Dance Therapy Volunteer Program in Belize

What is the Dance Therapy in Belize project all about?

If you can inspire others to express themselves through movement, then volunteer on this wonderful project for dance therapy in Belize. Dance therapy is recognised by many as being very useful for children and young people who have been abused. It encourages them to become more self-expressive and, for some, develops self-worth and builds self-esteem. This helps children and young people to become more confident socially and can also overcome the feeling of being ostracised from the community. Dance therapy also enables them to learn more about dance and to have fun, which is often missing from their lives.

This placement is based at a community youth centre set up by a local foundation, and young people and children are either referred here by the police or Social Services or have built up the confidence to drop-in themselves. A detailed curriculum is in place and through movement, circle time icebreakers, and arts-focused on feelings, it is hoped that the young people of Belize will be able to express their emotions, enabling them to move forward to counselling. Bring your ideas, enthusiasm and experience and help integrate this dance therapy programme into the lives of those who are in need of an avenue to express their feelings as well as having fun.

Why choose this Dance Therapy project?

• Benefit from sharing your skills, compassion and support while helping to foster a positive experience for everyone involved.
• Provide much-needed help to those dealing with the effects of abuse, as child abuse is common in Belize and many children are left in despair with low self-esteem and little self-worth.
• Add an interesting and unique experience to your CV/Resume and learn how dance therapy can be invaluable in helping others express themselves.

Role of the Healthcare Volunteer

Volunteers on this dance therapy project will be asked to work with children and young people who have suffered abuse and need to develop their confidence through dance. You will show them different dance techniques and help them learn. You will also encourage them to express themselves through dance with the aim of increasing their self-worth.

The programme has been written into 7 chapters. The first 2 focus on building relationships through listening and communication skills, and the following 5 chapters focus on the Champions Through movement Curriculum, Relaxation and Focusing, Socialisation and Peer Skills, Anger Management and Coping Skills, Building Self-Confidence and Self-Esteem, and Reducing Self-Blame and Empowerment. You will continue to develop this through adding in your own ideas and experiences while taking into account local music and dance trends. This is a great opportunity to apply your own passion for dance therapy.

What skills do I need to be a Healthcare Volunteer in Belize?

This project placement requires volunteers to be very enthusiastic, love working with children and young people, and come up with ideas and knowledge that they are willing to share with others. Experience in dance therapy, performing arts or movement therapy or a degree in this field is required. This placement requires volunteers to be able to use their initiative, work without daily guidance and be confident enough when dealing with others. You will be asked to send your CV/Resume and attend a telephone interview before being accepted onto this project.

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