What we take for ourselves, we offer back to the world.
Month: January 2026
Ever wondered what it’s like at a Maroon celebration? ©Dawn Minott
A visit to a Jamaican Maroon town Accompong, where people still practicing freedom on their own terms and history is lived through land, ritual, and resilience.
Apprecilove: Held While Helping |a Haibun ©Dawn Minott
When saying “I appreciate” is not enough—apprecilove!
Finally Home and Why It Matters—Jamaica 3 Months After Hurricane Melissa ©Dawn Minott
A firsthand account of Jamaica’s recovery after category 5 Hurricane Melissa, highlighting the resilience of its people, the ongoing challenges of rebuilding, and the urgent need for climate justice and long-term support.
Martin Luther King Jnr Day 2026 ©Dawn Minott
Honoring Dr. King isn’t about quoting him; it’s about continuing the work.
2025—Holding the Line: A Year of Hope ©Dawn Minott |a Haibun
Reflecting on my professional work in 2025 through the lens of hope— the persistent work of defending gender equality and the right to make personal decisions about one’s body and health, free from coercion, violence or external control amid shifting global health systems and climate shocks.
2025 In Review—Hope Asks for Attention ©Dawn Minott
A reflective look at how HOPE shaped my writing in 2025—through nature, creativity, resilience, and the intentionality that carried me through the shifts of the year.
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