Alecia Nicole Smith

Alecia Nicole Smith was a dedicated journalist who made significant contributions to the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) over her 14-year career. After earning a bachelor’s degree in media and communications from the University of the West Indies, she joined the JIS Editorial Department in 2008, where she specialized in human interest stories and government program coverage. Known for her integrity and high standards in news writing, Alecia's work documented crucial aspects of Jamaican history and society. Her departure for private media in 2022 marked the end of an era, leaving a lasting legacy in the realm of journalism.