Our Chief Strategy Officer, Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee, has been named to Jamaica’s Disaster Risk Management Review Committee (DRMRC), a key body tasked with strengthening the country’s disaster preparedness. Alongside other national experts, Dr. Lyew-Ayee will help assess and improve critical infrastructure and emergency services to ensure resilience in the face of natural disasters.

We’re proud of his leadership and commitment to creating a safer, more prepared Jamaica! 🇯🇲

https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20240911/pm-announces-disaster-risk-management-review-committee

27/08/2024

📢 Studies show social interventions effectively reduce violence.🇯🇲

In Jamaica, we need long-term, evidence-based investment in social initiatives, supported by stronger laws, effective enforcement, economic growth, and policy reforms. Addressing violence means tackling its root socio-economic causes, not just the symptoms.

At Leap, we approach the layers of violence prevention through the Social Ecological Model which states that 👤 Individual factors shape personal risks. 👥 Relationships influence behaviors. 🏘️ Communities impact safety. 🌐 Societal norms and policies dictate tolerance. Each level offers insights for safer societies.



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26/08/2024

🌟 Exciting News from The Leap Co! 🌟

Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee, our Chief Strategy Officer, recently shared his professional journey and goals on TVJ's Profile. He delved into how he crafts innovative, data-driven strategies for development that propel us forward. Tune in to discover how Parris uses data to power meaningful change and drives our mission at The Leap Co! 🚀

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20/08/2024

🚨 Stay Safe on the Road: Prevent Multi-Fatality Crashes 🚨

In 2024, Jamaica has already seen multiple tragic road incidents, with the worst occurring in Trelawny, St Elizabeth, and Westmoreland. These, along with similar incidents in 2023, remind us of the critical need for vigilance and safety on our roads.

Here are three key tips to prevent multi-fatality crashes:

> Speed Management: Always adhere to speed limits. High speeds increase the likelihood of crashes and severity of impacts.
> Avoid Distracted Driving: Stay focused. Keep phones and other distractions away to ensure full attention to driving.
> Enhance Vehicle Safety: Regularly maintain your vehicle and ensure it is equipped with functional safety features.

👉 Together, we can make our roads safer and prevent the loss of lives. Drive responsibly and encourage others to do the same!

Road Safety Unit JA

20/08/2024

While most go unfelt, it's a potent reminder that earthquakes have no season and can strike anytime. We can't stop them, but with the right engineering and preparedness, we can shield ourselves from the worst impacts. Stay safe and skip the panic—knowledge and readiness are key!