Podcast Jersey Overseas Aid
Having once relied on international aid during the Occupation, today Jersey extends support, hope, and practical help to communities facing crises worldwide.
Overseas Aid – Podcast
What role can a small island play in addressing the world’s biggest humanitarian crises? More than you might think. Podcast hosted by Ed Lewis, Executive Director, Jersey Overseas Aid (left)
British Red Cross Forum
On the eve of Liberation Day and with Jersey Overseas Aid, I hosted a public forum at Maritime Museum with the British Red Cross where we discussed ways of giving humanitarian aid in today’s environment.
Simon Boas
July 15 2024. It is with profound sadness, as Chair of Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA), that I announce the death of the Executive Director, Simon Boas, following his courageous battle with cancer.
Ukraine National Day 24th August
In the summer of 2023 we marked Ukraines National Day on 24th August at the Jersey Museum with an evening where JOA and the Jersey International Culture Centre (JICC) welcomed Uliana Yersanka from the Ukraine, along with Ben Remfrey, the ex-military Guernseyman who set up a charity to train people
Ukraine National Day 24 August 2023
My speech given on 24th August, 2023 at Jersey Museum to a full auditorium to mark Ukraine’s National Day
Today is a day of great significance, not only for Ukraine but for all those who champion the ideals of freedom and humanity.
As we gather to celebrate Ukraine’s Independence Day, we reflect
Malawi Agriculture Minister
During our visit to Malawi for the African Jersey Forum we had the honour of meeting with Mr Sam Dalitso Kawale, the Minister for Agriculture.
Pictured here with the Minister and Simon Boas of Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA).