By Zoila Palma: The Government of Belize has secured BZ$8.9 million to support economic activity and resilience in Southern Belize through the PROSPER Project.
During a partnership signing ceremony at the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex, representatives from 12 Toledo communities signed letters of intent to partner with the Government and the International Labour Organization (ILO) on the initiative.
The PROSPER (Participation, Ownership, and Sustainable Progress for Economic Resilience) Project is a joint effort involving the Government of Belize, the European Union and the ILO, targeting communities in the Stann Creek and Toledo districts.
Through the project, Maya and Garifuna communities will establish local action groups to develop and implement economic plans focused on local industries, including cacao agroforestry and sustainable tourism, with the aim of creating opportunities and strengthening local economies.
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By Zoila Palma: The Government of Belize has secured BZ$8.9 million to support economic activity and resilience in Southern Belize through the PROSPER Project. During a partnership signing ceremony at the Punta Gorda Sporting Complex, representatives from 12 Toledo communities signed letters of intent to partner with the Government and the International Labour Organization (ILO)
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