About The MultiCare Youth Foundation

IN THE BUSINESS OF CHANGING LIVES

With Innovation, Flexibility, Partnerships and Cutting-Edge Tools.

The MultiCare Youth Foundation (MYF) is a renowned non-profit organisation that has positively impacted the lives of over 200,000 at-risk young Jamaicans across the island. Our main aim is to reduce the exposure and involvement of young people in crime and violence by providing social interventions such as life and vocational skills training, mentorship, paid internships, and cognitive behavioural therapy. We strive daily to empower and enrich the lives of our nation’s young people and their communities.

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Vision

In the business of changing lives…creating opportunities for vulnerable children and youth.

 

Mission

Our holistic approach to social change is to work with partners to empower underserved youth with a multiplicity of skills to effect real and sustainable change in their lives and the communities in which they live.
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Core Values

SERVICE

Helping others become their best selves.

PASSION

Loving who we are and what we do.

INTEGRITY

Being our word.

INNOVATION

Creating without boundaries.

EXCELLENCE

Exceptional by habit.

TRANSPARENCY

Clear and accessible practices

Our Leaders

Mr Joseph Mayer Matalon, CD, Chairman of The MultiCare Youth Foundation and ICD Group Holdings Limited, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his leadership roles. He is a director of various subsidiaries and associated companies within the ICD Group, including British Caribbean Insurance Company Limited, West Indies Home Contractors, WIHCON Properties Limited, Advantage Communications, RevUp Caribbean Limited, and First Angels Jamaica Limited.
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JOSEPH M. MATALON, CD

CHAIRMAN

Mrs Alicia Glasgow Gentles, the dedicated Executive Director of MYF, leads with passion and dynamism, spearheading the organisation's mission to empower youth in targeted inner-city communities across Jamaica. With decades of experience in youth development and Integrated Marketing Communication, she has played pivotal roles in supporting various charitable organisations and private sector companies in their endeavours to uplift Jamaica's communities at both local and national levels.
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Alicia Glasgow Gentles

Executive Director 

Rev. Dr. Rohan Ambersley is the Chief Executive Officer of Massy Gas Products (Jamaica) Limited, a prominent supplier of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) under the Gas Pro brand. With over 14 years of progressive experience in sales, marketing, business development, and general management, Mr Ambersley has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and innovation throughout his career.
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Rohan Ambersley

DIRECTOR

Mrs Makeba Bennett-Easy is a results-oriented c-suite leader known for driving impactful change in dynamic environments. With much experience across diverse industries, she brings a unique combination of expertise in cultural transformation, organisational development, strategic planning, and human capital management.
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Makeba Bennett Easy

DIRECTOR

Mr Vikram Dhiman is ICD Group Holdings Limited's Chief Operating Officer, overseeing strategic operations across diverse sectors. With a distinguished career spanning multiple countries, Mr Dhiman has served as Chairman of the British Caribbean Insurance Company. He holds the esteemed position of Honorary Treasurer at the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica.
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Vikram Dhiman

DIRECTOR

Mrs. Danielle Cameron Duncan is an accomplished professional with an impressive background in finance, business strategy, digital transformation, and general management.
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Danielle Cameron Duncan

Director 

Mrs Sandra Glasgow is a distinguished figure in business consultancy and corporate governance. As the Founder and Managing Director of BizTactics Limited, her expertise lies in fostering the growth of aspiring firms and championing best-in-class corporate governance standards.
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Sandra Glasgow

DIRECTOR

Miss Ali Matalon is a visionary leader and the Founder/CEO of CorpCare. With a passion for social responsibility, she spearheads CorpCare's mission to cultivate a culture of purpose-driven action within businesses, organisations, and leadership circles. Through strategic guidance and effective execution, Miss Matalon empowers entities to make meaningful contributions to society while achieving their objectives. Her dedication to fostering sustainable impact aligns seamlessly with the ethos of The MultiCare Youth Foundation, where she plays a pivotal role in driving positive change and transforming the lives of Jamaica's youth.
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Ali Matalon

DIRECTOR

Dr. Renee Rattray is a thought leader, education activist, and dynamic public speaker. With a career dedicated to dismantling systems of inequity, she champions the creation of safe, nurturing, and inclusive spaces for all individuals. As the CEO of Teach Good LeadGood, Dr. Rattray spearheads a platform empowering educators to cultivate growth and authenticity.
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Dr. Renee Rattray

DIRECTOR

Mrs Patricia Sutherland serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the JMMB Group and holds the position of Chairman at the JMMB Joan Duncan Foundation. With over two decades of extensive experience in management, operations, and strategic planning across financial services and manufacturing sectors, Mrs Sutherland brings a wealth of expertise to her role.
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Patricia Sutherland

DIRECTOR

Miss Monique Williams, the inaugural Youth Director of The MultiCare Youth Foundation, epitomises the spirit of youth empowerment and success. As a dynamic entrepreneur and proud graduate of the YUTE program, she brings a wealth of firsthand experience and passion for community development to her role. With her visionary leadership and dedication to serving Jamaica's youth, Miss Williams drives transformative change and inspires countless young individuals to realise their full potential.
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Monique Williams

YOUTH DIRECTOR

Mrs Cristina Matalon is the Company Secretary for the ICD Group and its subsidiaries, including the MYF. She oversees corporate governance and legal compliance. Her role extends to serving as Company Secretary for entities such as AMG Packaging and Paper Company Limited, a publicly listed company on the Junior Market of the Jamaican Stock Exchange. With a wealth of experience in Company Law, Mrs Matalon adeptly manages mergers, acquisitions, divestments, liquidations, and company re-organizations.
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CRISTINA MATALON

Company Secretary

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History

The MultiCare Youth Foundation (MYF) is a result of the merger of three youth-serving organisations on March 31, 2017.

  • The MultiCare Foundation, established in 1993, helped improve children’s lives in 32 underserved schools through sports and the visual and performing arts.
  • Youth Upliftment Through Employment (YUTE) was launched by the PSOJ in 2010 and provided skills training and employment opportunities for vulnerable and unattached youth.
  • Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU), Jamaica’s premier mentoring organisation, was founded in 1991 to mentor high school students at risk of dropping out.
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Strategic Shift to Crime & Violence Prevention

In December 2019, The MYF made a strategic shift to focus primarily on youth between the ages of 16 – 29, as records show that they are the most at-risk of becoming involved in crime and violence. This vital, high priority initiative involves partnerships with government agencies such as the Ministries of National Security and Education, Youth and Information, and the Social Development Commission, plus our continuing partnership with Jamaica’s National Training & Service Agency, the HEART NSTA Trust. We also work with other civil society organisations and receive vital support from a wonderful, caring group of Jamaican and International

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