THE Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCO) will host its Annual Symposium at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston on Thursday, January 22. JADCO says the aim is bringing together key stakeholders in sport to strengthen Jamaica’s commitment to clean sport.

The symposium will be held under the theme ‘Empowering Clean Sport: JADCO’s Vision for Jamaica’, and will target coaches, athlete support personnel, sporting associations, federations, and policy stakeholders, with a strong focus on education, compliance, and shared responsibility in anti-doping.

Sport Minister Olivia Grange will deliver the keynote address, which JADCO says reiterates, “the Government’s ongoing support for clean sport and ethical athletic development in Jamaica”.

JADCO Executive Director June Spence Jarrett says the symposium represents a critical platform for engagement and capacity building across the sporting ecosystem.

“Clean sport is not the responsibility of athletes alone,” she said. “It requires informed coaches, vigilant support personnel, strong institutions, and clear policies working together. This symposium is about empowering every stakeholder with the knowledge and tools needed to protect athletes and uphold Jamaica’s reputation on the global stage.”

The programme will feature a panel discussion consisting of representatives from JADCO, the Ministry of Sport, sporting associations and federations, coaching leadership, and sports medicine.

The symposium will include technical presentations on therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs) as well as a special segment highlighting JADCO’s achievements, including advancements in education, testing, outreach, and international compliance.

Spence Jarrett describes the event as especially timely.

“As Jamaica continues to produce world-class athletes it is essential that our systems evolve to match international standards,” she said. “This symposium allows us to reflect on our progress, address gaps, and chart a clear path forward for clean sport in Jamaica.”

Registration opens at 8:30 am, followed by presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and shared accountability.