Publications
Key indicators that are used to assess the situation of children and women in health, education, child protection and HIV/AIDS. It is also utilized to monitor progress towards goals and global commitments aimed at promoting the welfare of children.
The Adolescent Girls Coverage Study is a powerful advocacy tool that allows program planners, policy-makers and decision-makers from a wide range of institutions to critically assess the gaps in programmes and services for girls and reconsider the manner in which resources targeting vulnerable groups are allocated.
The Belize Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS 4) 2011 conducted is part of the UNICEF- GOB Programme of Cooperation to monitor the progress of boys and girls development in Belize. It provides statistically sound and internationally comparable estimates of indicators in areas of health, education, child protection (including disabilities), water and sanitation and HIV and AIDS.
Data from the 2009 assessment of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in Belizean schools are analyzed and presented with regard to the state of WASH facilities, practices and education results from the 2011 evaluation of the “WASH Project” in Southern Belize. The principal challenges for WASH in Belizean schools and elements of effective school WASH administration are also presented.
This package consists of a teacher’s guide and tool set for the monitoring of WASH in Schools by students, including observation checklists, survey questions and special monitoring exercises.The modules are designed to gather key data on all components of WASH such as water, sanitation and handwashing facilities; hygiene knowledge and practices; waste disposal and operation systems.
The guidebook provides the information needed to ensure that every child knows about water, sanitation and hygiene. It provides guidance on safe WASH behaviours that help children, families and teachers stay healthy and avoid lifethreatening diseases. The activities can be adapted based on the country's needs.
Facts for Life has been developed as a vital resource for those who need it most. It delivers essential information on how to prevent child and maternal deaths, diseases, injuries and violence.
This Communication for Development Study centered on carrying out a study on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) specific to Children’s Rights that will inform the Communication for Development (C4D) Strategy and that will cut across program sectors in Belize. It aimed at identifying gaps that act as barriers to the full realization of Children’s Rights.
A document that contains the Convention on the Rights of the Child; Optional Protocols, MDG Goals, A World Fit for Us, A World Fit for Children 202 and a World Fit for Children Plus 5.
The Samuel Haynes School of Excellence is an institution where continuous improvements in the academic achievements of its students and the increased participation from community members is common. It serves as one of the few places in Belize City where children can have a safe space to study and to play, the organisation is promoting positive community change and ownership.
Aguacate Roman Catholic Primary School is a promising practice in education for use in communities where student learning benefits from bilingual education based on IBE concepts. For more than four years, students in Aguacate have continuously improved their educational performance as a result of intercultural bilingual education.
Julian Cho High School is a promising practice in education that works with communities where student learning can benefit from a holistic approach that integrates sports, arts, music, theatre, culture, and remedial education into its curriculum.
Tumul Kin School of Learning is a great educational model where students are exposed to a well-rounded curriculum which incorporates their language and culture, they benefit from a richer and more holistic experience. It has a strong focus on youth leadership and participation combined with youth participation in the governance of the school.
The report focuses on the situation of women and children in Belize. It acknowledges that notable successes have been made to improve the lives of children and women in Belize. However, unequal access, coverage and quality of social/health services. [E-book]
|