Our Work
Our Work
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Our Mandate & Strategic Focus
Our Mandate & Strategic Focus
The Belize Association of Professional Planners (BAPP) is committed to promoting sustainable and equitable planning practices in Belize, while strengthening the role of planning in national and local development.
Our work focuses on:
Advocating for improved planning policies and frameworks
Promoting climate-resilient and inclusive urban and rural development
Supporting research and knowledge generation on spatial development issues
Strengthening collaboration across government, civil society, communities, and academia
Elevating the visibility and professional recognition of planners in Belize
To deliver on this mandate, BAPP operates through key programme areas:
Urban Resilience and Climate Justice
Coastal Resilience and Climate Justice
Urban Lab (Research and Innovation)
Urban and Rural Land Rights and Gender Justice
These focus areas reflect BAPP’s commitment to addressing the intersection of planning, climate change, social inclusion, and sustainable development.
Current & Recent Project Activities
Current & Recent Project Activities
BAPP has implemented a diverse portfolio of initiatives focused on urban resilience, climate justice, gender equity, and evidence-based planning across Belize.
These initiatives have reached thousands of beneficiaries, including residents of underserved urban communities, women and youth leaders, municipal authorities, civil society organizations, and national stakeholders.
Key Areas of Impact
Key Areas of Impact
Strengthening community capacity for climate action
Advancing gender-responsive planning approaches
Supporting data-driven governance and decision-making
Promoting inclusive and participatory planning processes
Contributing to national and regional dialogue on sustainable urban development
Highlighted Initiatives
Highlighted Initiatives
Urban Resilience & Climate Action Projects
Supporting vulnerable communities through biodiversity initiatives, ecosystem-based planning, and climate adaptation strategies.Gender Equality & Community Leadership Programmes
Including initiatives such as the Urban and Rural Women and Girls Ambassadors Project and the EnGenDER Project, strengthening leadership, advocacy, and resilience.Data & Governance Initiatives
Enhancing the use of data systems for improved planning, transparency, and decision-making.Community-Based Planning & Placemaking
Supporting safer, more inclusive public spaces through participatory approaches.Research & Policy Contributions
Advancing land use, spatial equity, and resilience research to inform national development planning.
Through these initiatives, BAPP continues to bridge policy, research, and community action—ensuring that planning is both practical and impactful.
Strategic Partnerships
Strategic Partnerships
National and Local Partnerships
National and Local Partnerships
BAPP collaborates with government agencies, municipalities, and national institutions to support:
Policy development and implementation
Climate resilience initiatives
Community-based planning processes
Key partners include:
Belize City Council
Dangriga Town Council
Hopkins Village Council
National Climate Change Office
Regional & International Networks
Regional & International Networks
BAPP is connected to regional and global professional networks, enabling knowledge exchange and collaboration:
Caribbean Association of Planners (CAP)
Commonwealth Association of Planners
Development & Academic Partners
Development & Academic Partners
BAPP partners with international agencies, universities, and civil society organizations to deliver impactful programmes, including:
UNDP
UNICEF
Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC)
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
RTI International
British High Commission
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Ohio State University, NYU, Florida State University
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