Belize Marks 35th Anniversary of the CRC with Recommitment to Children’s Rights

Belize is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). This morning, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, in collaboration with UNICEF, held an event to discuss Belize’s progress in implementing the CRC and showcase key themes from the convention that have positively impacted the lives of children in Belize. The event featured presentations from prominent speakers and included a symbolic signing signaling a recommitment to the CRC. Minister of Human Development, Families, and Indigenous People’s Affairs Dolores Balderamos Garcia spoke on the importance of the convention and Belize’s progress so far. 

Chief Executive Officer in the Ministry of Human Development, Families, and Indigenous People’s Affairs Adele Catzim spoke on how various ministries have worked together to achieve goals under the CRC.

The event was held at the Leigh Richardson Building in the City of Belmopan.