August — Town

: The community has been the focus of major peace initiatives like the "Get Up, Stand Up" campaign and partnerships with UWI to reduce crime and violence.

The community is also the central setting for the acclaimed novel by Kei Miller. The book blends: Historical facts about Alexander Bedward. Magical realism. Narratives of Rastafarianism and Jamaican social hierarchy. August Town

: It was the home of Alexander Bedward , a famous revivalist preacher and leader of the Bedwardite movement. : The community has been the focus of

August Town is a valley community located near the University of the West Indies (UWI). It is known for: Magical realism

: A message of seeking guidance and standing firm through faith ("Only Jah"). 🏘️ The Community

: Annual peace marches and stakeholder workshops are held to unify residents and create a "blueprint" for total transformation. 📚 Literary Connection

: Eating from the same pot and the bond between neighbors.