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)
Jersey takes centre stage in international humanitarian talks
This week United Nation officials are set to descend on Jersey this week as the island becomes the first non-member UN state to host an event essential to delivering “life-saving humanitarian assistance” across the world. Jersey was selected as one of the co-chairs of the Pooled Fund Working Group, alongside
Simon Boas
July 15 2024
JOA Director Simon Boas
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. Simon was an inspiration and larger-than-life character who impacted thousands of lives
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).
Ukraine – Delivering aid where it matters
As the Island continues to show its support for innocent Ukrainians fleeing the destruction of their homes, Islanders have reason to thank the staff and commissioners of Jersey Overseas Aid and minister Carolyn Labey.
The professionalism of JOA has already ensured that support given by the Island, both officially and by
Overseas Aid Projects. Kenya, Nepal and Rwanda
I addressed a packed out St Paul’s Centre when we launched our Volunteer Programme. This year Jersey Overseas Aid are organising three Community Work Projects in Kenya, building a sand dam, in Nepal where we work with the Gurkha Welfare Trust and the community to build a community centre, and