Belize: Rhythm of the Caribbean

Make a difference in Belize, where 1/3 of its population is under 15 years old, by promoting children’s literacy. You will be helping design and run a day camp for local children that is centered around reading, creating books, and tying literacy into local environmental initiatives. You’ll also have the chance to see a wide range of Belize’s ecosystems, from the rainforests to the Caribbean coast, while exploring one of the most culturally rich and naturally beautiful regions in Central America! Duration: 21 Days Dates for 2016: Jun 6 – Jul 26 / Jul 29 – Aug 18

Engage with children as you volunteer with a local NGO that promotes literacy and education Live on a wildlife sanctuary surrounded by thousands of species of flora and fauna Experience a spectrum of the Belizean environment, from rich rainforests to the Caribbean coast Dive into the marine ecosystem on a snorkeling adventure Gain a new perspective on animal conservation at the Belize Zoo Understand the “island way of life.”