Belize abounds with ecological treasures, from the second largest barrier reef in the world to intricate cave systems and waterfalls in pristine tropical forests. Belizean society includes Creole, Mestizo, Garifuna, and Maya in a remarkably diverse population. Despite its cultural and ecological resources, Belize is burdened by a large foreign debt and expanding trade deficit, the effects of which can be seen in a lack of financial resources for education, health, and social services. Widespread poverty is a natural result. Information about Dangriga, the seat of Stann Creek District and a major site for Peacework initiatives in Belize, can be found at DangrigaLive.bz, a site developed by a Peacework intern.
