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| Abbreviation | GGPE |
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| Formation | 2014 |
| Founder | The Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen |
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| Website | Official Website |
The Governor-General's Programme for Excellence (GGPE) is a Jamaican civic initiative officially launched in 2014. It was created by His Excellency The Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen to consolidate two significant national programs: the Governor-General's Achievement Awards (GGAA) and the I Believe Initiative (IBI). The GGPE promotes excellence, community service, and leadership throughout Jamaica.
History
editThe GGPE was established in February 2014 by Sir Patrick Allen as a cohesive framework that brings together two pre-existing initiatives: the Governor-General’s Achievement Awards (GGAA), founded in 1991, and the 'I Believe Initiative' (IBI), launched in 2011. The GGAA was introduced by then Governor-General, Sir Howard Cooke, to recognize Jamaicans making significant contributions to their communities despite challenging circumstances. In 2006, Sir Kenneth Hall expanded the GGAA to include youth and diaspora categories.
The I Believe Initiative (IBI), inspired by Sir Patrick Allen’s 2009 inaugural address, seeks to restore hope among Jamaican youth by focusing on family, education, and youth leadership. The GGPE continues to support these pillars through various projects, including the Youth Consultative Conference and the Summer of Service Scholarship Programme.
Milestones
edit- 1991 – Launch of the Governor-General's Achievement Awards (GGAA)
- 2006 – Expansion of the GGAA to include youth and diaspora categories under Sir Kenneth Hall
- 2011 – Launch of the I Believe Initiative (IBI) under Sir Patrick Allen
- 2014 – Establishment of the Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence (GGPE)
Programmes
editThe GGPE encompasses two key initiatives:
- Governor-General's Achievement Awards (GGAA): Recognizes Jamaicans for their contributions to community development and nation-building. Awards are granted across Jamaica's 14 parishes and the diaspora.
- I Believe Initiative (IBI): Focuses on family, youth, and education, seeking to empower young people to believe in their potential and to contribute to the development of their communities.
National Coordinators
editThe following individuals have served as national coordinators of the GGPE:
- Mr. Henri Hendricks (1991–1993)
- Mr. Roy Dickson (1994–1997)
- Mr. Larklin W. Hall, OD (1998–2003)
- Mr. Hugh Morris (2004–2014)
- Major (Ret’d) Effiom Whyte, OD (2015–2017)
- Ms. Sonja Simms, JP (2018–2020)
- Mr.Abrahim Simmonds (2020–2023)
- Ms. Tricia N. Grier, JP (2024–Present)
Patron
editThe current patron of the GGPE is His Excellency The Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen, ON, GCMG, CD, KStJ, the Governor-General of Jamaica. His leadership and vision have been instrumental in the creation and expansion of the programme.