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We care about our girls.

NWC engages with young women in our communities.

Learn How

Celebrating the women in our lives!

Each year, March is a busy month for NWC with jam packed schedule of events.

Learn More About Women's Month

Unite to End Violence Against Women

NWC observes 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence in Belize.

Learn More About 16 Days of Activism

Involving Men in the process.

We encourage and empower men in Belize to speak up against Gender-Based Violence, and to take action in their communities.

Learn more about our Men's Engagement Strategies

Working toward an equitable future for women and men in Belize.

National Women's Commission is a strategic advisory body to the Government of Belize on issues of gender.

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What do we do?

National Women's Commission is working to achieve gender equality, equity, and women’s empowerment in Belize.

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Advise the Government

We work with the government of Belize to inform and improve laws, programs and policies for the improvement and advancement of gender equality in Belize.

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Inform the Public

We work with the government of Belize to inform and improve laws, programs and policies for the improvement and advancement of gender equality in Belize.

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Provide Oversight

We provide oversight to national gender mainstreaming strategies, the implementation of the National Gender Policy, and the National Gender-based Action Plan.

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Coordinate Efforts

The National Women’s Commission coordinates the national government and non-government response to gender issues by enhancing effective response, reducing duplication, ensuring standards are met, and increasing accountability to affected populations.

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Were you treated unprofessionally when reporting gender-based violence?

If you were treated unprofessionally when filing a report, you can make a complaint by filling out a Gender-based Violence Services Complaint Form which is now available online.

Make a formal complaint

Are you in trouble? Do you need to report a domestic abuse situation?

If you are experiencing gender-based violence and need police assistance, please call:

You can also send a text or a WhatsApp message to the number 672-9628 to request urgent attention.

Stay in the loop with our quarterly newsletter - Voices

As the policy advisory body to the Government of Belize for issues of gender equality, equity, and women’s empowerment, we strive to keep our partners and stakeholders abreast of the many interventions being implemented.

Join our email list to receive a copy in your inbox, plus receive future publications from the National Women's Commission.

We partner with organizations that are making a difference for women around the world.

Read the NWC Blog to learn more about who we serve, and how.

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The National Women’s Commission
#1632 Buttonwood Bay Boulevard
Belize City, Belize

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