Did you know that 1 in 8 people around the world lives with mental health conditions? The COVID-19 pandemic caused a 25% increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide. According to WHO it created a global crisis for mental health. We want persons to be aware of how […]
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A weekly interview program of The Missionary Church Association in Jamaica.
Myleen Dormer, Guest on Moment of Hope
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. When we raise our voices together we help spread the word about the importance of breast cancer screening and support. Support is available for us women. Be open to sharing your story. […]
Continue readingMarjaalaine Francis, Guest on Moment of Hope
We may be familiar with the term “challenges come in all sizes, shapes, and forms”. But it is how we approach them and persevere that determines how we learn and grow. Have you or anyone you know had the experience of an “Absentee Father”? Can you identify with the pain […]
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Dr. Julian McKoy-Davis, Guest on Moment of Hope
This month we also observe Alzheimer’s Awareness, inviting people across the world to unite and raise awareness, to challenge the stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and all types of dementia. For Alzheimer’s Disease International, this year’s theme is “Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s” which focuses on the diagnosis, the warning signs of […]
Continue readingThriving With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
September is observed as “Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness Month“. One in ten women is affected by PCOS. The aim of PCOS Awareness Month is to help improve the lives of those affected and to help them overcome their syndrome as well as prevent or reduce their risk for life-threatening related […]
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Journey Back To School – Arlene Hay on Moment of Hope
Can you believe it? We are in September and it is time for back to school. Still in a pandemic, but thankfully we are no longer under lockdown. In the last two school years, students were predominantly engaged in virtual learning. Unfortunately for some, there was no learning as some […]
Continue readingSuicide Prevention: Creating Hope Through Action
Regardless of the challenges you may be experiencing personally, it is only temporary. You can get through this. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 700,000 people die by suicide each year. Furthermore, for each suicide, there are more than 20 suicide attempts. Suicides are preventable, Everyone can […]
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Creating Generational Wealth – Tajari Ellington on Moment of Hope
According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Global Employment Trend for Youth 2022 report finds that the pandemic has exacerbated the numerous labour market challenges facing those aged between 15 and 24 years who have experienced a much higher percentage loss in employment than adults since early 2020. While […]
Continue readingYouth in Business: Creating Impact – Racquel Robertson on Moment of Hope
One can agree that the pandemic has created many challenges, including loss of income. However, it has also created a myriad of opportunities where persons have utilized their skills to provide goods and services while generating much-needed income. Have you ever considered operating your own business? Entrepreneurship and investment are […]
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Trusting God’s Direction – Shakeria Mesquita on Moment of Hope
Today we are going to delve into a topic that so many of us can relate to, “Career Moves“. All of us at some point make a decision about our careers. What is it we want to do? Many young persons have graduated from high school since June / July […]
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