Excerpt for Jamaica Observer column published June 22 2020
by Jean Lowrie-Chin
“What a strong woman,” I remember remarking when I saw Mary Alison Anderson McLean in a television newscast, standing up for Jamaica’s
children as head of the then Childcare & Protection Agency. Professional
and passionate, this woman of excellence also served as Permanent Secretary in
the Ministry of Culture, Entertainment and Sport, and was the Caribbean
Representative for UN Women at the time of her passing.
“She was recognised and
highly respected for her fearless advocacy for human rights and environmental
stewardship. She blazed an unrivalled trail of activism and her unbridled
passion for good corporate governance has been exemplified by many here in Jamaica
as well as the wider Caribbean region,” Minister Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange noted. “I
hail her contribution as a true gender champion.”
The tributes have been
sorrowful and inspiring; we give thanks for the exemplary life of Mrs Anderson
McLean. Our condolences to her family, close friends and colleagues. May her
soul rest in peace.
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