One Small Step for Man...

The United Nations proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IBD) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. This year The Convention on Biodiversity is promoting the protection of biodiversity in drylands.

In addition to an official celebration of International Biodiversity Day in Belize, organizations within Belize are putting on the 2nd Annual Natural Resources and Environment Week, May 21st to 27th. This year's theme is "Environmental Education- A Step Towards Friendly Development".

And that's where I come in, serving as an Environmental Educator. I will be helping Belizeans to manage natural resources and protect biodiversity in sustainable ways that accrue benefits to community members and improve their quality of life. It sound like a lot of responsibility, but I will take small steps and at the same time learn about the environment from Belizeans. Together we will make the world a better place.