Order of Distinction

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The Order of Distinction in Jamaica is the fifth in order of precedence of the Orders of Societies of Honour, which were instituted by an Act of Parliament – The National Honours and Awards Act.

The Motto of the Order is "Distinction Through Service".

The Order has two ranks:

• The higher class – Commander
• The lower class – Officer

Commanders take place and precedence immediately after Members and Honorary Members of the Order of Jamaica.

A Member or Honorary Member may be promoted from the rank of Officer to that of Commander.

The Honour of the Order of Distinction is conferred upon

• Members – Citizens of Jamaica who rendered outstanding and important service to Jamaica.
• Honorary Members – Distinguished citizens of a country other than Jamaica.

Commanders of the Order of Distinction are entitled to use the post nominal letters:

• CD, in the case of Members
• CD (Hon.), in the case of Honorary Members.

Officers of the Order of Distinction are entitled to use the post nominal letters:

• OD, in the case of Members
• OD (Hon.) in the case of Honorary Members

[edit] References

• National Awards of Jamaica