Mar 07 2024 18 mins
Join us for an engaging conversation with Rossana Briceño, Belize's Special Envoy for Families and Children and the Prime Minister's wife. Rossana shares insights from her journey from special education to a pivotal role in driving societal change in Belize.
In this episode, Rossana discusses her involvement in the 'Engaging Men and Boys' training, which aims to transform societal attitudes and diminish gender-based violence. She outlines the obstacles she faces in her position and her commitment to fostering real change.
We also explore her efforts to enhance inclusivity, particularly for individuals with disabilities. This includes a groundbreaking initiative that introduced adapted Google Chromebooks for blind students in Belize.
Rossana addresses the importance of mental health awareness post-COVID, her ambitions to expand impactful projects into rural communities, and the critical support needed from the government in these efforts.
Tune in to discover Rossana Briceño's vision for a more inclusive Belize, her unwavering commitment to societal improvement, and her belief in the transformative power of collective action.
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