The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has signed a two-year agreement with global nonprofit Conservation International (CI) to promote nature-positive tourism throughout the Caribbean.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishes a framework for joint efforts to advance sustainable tourism models that protect biodiversity, strengthen local economies, and improve community well-being.
The goal of the agreement is to advance sustainable, nature-positive tourism through conservation-driven investments, support for community-led initiatives that protect biodiversity and livelihoods, and technical cooperation in research, education and outreach. Key priorities include building sector capacity, encouraging tourism investment in conservation, and promoting resilient, nature-based economic models across the region.
“This partnership marks a meaningful step forward in our mission to build a regenerative, inclusive and climate-smart tourism sector,” said Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary-General and CEO of the CTO. “By partnering with Conservation International, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting the Caribbean’s rich natural heritage while uplifting the communities that depend on it.”
“Working together with the CTO, we can unlock the potential of nature-positive tourism to protect the region’s oceans and coastlines, support sustainable blue economy growth, and empower communities to thrive in the face of climate change,” said Kelvin Alie, Senior Vice President, Field Programs at Conservation International.
