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The Role of Governance & Responsible Tourism
Responsible Tourism in Destinations V Edmonton, Alberta. June 29, 2011
"The sheep are happier of themselves, than under the care of wolves.
Thomas Jefferson
Functions of GovernmentForeign ExchangeLocal EmploymentModernisationNational ImagePolitical StabilityNational SecurityLegal framework & contract enforcementFinancial frameworkRegulate & ControlSocial Services
3ChallengesShort Term
Highly Competitive
Complex/fragmented
Politics
Funding
Pace of Global Change
What worked in Belize?2003 Dissolved the Ministry of Tourism2008 Recreated the Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation. (New approach in recruiting Private Sector staff to run the Ministry.)2009 added Culture2009 RTD III Belize declarations2011 BTB development of a Quality & Sustainability Unit.National Responsible Tourism Policy
Our RoleBring Together: International CommunityPublic SectorPrivate Sector
Policy Development & Regulation
LE3 AD Listen to the People
Educate Youth
Enable Local Partners
Engage the Industry
Empower Local People
Demonstrate
Thank you!Yashin Dujon Chief Tourism Officer, Ministry of Tourism, BelizeAg. Director of Quality Assurance, Belize Tourism Board
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