Ministry of Education Opens 7th U Space Hub

The Leo Bradley Library in Belize City unveiled the seventh U Space Hub this morning. This “creative space” now brings the ambitious initiative to inspire children’s curiosity in science and technology to the heart of the city.

Minister of Education Francis Fonseca spoke on the importance of making these spaces accessible to young people and future generations as libraries evolve with time.

“This is the education zone, the education community… I’m very, very happy that the library service partnered with us to allow us to have this space,” Fonseca said. “All these wonderful young people around here can benefit from this space.”

With over 42 libraries across the country, Fonseca said there is the need to transform them into dynamic, interactive spaces. These hubs, he said, will provide young people with opportunities to learn about Belizean culture, history, and music while exchanging ideas in a creative environment.

“We’re used to visiting the library, and we see a lot of dusty books… We have to make sure that especially our young people understand that these libraries are for them,” he added.