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Service-Learning in Belize (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Belize City, Belize; Belmopan, Belize; San Ignacio, Belize
  • Program Terms: Spring, Summer, Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Toucan Education Programs Ltd 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 1-first year, 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior, 5-grad student
Housing Options: Guest House, Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Service Learning
Program Type: Study Abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Program: Direct
Program Description:
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The Service-Learning in Belize Study Program
 
Program Overview
The Service-learning in Belize study abroad program is focused on community enrichment and intercultural learning.
 
The program offers participants an opportunity to make a difference in a Belizean community through engaging and reciprocal learning experience that provides structure and support for long-term value in a welcoming and collaborative community.

Community partners seek out assistance with projects that will make both short and long-term impacts on the community and on our participants.
 
Our community partners make a commitment to engage our participants in meaningful projects that offers an opportunity to learn while creating value for everyone involved.
 
Through civic engagement and structured reflection, you will advance your appreciation for social responsibility, global awareness, and diversity.
 
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Service-Learning in Belize
Project Focus
Community Enrichment   
Community Enrichment
Area of Focus
*Educational Institutions     
*Non-Profit Organizations *Civil Society 
*Quasi-Government Organization
Service-learning possibilities could include working with a school and its students to paint classrooms or helping families assemble homemade health aid devices for children with disabilities.  A freshly painted classroom that is bright and clean makes a world-of-difference for local students.

Program Highlights
  • 8 nights / 9-days in Belize
  • Minimum of 15 hours of community service
  • 4 excursions to places of cultural significance
  • Interactive Intercultural Learning Curriculum
  • Community partners committed to participant learning
Program Fees Includes
  • Community project assignment
  • Intercultural Learning Curriculum
  • Structured Itinerary
  • Housing (double & triple occupancy)
  • Breakfast daily
  • On-site orientation
  • Transportation to and from BZE airport
  • Daily transportation to the project site
  • 4 group excursions
  • Emergency Medical Insurance
  • 24 / 7 Participant Support
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