READY SET GREAT
UNDP's Youth In Development Network
Heather is a member of the Bahama Chapter of the Young Reporters for the Environment. As a grantee of the GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), she works on coral reef and ocean related climate activities across the Bahamas. Heather is UNDP's nominee to the Youth Climate Summit virtual panel.
Heather is a member of the Bahama Chapter of the Young Reporters for the Environment. As a grantee of the GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), she works on coral reef and ocean related climate activities across the Bahamas. Heather is UNDP's nominee to the Youth Climate Summit virtual panel.
Twenty two year old Shari Webb, a Ready Set Great 2024 delegate, is passionate about volunteerism and the environment. As the founder and executive director of the Love Across JA Foundation she has made it her mission to help disadvantaged individuals in Jamaica and spread awareness of the causes she is passionate about including the environment. She enjoys reading and learning new hobbies and embraces every opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
Twenty two year old Shari Webb, a Ready Set Great 2024 delegate, is passionate about volunteerism and the environment. As the founder and executive director of the Love Across JA Foundation she has made it her mission to help disadvantaged individuals in Jamaica and spread awareness of the causes she is passionate about including the environment. She enjoys reading and learning new hobbies and embraces every opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
Justin Wallace, 2024 Ready Set Great delegate, is a 19-year-old student of Calabar High School. He is a hardworking, dedicated leader, role model and academic scholar with a keen interest in environmental sustainability, national development, and the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He contributes to initiatives that promote a more sustainable and equitable future. Through his involvement in various extracurricular activities, including serving as Founder and Executive Director of the Male Empowerment Association, student leadership and an IBI Ambassador for the Governor General Programme for Excellence, he is dedicated to making a positive impact in his community and beyond.
Justin Wallace, 2024 Ready Set Great delegate, is a 19-year-old student of Calabar High School. He is a hardworking, dedicated leader, role model and academic scholar with a keen interest in environmental sustainability, national development, and the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He contributes to initiatives that promote a more sustainable and equitable future. Through his involvement in various extracurricular activities, including serving as Founder and Executive Director of the Male Empowerment Association, student leadership and an IBI Ambassador for the Governor General Programme for Excellence, he is dedicated to making a positive impact in his community and beyond.
Kishan Khoday is Resident Representative for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Multi-Country Office in Jamaica, from where he represents UNDP in The Bahamas, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Jamaica and Turks and Caicos Islands.
For over two decades, Kishan has been a champion for inclusive and sustainable development, serving with UNDP for the past 25 years in Asia and the Pacific as well as the Middle East and North Africa. This included 15 years with UNDP Country Offices in China, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, advancing UNDP’s mandate to accelerate action on economic diversification and transformation, climate change and ecosystem conservation, women’s empowerment, disaster risk reduction, and human security. In recent years, Kishan served in UNDP’s regional offices for the MENA region based in Egypt and Jordan, overseeing the UN’s largest programme of assistance in the region to address the climate emergency and trends of multi-dimensional crisis. Prior to joining the UN, Kishan worked with government and community organizations in his home countries of Canada and India on issues of poverty reduction, ecological resilience and community empowerment.
Kishan has been a thought leader on the development agenda, publishing extensively on the planetary crisis, strategic policy and governance responses, with a focus on postcolonial and decolonial pathways for the Global South. He has served as a visiting scholar and research fellow at the Advanced Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity at the Earth Institute, the Center for International Sustainable Development Law, and Tsinghua University; and a member of the International Law Association, the Indian Society for International Law, and the European Society of International Law. His work has been recognized by Time Magazine as a Global Principal Voice on the climate and energy transition, and as an Olympic torch runner on behalf of the UN and the cause of climate action.
Kishan is a Canadian of Indian origin, has traveled to over fifty countries, and has lived and worked across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Kishan is a scientist and lawyer, with expertise in planetary systems, climate change, ecosystem resilience, constitutionalism, postcolonial and decolonial theory, and resilience-based approaches to development. He holds a Juris Doctorate (Vermont Law) specializing in constitutional, international and environmental law; a Master of Science (Antioch New England) in resource management specializing in water and land governance; and a Bachelor of Science (McGill) in agriculture specializing in biodiversity and ecological change.
Kishan Khoday is Resident Representative for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Multi-Country Office in Jamaica, from where he represents UNDP in The Bahamas, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Jamaica and Turks and Caicos Islands.
For over two decades, Kishan has been a champion for inclusive and sustainable development, serving with UNDP for the past 25 years in Asia and the Pacific as well as the Middle East and North Africa. This included 15 years with UNDP Country Offices in China, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia, advancing UNDP’s mandate to accelerate action on economic diversification and transformation, climate change and ecosystem conservation, women’s empowerment, disaster risk reduction, and human security. In recent years, Kishan served in UNDP’s regional offices for the MENA region based in Egypt and Jordan, overseeing the UN’s largest programme of assistance in the region to address the climate emergency and trends of multi-dimensional crisis. Prior to joining the UN, Kishan worked with government and community organizations in his home countries of Canada and India on issues of poverty reduction, ecological resilience and community empowerment.
Kishan has been a thought leader on the development agenda, publishing extensively on the planetary crisis, strategic policy and governance responses, with a focus on postcolonial and decolonial pathways for the Global South. He has served as a visiting scholar and research fellow at the Advanced Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity at the Earth Institute, the Center for International Sustainable Development Law, and Tsinghua University; and a member of the International Law Association, the Indian Society for International Law, and the European Society of International Law. His work has been recognized by Time Magazine as a Global Principal Voice on the climate and energy transition, and as an Olympic torch runner on behalf of the UN and the cause of climate action.
Kishan is a Canadian of Indian origin, has traveled to over fifty countries, and has lived and worked across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Kishan is a scientist and lawyer, with expertise in planetary systems, climate change, ecosystem resilience, constitutionalism, postcolonial and decolonial theory, and resilience-based approaches to development. He holds a Juris Doctorate (Vermont Law) specializing in constitutional, international and environmental law; a Master of Science (Antioch New England) in resource management specializing in water and land governance; and a Bachelor of Science (McGill) in agriculture specializing in biodiversity and ecological change.
Jovi Williams is a project development specialist with a history of collaborating with both local and international stakeholders to bring impactful projects to life. Committed to achieving results at the highest level, I strive to create meaningful change through strategic planning and innovative solutions. Beyond my professional endeavours, I have a deep passion for design and decor, where I channel my creativity into transforming spaces into aesthetically pleasing and functional environments. My love for music and the creative arts is another cornerstone of my identity. Through my work and personal interests, I strive to infuse creativity into every aspect of my life, making each project and artistic endeavour a unique expression of passion and innovation.
Jovi Williams is a project development specialist with a history of collaborating with both local and international stakeholders to bring impactful projects to life. Committed to achieving results at the highest level, I strive to create meaningful change through strategic planning and innovative solutions. Beyond my professional endeavours, I have a deep passion for design and decor, where I channel my creativity into transforming spaces into aesthetically pleasing and functional environments. My love for music and the creative arts is another cornerstone of my identity. Through my work and personal interests, I strive to infuse creativity into every aspect of my life, making each project and artistic endeavour a unique expression of passion and innovation.
Dr. Stephen Johnson is an accomplished researcher with extensive experience in research methods and monitoring and evaluation methodologies. With a vast portfolio of projects and research publications focused on confronting developmental issues in Jamaica, the wider Caribbean, and the developing world, Dr. Johnson is committed to taking a pragmatic approach to development challenges. His expertise lies in advanced research methods, monitoring and evaluation, voting behaviour, user experience analysis, predictive analytics, harm reduction and behaviour modification campaigns.
The British Commonwealth Scholar holds a Ph.D. in International Relations (International Trade Policy) from the University of Sussex, UK. He also obtained an MSc in Government and a BSc in International Relations from the University of the West Indies, Jamaica.
Dr. Johnson currently holds the position of Research Fellow, where he delivers lectures on Research Methods and equips graduate students with the necessary skills to conduct rigorous research. As a supervisor for graduate students, he provides personalized guidance and mentorship throughout their research journey. Dr. Johnson also serves as the chair of the youth development research cluster, where he fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and drives research initiatives focused on youth development. Through his dedication to producing impactful scholarly research, he contributes to the academic community's knowledge base and promotes evidence-based practices.
Dr. Stephen Johnson is an accomplished researcher with extensive experience in research methods and monitoring and evaluation methodologies. With a vast portfolio of projects and research publications focused on confronting developmental issues in Jamaica, the wider Caribbean, and the developing world, Dr. Johnson is committed to taking a pragmatic approach to development challenges. His expertise lies in advanced research methods, monitoring and evaluation, voting behaviour, user experience analysis, predictive analytics, harm reduction and behaviour modification campaigns.
The British Commonwealth Scholar holds a Ph.D. in International Relations (International Trade Policy) from the University of Sussex, UK. He also obtained an MSc in Government and a BSc in International Relations from the University of the West Indies, Jamaica.
Dr. Johnson currently holds the position of Research Fellow, where he delivers lectures on Research Methods and equips graduate students with the necessary skills to conduct rigorous research. As a supervisor for graduate students, he provides personalized guidance and mentorship throughout their research journey. Dr. Johnson also serves as the chair of the youth development research cluster, where he fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and drives research initiatives focused on youth development. Through his dedication to producing impactful scholarly research, he contributes to the academic community's knowledge base and promotes evidence-based practices.
Renisha Daley is currently the Senior Social Officer on the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) funded Basic Needs Trust Fund Project, implemented by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF). In her role she plans, executes and manages both social and infrastructural projects aimed at poverty alleviation in the sectors of Access & Drainage, Education & Human Resource Development and Livelihoods Enhancement. Renisha holds a Masters Degree in Social Work with a specialization in Social Administration and Development from the University of the West Indies, Mona. She is passionate about nation building, especially the development and transformation of rural communities through people centered economic and social development.
Renisha Daley is currently the Senior Social Officer on the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) funded Basic Needs Trust Fund Project, implemented by the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF). In her role she plans, executes and manages both social and infrastructural projects aimed at poverty alleviation in the sectors of Access & Drainage, Education & Human Resource Development and Livelihoods Enhancement. Renisha holds a Masters Degree in Social Work with a specialization in Social Administration and Development from the University of the West Indies, Mona. She is passionate about nation building, especially the development and transformation of rural communities through people centered economic and social development.
As PIOJ Communication Specialist, Gwyneth builds and maintains positive relationships with stakeholders. This involves managing media inquiries, creating engaging content to highlight the institute's work, and representing the PIOJ at collaborative events like Ready Set Great. The role focuses on strategic communications to support the organization's goals.
As PIOJ Communication Specialist, Gwyneth builds and maintains positive relationships with stakeholders. This involves managing media inquiries, creating engaging content to highlight the institute's work, and representing the PIOJ at collaborative events like Ready Set Great. The role focuses on strategic communications to support the organization's goals.
Samantha Wilmot, J.P., is currently the Localisation Officer, with the Vision 2030 Jamaica Secretariat at the Planning Institute of Jamaica. In her role, she supports agencies incorporating the national goals into corporate business plans. She is also a Justice of the Peace and an Attorney-at-Law. Ms. Wilmot has been a member of the Vision 2030 Jamaica Secretariat since 2012, with a focus on the implementation of the Vision 2030 Jamaica Communications Programme prior to assuming her position as Localisation Officer in 2022.
She is also a car enthusiast, becoming the first female to establish an all-female car group, through which she has been positively transforming Jamaica’s car scene. In her free time, she can be found at car shows, hosting events, and singing.
Samantha Wilmot, J.P., is currently the Localisation Officer, with the Vision 2030 Jamaica Secretariat at the Planning Institute of Jamaica. In her role, she supports agencies incorporating the national goals into corporate business plans. She is also a Justice of the Peace and an Attorney-at-Law. Ms. Wilmot has been a member of the Vision 2030 Jamaica Secretariat since 2012, with a focus on the implementation of the Vision 2030 Jamaica Communications Programme prior to assuming her position as Localisation Officer in 2022.
She is also a car enthusiast, becoming the first female to establish an all-female car group, through which she has been positively transforming Jamaica’s car scene. In her free time, she can be found at car shows, hosting events, and singing.
