In a significant move to bolster economic resilience and create sustainable opportunities, the PROSPER initiative was officially launched in Belize’s Toledo and Stann Creek districts. The event, held at Toledo Bible College in Yemeri Grove, brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the International Labour Organization (ILO), the European Union, and the Government of Belize. PROSPER, which stands for Participation, Ownership, and Sustainable Progress for Economic Resilience, is a four-year project with a budget of nearly nine million Belize dollars. It aims to empower local communities by fostering entrepreneurship, generating employment, and enhancing social inclusion, particularly among youth, women, and indigenous groups. ILO Deputy Director Noortje Denkers underscored the initiative’s alignment with Belize’s Decent Work Country Program, emphasizing the organization’s dedication to job creation and rural development. Leroy Martinez from the Ministry of Economic Transformation reiterated the government’s commitment, while Minister Florencio Marin Jr. highlighted PROSPER’s integration into the broader national agenda under Plan Belize. This initiative marks a transformative step toward building stronger, more resilient communities in southern Belize.