Membership in LABEN is open to all who support the purpose and objectives of LABEN.  The organization is managed entirely by volunteers, who share LABEN's goals and vision for a highly educated Belizean community.

TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP

HONORARY MEMBER ~ Appointed
ACTIVE MEMBER ~ $60/year
PASSIVE MEMBER ~ $30/year

TYPES OF DONORS
BENEFACTOR ~ $250
PATRON ~ $100
STUDENT ~ $25
SUPPORTER ~ $$

BECOME A MEMBER or SUPPORTER

Join us in our efforts to improve the quality of life for Belizeans in the Diaspora.  To become an Active or Passive member of LABEN, one must agree to abide by the guidelines as specified in the Bylaws.

MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS

   Prospective Active or Passive members must:
   1.  be at least 18 years of age;
   2.  not have been convicted of a felony within the past 7 years;
   3.  not have strong political affiliations;
   4.  not be an active member of any political party;
   5.  complete an application form;
   6.  consent to volunteer their time and/or money; and
   7.  pay a one-time membership processing fee of $10.00.

HONORARY: The Board of Directors confers Honorary Membership upon individuals who have been recognized as having rendered exemplary and outstanding service to the Belizean community and/or to the furtherance of the goals and objectives of LABEN.  Honorary members have no voting rights.
ACTIVE:  Prospective members must attend a minimum of three consecutive meetings before consideration for membership will be given.  Active members must  attend at least 80% of meetings, pay their dues and participate in all organizational activities.  Active members have full voting rights and privileges.
PASSIVE:  Passive members are not required to attend general meetings, have no voting rights/privileges, and cannot hold office.

To become a member, send us your name, address and telephone number via e-mail Or snail mail:

LABEN, P.O. Box 191701, Los Angeles, CA 90019