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Description

This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to live in beautiful Belize, join the community, and work to improve the lives, health, and future of this amazing Caribbean country and its people. Build an elementary school, put a roof on the clinic, construct a playground, or complete another essential project while working side by side with local community members.

Join us in majestic Belize for an unforgettable and valuable experience. In addition to meaningful development work, community celebrations and weekly adventures your group of ProBelize volunteers will explore exotic caves, reef, search for the elusive jaguar, and hike to Mayan ruins. This truly is the trip of a lifetime!

Programs are highly supported by an onsite staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the fields of study abroad and international development.

Teams of ProWorld Project Coordinators work year round with our host communities assessing needs, thinking creatively, and setting long-term goals for sustainable development and volunteer projects. Programs start every month of the year. Enroll now!

Highlights

Belize is a peaceful and complex country rich with cultural diversity and stunning natural beauty. Only two hours away from the U.S., this English-speaking country offers authentic and unforgettable experiences.

Belize is on the Caribbean coast nestled between Mexico and Guatemala. It offers an intriguing mix of tropical forests, majestic mountains, mysterious Mayan temples, and excellent opportunities for diving and fishing. In a single day you can go from tropical forests to the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere.

You'll work in real projects while gaining real experience! Work side by side with local community members, watch the moon rise over the rainforest, hike through the jungle from your front door, explore Mayan ruins, and search for monkeys in the secluded jungle.

These and other weekly adventures combine with cultural excursion and productive volunteer work to form a comprehensive and unique summer experience. Join a fun and adventurous group of volunteers and make this an unforgettable experience.

Travel Types

• 4th World Studies
• Archaeology
• BackPacking Abroad
• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Canoeing
• Cycling (Mountain)
• Deep-Sea Fishing
• Eco Tours
• Ecology
• Environmental Studies
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Geology
• Hiking
• Homestay
• Kayaking (River)
• Kayaking (Sea)
• Native Culture Studies
• Nature Tours
• Photography
• Rafting
• RainForest Tours
• Sailing
• Scuba
• Snorkeling
• Caving/Spelunking
• Student Tours
• Water Skiing
• Windsurfing/Windsailing

Qualifications

All participants must have an adventurous spirit. Development projects are determined by the interests and skills of participants and the needs of the local community.

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please inquire for details

Cost Include Description:

Program fees support our host community economies in the forms of project materials purchases, local salaries, host family payments, and local purchases.

Program fees include: full room and board, domestic transportation, 24 hour safety and medical services, and funding of development projects and internships. The program fee also includes world class cultural and adventure activities.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Building Schools
• Community Development
• Education
• Health Care
• Playgrounds
• Youth

Typical Volunteer

ProWorld volunteers are adventurous, enthusiastic, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals. Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which ProWorld works.

Age Range

18+

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel to Belize

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 4-12

Application Process Involves

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7-14 days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement

The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects. We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.

Year Founded

1998