The Registrar General’s Department (RGD) Genealogical Research facility has been rebranded to Outtamany Search as the agency repositions the service to reflect the Jamaican ‘Out of Many One People’ national motto.

Charlton McFarlane, chief executive officer at the RGD, explained in an August 12 statement that the move was taken after “careful consideration”, noting that the change will “reflect the authenticity of the RGD brand and embrace our roots in Jamaica”.

“Customers are guaranteed that the service requirements remain the same,” McFarlane said, adding that “the RGD is committed to offering efficient and timely delivery of the Outtamany Search”. 

Outtamany Search will allow persons to trace their family background, including historical information about the family lineage.

The research can identify the origin of a family and discover members that are unknown. It can also provide factual evidence on the cause(s) of death through generations. 

Persons interested in utilising the service can access the application forms and make payment by visiting the RGD website at www.rgd.gov.jm.

They can also contact the RGD at (876) 619-1260 or (876) 749-0550 or send an email to [email protected] for further information.

Additional information is available on the entity’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.