Belize

Peace Corps in Belize

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Volunteers in Belize work with their communities on health projects. During their service in Belize, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Kriol, Q’eqchi, and Spanish. 

Volunteers
All-time: 2,091
Program Dates
1962-present
Official Language
English

Volunteer Openings in Belize

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Youth Health Educator

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Are you a U.S. citizen with significant professional experience?
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“I see your participation as being able to facilitate learning, and, more importantly, building the confidence of not only the teachers in delivering literacy interventions but also in the children who I am sure you will see eyes light up when they finally get and understand how to read.”

Dr. Neulin Villanueva, Deputy Chief Education Officer, Ministry of Education, Belize

Current Projects in Belize

Health
Annual Volunteer Survey: See satisfaction results for Belize [PDF]

Stories from Belize

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How an 8-year-old added meaning to my Peace Corps Response service
Superstars: when readers get support, they fly
Innovative teachers in Belize help new readers gain confidence and skills

Photos from Belize

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Support Projects in Belize

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Belize Country Fund

Contributions to the Belize Country Fund will support Volunteer and community projects that will take place in Belize.

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