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<p>LifeYard, found in the heart of Parade Gardens on Fleet
Street, is an eco-village.</p>
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<p>It was created by a group of young Rastafarians, out of a
need to breathe life into Fleet Street.</p>
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<p>So, in 2014, the group started to beautify sections of the
community, to restore pride into the younger generation.</p>
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<p>Today, LifeYard stands as a growing social enterprise – the
first multicultural, intergenerational eco-village of its kind in Kingston!</p>
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<p>It’s not just a physical space but a movement, as its
members spearhead several community outreach programmes.</p>
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<p>As the creative and cultural oasis it is, LifeYard welcomes all
walks of life.</p>
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<p>Fuelled by a strong connection to Rastafarian roots, its
members connect with everyone on a personal level.</p>
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<p>LifeYard has a giftshop, bar, restaurant and is working on a
permaculture farm to become self-sufficient.</p>
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The children of Fleet Street are the biggest beneficiaries of LifeYard’s
activities, as the group engages in entrepreneurial activities.</p>
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<p>These include various skills that can be used to earn a
living, such as drumming, playing the piano, embroidery, sewing, jewellery
making, and farming.</p>
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