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 Nana Mensah - Country Director (2006)
Mr. Mensah brings to the SHI Belize team his training as an agricultural engineer, agronomist and educator. Before joining SHI he taught chemistry and construction at the University of Belize, Toledo Campus and worked as an environmental manager/consultant for Meco & Santa Fe Co. Most recently, he taught Spanish and integrated science at Julian Cho Technical High School and served as the Director for Southern Marketing and Appropriate Research Technology (SMART). "I love to protect our environment and natural resources so that future generations can afford the same quality of life that we take for granted or are striving to obtain.
Candido Chun - Southern Belize Regional Coordinator (1999)
Candido Chun grew up farming, worked for five years as a school teacher and as a principal for two years prior to his work with SHI. Chun sees his work with SHI as a way to give back to his community. "There have not been too many people who graduated from high school who want to come back and deliver to their community their education based on what they have achieved. It is for this reason that I chose to be that person to show and prove to the people that I can hold and work with a machete and can be productive. We must not forget that the people who hold the machete are the ones we most thank for the food we buy at the market."
Kenny Cal - Field Trainer (2006)
To begin with, my name is Kenny Cal residing from San Miguel Village Toledo District. I was born on the 25th day of December 1984. I live in a family with eight children, I being the third oldest. I should say that I have played a vital role to my family. Just to mention a few of my characteristic are, dependable, honest, and very friendly such that I understand individual and sometimes give advice to my peers. I am single a person meaning not married and attend church services at the Nazarene church. To include some of my qualification, I have graduated at the primary school. Then I furthered my studies and graduated in the year 2003 at Toledo Community College (High School), with awards in general Agriculture (organic 3rd highest honors) and other subjects. It should be noted as well that not only did I had the theoretical aspect but firsthand/practical experience in area like Animal Science and applied Agriculture (organic). Presently I am attending the University Of Belize centered in Punta Gorda Toledo District (part time) enrolled in the Natural Resource Management Program. Additionally I have been working in personal farm. In conclusion I must say that I am a person that have a great interest and take the environment as a resource that is worth more than jewels and pearls meaning that I value our Natural Resource due to the main reason of, looking at the society in general, people are taking our resource for granted and give very little or nothing to mother nature. Planting back something is a leading way to sustainability.
Juan Cho - Field Trainer (2006)
I learned from my dad about growing fresh organic vegetables, sustainable and organic agriculture, and I grew up doing farming. Not only am I fond of farm work, but academically I had it too. And so on exam time in 1993 I was very successful. In fact, I was the valedictorian of the class for that year. During those times it was really difficult for me to enter into high school due to the lack of financial support. Despite the many hardships, I continued the struggle all on my own. I have engaged in the following activities such as construction, and have attended these short courses in tour guiding, driving of motor vehicle, first aid and agricultural training, beside my agriculture work, which I do for a living. At present I am learning computer skills. I did tour guiding on the side to gain money, so I find out that a lot of people like our farm. Interestingly, in the past we were making home made organic chocolate bars. I became interested in being an SHI extensionist, which is to teach other farmers the techniques of sedentary and organic agriculture that I have learned from experience. I love to share to other families the way how to grow organic vegetable and to improve the quality of life and health in our communities. And of course, to teach our younger brother and sister who are also interested in agriculture. Today, modern technology education is good but learning the appropriate sustainable agriculture practice is even much better. Since beginning work with SHI-Belize, farmers have proven me as a person of good caliber, character, qualities, and one with experiences in agriculture.
Robert Chavarria - Field Trainer (2007)
My name is Robert Chavarria Jr. I was born on October 12,1987 in Belize City. I am the oldest child in a family of four. In June of 2006 I graduated with an Associated Degree in Natural Resource Management from the University of Belize, Toledo. During my high school days I assisted my grandfather at his farm at Laguna Junction. We planted corn, rice, beans and presently I'm coordinating my personal vegetable garden. I plant different types of vegetables such as carrots, cabbage, cucumber, lettuce and many more. I enjoy working in the fields providing the needy with technical advice and assistance. I enjoy my position as a field trainer due to the fact that I get to know new people, learn new things and finally interact with different people. My philosophy is that good things comes true with hard work and dedication.
 Bibiana Paquiul - Field Trainer (2008)
My name is Bibiana Paquiul and I was born in Punta Gorda Town, Toledo. I grew up in a large family, myself being the fifth child. I graduated from Toledo Community College in June 2004, and I am currently attending the University of Belize in Toledo completing my Associates degree in Natural Resource Management. I had previously conducted some volunteer work with SHI and it was a very rewarding experience to be out in the field helping the villagers and assisting my community. With the increase in unsustainable agricultural practices and deforestation, it is important to protect our resources. It has always been my dream to assist in promoting sustainability and that is what I hope to achieve while working with SHI. It will also provide me with an opportunity to give back to my community and my country Belize by assisting in alleviating poverty, promoting environmentally sound practices and protecting the natural resources for future generations.
 Estevan Assi - Field Trainer (2008)
I am Estevan Assi Jr. I was born on January 2, 1986 in the beautiful village of San Antonio, Toledo. I am the oldest child in a family of four. I am still pursuing my Associate's Degree in Natural Resource Management at the University of Belize, Toledo. When I was younger, I used to walk with my grandfather for three hours just to reach his plantation. His great farm work has inspired me to also become a hardworking farmer. I always look for opportunities in which I could give back to my community. I was also a primary schoolteacher for two years but I decided to move on as an agricultural extensionist, since this is my field of study. I love working with people and I am more than willing to share my ideas, learn more and meet new faces.
 Herminio Sho - Field Trainer (2008)
I am Herminio Sho Jr and I am presently 18 years old. I graduated with a high school diploma in 2006 at the Toledo Community College and did one year of my sixth form studies in Biology at the Sacred Heart Junior College. I was born and raised from the peaceful community of Pueblo Viejo located in the southern part of the Toledo District, just an hour an a half drive from Punta Gorda. I am always on the move when it comes to work, meeting people, and at the same time having fun. Working so far with Sustainable Harvest International Belize is very amazing since working hand-in-hand with the people in rural communities is my passion. As a field trainer I look forward to obtaining more knowledge from the organization to share with the people neighboring and rural communities. Reading, working in the fields, hiking, swimming and playing football are some of my favorite hobbies.
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