NewsSouth Florida Caribbean NewsAugust 21, 2026Miami-Dade
Rahiem S. Fender receives Governor General’s Achievement Award for Excellence in Trelawny
Rahiem S. Fender has been selected as a recipient of the Governor General’s Achievement Award for Excellence in the parish of Trelawny, Jamaica. The award recognizes his contributions to cultural service within the community.
Read the full story at South Florida Caribbean NewsWhy It Matters
This award acknowledges an individual's specific contributions to community and cultural development in Trelawny, Jamaica.
Key Facts
- Rahiem S. Fender was selected for the Governor General’s Achievement Award for Excellence.
- The award is specific to the parish of Trelawny, Jamaica.
- The recognition is based on Fender's work in cultural service.
Who's Mentioned
locationTrelawny“Parish in Jamaica where Fender has worked for 17 years.”organizationJamaica Cultural Development Commission“Organization Fender has worked with for cultural development.”personLouise Bennett-Coverley“National cultural icon who influenced Fender.”personEdna Manley“National cultural icon who influenced Fender.”personRex Nettleford“National cultural icon who influenced Fender.”personRahiem S. Fender“Educator, author, and recipient of the Governor General’s Achievement Award for ”locationSt. James“Parish where Fender was born and raised.”organizationCedric Titus High School“School where Fender began his teaching career.”personTrevor Rhone“National cultural icon who influenced Fender.”organizationSouth Florida Caribbean News“The publication reporting the news.”organizationEdna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts“College where Fender graduated.”otherGovernor General’s Achievement Award for Excellence“The specific award granted to Rahiem S. Fender.”