A delegation from the International Black Women's Public Policy Institute in Washington D.C are here in Belize. The delegation launched a Black Women's Conference today at Chateau Caribbean focusing on personal and social issues affecting black women in Belize and worldwide. The coordinator Barbara Perkins explained how self- care and development will translate to a stronger more empowered society for black women.
The conference ends on Sunday. Perkins and her tram will also meet with the Special Envoy for Women and Children Kim Simplis Barrow.