Child Rearing Practices: Research has shown that Jamaican parenting is generally authoritarian; this is due to the discipline and communication models used by parents. They are very strict by nature and expect their children to excel in both academics and athletics. Their child-rearing practices are considered harsh and abusive, physical punishments such as 'flogging' are culturally accepted and supported. it has no relevance to the child's age or stage of development" (p. 141). The flogging of children "is carried out in such a way that it appears almost brutal. The hand, a stick, a belt, a shoe or a tamarind stick are used to beat children to ensure obedience" (Leo-Rhynie, 1997, page 44). Discipline "is enforced harshly through 'yelling,' 'whipping,' or 'hitting.' Children are punished in this way if they lie, steal, disobey, are rude, and do not complete their homework. Also 'Playing House' , 'crying too much' and 'not eating the provided meal' constitute crimes that deserve a 'beating'. Communication, being the second part of authoritarian breeding practice, is always poor. Jamaican parents are often reluctant to maintain or engage in communication with their children and complain that their children talk too much and ask a lot of questions. If a child asked why he or she was going to do or is doing something, the parent would simply respond with “do it because". I'll say so." They would respond with this in hopes of avoiding further questions and silencing the child. Although their parenting is harsh and abusive, they still strongly believe in the family and in rewarding the child for every... means of paper.. ....the organization is inclusive for migrants of all cultures and aims to improve the economic, social and cultural development of the state. The organization works with government, community and promotes the benefits of cultural diversity. The OMI provides:• Information•. Advice • Funding • Training • Support “Your key role is to advise the Minister on the development of state government policies and programs to achieve the full potential of multiculturalism.” “OMI develops strategies that include everyone: culturally diverse communities, the broader community, business and industry groups, government and non-government agencies, to help develop a society that values ​​and maximizes the benefits of its cultural diversity. Its strategies help organizations to develop policies, programs and services that are accessible and responsive to the needs of a diverse community.”