To date, four women have been married to the Prime Minister of Belize. George Cadle Price is the only Prime Minister to be unmarried. The spouse of the prime minister of Belize is not officially defined in the constitution, but the role generally involves a combination of public duties, charity work, and social responsibilities. The role does not involve a salary. The incumbent is Her Excellency Rossana Briceño, who assumed the role on November 12, 2020, upon her husband, Hon. John Briceño, becoming the Prime Minister of Belize.
Role and Responsibilities The role of the Spouse of the Prime Minister of Belize, while unofficial, typically includes:
Representing the country at various national and international events. Supporting and advocating for social causes and charitable organizations. Working to improve the welfare and development of families and children in Belize. Participating in cultural, social, and ceremonial activities.
Her Excellency Rossana Briceño Rossana Maria Briceño (née Pérez) was born on July 26, 1968, in Orange Walk, Belize. She is married to Hon. John Briceño, the current Prime Minister of Belize. They have three children—Daniel, John, and Andre—and a granddaughter named Celeste.
Rossana Briceño holds a master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of North Florida and a bachelor's degree in Special Education from Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU). She has dedicated her career to education, particularly special education, serving for over three decades at St. Peter's Anglican School, where she also served as principal.
On January 22, 2021, Rossana Briceño was appointed as the Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children. In this capacity, she advocates for the rights and welfare of Belizean families and children, focusing on inclusive education and support for those with special needs.
List of Spouses of the Prime Minister of Belize +SpousePrime MinisterStart of TenureEnd of TenureNoneGeorge Cadle PricePrice never married19811984Kathleen LevyManuel Esquivel19841989NoneGeorge Cadle Price19891993Kathleen LevyManuel Esquivel19931998Joan MusaSaid Musa19982008Kim Simplis BarrowDean Barrow20082020Rossana BriceñoJohnny Briceño2020present
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