Urgent need to demystify science and technology

Tuesday, November 4, 2003

KINGSTON, Jamaica: Jamaican Minister of Commerce, Science and Technology, Phillip Paulwell, has emphasized that there was an urgent need to demystify science and technology in Jamaica and include it in the cultural mainstream so that everyone could become familiar with scientific and technological advancements.

He was speaking last week at the proclamation ceremony for November as National Science and Technology month. "To be globally competitive, Jamaica needs a solid base of highly skilled professionals in science, engineering and technology," Mr. Paulwell said, adding that, "one of the first steps in building this base is to remove all the cultural barriers that still block the majority of our people from taking part in science, engineering and technology".

He said that young Jamaicans needed to become excited by science and know that there were employment prospects and career opportunities. 

The month of activities provide an opportunity for showcasing what is happening in the local science and technology sector including highlighting linkages with other sectors such as music, sports, environment and culture.

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