Jamaica Fiwi Roots

Our Mission

Fiwi - a Jamaican term meaning "For Us"... literal: "For We"
Roots - our Home or our Heritage.

The Fiwi Roots Project is a non-profit initiative created to preserve the heritage and culture of Jamaica by memorializing an almost forgotten history and many unique, often overlooked qualities.

The Digital Archive

This is the heartbeat of the project—a comprehensive collection covering history, ecology, landmarks, and the unique cultural qualities of Jamaica. It serves as an expansive gateway to our heritage, featuring interactive maps and deep-dive research into the island's most significant sites.

Explore the Main Site
Scholarship

Young Dreamers Scholarship

Launched in 2020, this initiative supports sixth graders in Jamaica's interior—areas with high density of families of less means—as they transition to high school.

Learn More
Timeline

Jamaica's Timeline

A focused look at the events and influences that shaped Jamaica's history, people, and the evolution of its culture from pre-1494 to independence.

View Timeline
Port Royal

Port Royal

Explore the "wickedest city on earth," its pirate legacy, and the 1692 earthquake that sank a large portion of the town into the sea.

Visit Port Royal
Bird Watch

Jamaica Bird Watch

A dedicated resource for the 28 endemic bird species of Jamaica, featuring birdcalls and detailed sighting maps.

Explore Birds