Writer/Curator/Educator/Photographer

children's book about barrell children

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Long before she conceptualised and hosted Ring Ding, the first local television show developed for Jamaican children, Louise Bennett aka Miss Lou was actively advocating for our children. Miss Lou …

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Join us 7pm tomorrow. Share what Jamaican Poets are writing and thinking #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #poetryreading #poet (at The University of the West Indies, Mona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqBQembrMxM/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I'm loving myself even more as I age and am better at saying no to those who want to use my skills, time and expertise without proper compensation. PAY ME! #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #selfworth #creatingboundaries #payment #jamaicanwriters #creativeprocess #creativeproperty (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp-9g6EOILJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Today is perfect day to lend your voice to end Gender based-violence. Talk with friends and colleagues and share. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #endgbv #endviolence #jamaica (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp3EzkKOwaE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Had such a great walk this morning and as always loving the Poui trees in their splendid buttery Yellow blooosoms. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #poui #morningwalk #nature #Jamaica (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp0vphuuXfA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Kindly purchase my latest children's book about barrel children @CaribbeanReads

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Dance Umbrella an enjoyable and successful come back. Stay away Covid. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #jamaicandance #philipsherlockcentreforcreativearts #entertainment (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpqt4YDrZBk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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We have to rebuild our villages to be safe havens for women and children. Stand up. Defend your community #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #endgbv #endviolence #community (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpkvwmTLgN-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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https://www.ipsnews.net/2023/03/caribbean-writer-opal-palmer-adisa-fights-gender-based-violence-with-lit-protests/ Happy International Women's Day #orangetheworld #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #internationalwomansday (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpiXJFGr2Nf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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What do women need to achieve Equality? Specifically what do Jamaican women to be safe and achieve more. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #jamaicanwriters #internationaldayofthegirl #internationalwomansday #womenpower (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpfoEJprD3J/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Ask and you will receive. I've a sweet little girl, my 3 month goddaughter who came and spent some time with my Yesterday. Nothing like the wholesome smell of a new-born. Precious life to be cherished #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #jamaicanwriters #goddaughter #children (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpabgK5rTnP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Today has been such an awesome day I decided to take a selfish as I settle down to unwind after rehearsal for my.play Bathroon Graffitti Queen, working with some talented students at UWI Mona. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #grateful #selfrealization #jamaicanwriters #plays #theatre (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpWEfPDr-Y7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Together we can eliminate all violence including gender based Violence. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #endviolence #endgbv #empoweringwomen (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpSOtJ7ulTB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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African Royality visiting Jamaica and a gifted little girl, Courtney, was made a princess @Liberty Hall: Marcus Garvey Museum, Jamaica. ASÈ. ALL PRAISES #opalpalmeradisa #africanliberation #libertyhallmuseum #knowyourauthor #ancestors #africanroyalty (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpQIbJLOB2D/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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When life is this good you share the blessings #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #jamaicanwriters #gratitude #blessings (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpGFugbrjRs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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We must act to protect our children from rapist predators.#opalpalmeradisa #endgbv #knowyourauthor #jamaicanwriters #jamaica #protectgirls (at Kingston, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpA7aK4LsNS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Shola and went to Stuch in the Bush. Recommend highly. #opalpalmeradisa #knowyourauthor #stuchinthebush #jamaica #finedining (at Ocho Rios, Jamaica) https://www.instagram.com/p/Coz4qOfLPV7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=