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About Peace Corps in Belize
Volunteers in Belize work with their communities on locally prioritized projects in Youth Development and Education. During their service in Belize, Volunteers learn to speak Kriol or Spanish.
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About Belize
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Living Conditions in Belize
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Packing Guidance for Belize
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Stories From Belize
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Projects in Belize
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Peace Corps Belize is seeking to engage the local market.
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Opportunities in Belize
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Photo gallery
Youth Development Volunteer Katie and Youth Development Program Manager Lynelle lead youth in warm-up activities.
Youth Development Volunteer Amy prepares for football practice.
Youth Development Volunteers practice during pre-service training.
Swearing-in ceremony for Youth Empowered by Sports Volunteers in Belize.
Youth Development Volunteer Jack makes pupusas with host mom Marilu.
Education Volunteer Peggy engages youth in the classroom.
Youth Development Volunteer Myleigh at her residence in Belize.
Youth Development Volunteers Adele and Kennedy paint a mural as a secondary project.
Youth Development Volunteer Isaac plays softball with a local community member.
Youth Development Volunteers visit a classroom during pre-service training.
Youth Development Volunteers have a snack during pre-service training.
Youth Development Volunteer Vanessa celebrates Belize's independence with community members.
Youth Development Volunteers during pre-service training.
Education Volunteer Kim in an elementary classroom.
Response Volunteer Carol and her host mom in Belize.
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Featured Volunteer Profile
Devin R.
Belize
Youth Sports Development Coordinator
Peace Corps Volunteer
"The thing I’ve enjoyed most about the community is the importance they put on being a family. Everybody in the village knows one another so I feel like I’m one of them."
Read about Devin's experience
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Brynn S.
Belize
Literacy Coach
Peace Corps Response
"I feel that the ability for all to be able to read and write their own stories is what allows us to connect with one another across the globe, and I’m honored to help the next generation of Belizeans share their stories with the world."
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Troyesha P.
Belize
Youth Empowerment Through Sports (YES) Volunteer
Peace Corps Volunteer
"The most important thing I’ve learned from my community is the phrase 'So it go.' It means that things are going to happen and there’s no point stressing over what is not in your control."
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