Belizean Maritime Professional Selected for Prestigious International Training

Allison Mendez of the Belize Port Authority has embarked on a prestigious training opportunity in Suriname. She was selected to participate in the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) Level 1 Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Manager Course—a program focused on enhancing maritime safety and efficiency.

In a statement the Women in Maritime Association, Caribbean (WiMAC) Belize Chapter said, “WiMAC Belize is proud to celebrate Ms Allison Mendez from the Belize Port Authority, who has been selected to take the prestigious IALA Level 1 AtoN Manager Course!”

According to WiMAC, Mendez is the first and only Belizean woman to undergo this certification. It said, “We are cheering her on as she represents Belize and embraces this incredible learning opportunity. She is the first and only female from Belize that will be certified after completion. It is truly inspiring to see more women advancing in maritime studies, gaining specialised knowledge, and bringing their experiences back home to make an impact!”

The two-week course is fully funded.