UN Hosts Career Fair at Galen University, Showcases Opportunities for Belizeans

Representatives of the United Nations in Belize is hosting a series of university tours aimed at sharing career and volunteer opportunities within the UN system, both locally and globally.  Today’s stop at Galen university brought together 8 UN agencies, funds and programmed in what the school called a “marketplace” and is part of an agreement signed with UNICEF and four tertiary level institutions.  Love News spoke with the Head of office for the United Nations Resident Coordinator, Hero Balani, about the partnership with the tertiary institution.

The Panel discussion included Dr. Karen Bell, Melva Johnson, Katsuyoshi Takakura and Hero Balani and offered students practical advice and encouragement to pursue pathways within the organization. The Director of Student Affairs, Sylvia Batty, elaborated on the possibility of alumni making a difference on a deeper level. 

The event featured booths from UNICEF Belize, UNHCR Belize, ION Belize, UNFPA Caribbean and PAHO/WHO, each offering students a closer look at their work in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).