What is the Community Development Data Repository
The Community Renewal Programme (CRP) is about people — families, youth, elders, and community leaders working together to make life better in their neighbourhoods.
Implemented by the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ), the CRP supports vulnerable communities across all 14 parishes to address the challenges they face and build on the strengths they already have.
We don't just build infrastructure. We invest in lasting change — better roads and water systems, yes, but also improved education, safer spaces, economic opportunities, and healthier environments where children can thrive and families can flourish.
How this repository supports communities
Some communities face greater challenges than others — not because of the people who live there, but because of historic underinvestment, limited access to services, and systemic barriers that make progress harder.
Bringing community data together
We bring community-level data into one centralized, trusted platform so that information is no longer scattered across multiple agencies.
Ensuring Data Quality & Trust
Using consistent standards to keep data accurate, reliable, and responsibly maintained.
Guiding where support goes
When residents, local leaders, and organizations can see where support is working and where it's most needed, together we can focus efforts and resources where they'll make the biggest difference.
How Community Data Is Collected and Used
We take care to collect data responsibly, protect people's privacy, and use information in ways that genuinely benefit communities.
Collection
Gather data from surveys, meetings, and local records with community participation
Verification
Verify accuracy through cross-checking and confirmation with communities
Analysis
Identify trends and understand needs to support evidence-based decisions
Action
Use insights to plan projects and allocate resources effectively
Your Privacy Matters
We never publish personal information that could identify individuals or households. All data is aggregated and anonymized to protect privacy while still providing valuable community-level insights.