ICAJ Celebrates 39-year Milestone

On Sunday, January 11, the ICAJ marked its 39th Anniversary with Thanksgiving Services in Kingston at the First Missionary Church and in Montego Bay at the Emmanuel Chapel.

It was an occasion for members, students and well-wishers to celebrate another milestone achievement in the history of the Institute and to pray for God's guidance for the continued growth and development of the profession.

In reflecting on the 39 years of achievements, ICAJ President, Mr Linroy Marshall, paid tribute to the contribution of past and present leaders and members of Council, who have remained committed to the objectives of the Institute.

"Today, we can say with pride, that we are one of the best organized and most vibrant professional bodies in Jamaica, providing services to some 779 members…..Through our membership, we have made and continue to make an invaluable contribution to the economic and social development of Jamaica," he said.

"As a body of professionals, we see our role as dynamic and we will continue our efforts to ensure that our members are seen as trustworthy protectors of the public interest while fulfilling our mandate," Mr Marshall added.

Mr. Marshall urged members to seek, above all, not to be served but to serve and to live their lives in the best interest of others, offering service marked by nobility, integrity and the highest ethical principles.

In keeping with the celebration of the Institute's 39th anniversary, the ICAJ President presented a cheque, on behalf of the Institute, to First Missionary Church to assist with its outreach programme.

The Anniversary Church Service in Kingston was attended by Past Presidents, Mr. Kenneth Lewis, Mr. Aulous Madden and Mr. Garth Kiddoe as well as Council Members, Miss Prunella Vassell, Mr. Dennis Brown and Mr. Patrick Chin as well as Secretary, Mr. Victor Markman. Executive Director, Mrs. Sidonne Whitelock, other ICAJ members, Secretariat staff, family members and friends also shared in the thanksgiving service.

Vice-President, Mr. Leighton McKnight, who represented the Institute at the Service in Montego Bay and delivered greetings on behalf of the President, also presented a cheque donation to the Emmanuel Chapel. The Service in Montego Bay was attended by ICAJ Members, their families, students and well-wishers from the Western region.

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