Conservation
Belize Barrier Reef System awaits removal from World Heritage Site in-danger list
A draft decision has been published on the World Heritage Center’s (WHC) website supporting the notion to remove the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System (BBRRS) from the in danger list. The final decision will be made at the WHC's 42nd annual meeting to take place June 24th - July 4th.
Conservation
59 Forest Rangers Sworn-in as Special Constables
Following two weeks of intensive training at the Belize Police Academy, 59 Forest Rangers of both government and forest co-management agencies were sworn-in as Special Constables.
Environment
CRFM and FAO launch Pacific-Caribbean Nearshore FAD Fisher Exchange
The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) and the FAO Subregional Office for the Pacific Islands (FAO SAP) in Samoa are collaborating to host the Pacific-Caribbean Nearshore FAD Fisher Exchange – a 12-day study tour in three Caribbean countries.
Community and Society
San Pedro observes Hands across the Sand
Ambergris Caye residents joined thousands of Belizeans on Saturday, May 19th for the annual ‘Hands across the Sand’ in an effort to highlight the issues that threaten Belize’s marine natural resources.
Environment
Caribbean Fisheries Ministers endorse protocol for securing small-scale fisheries
Fisheries Ministers who recently attended the 12th Regular Meeting of the Ministerial Council of the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM), held in Montserrat on Friday, 18 May 2018, endorsed a newly drafted protocol on Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries in the region.
Community and Society
San Pedro rejects tourism development at Cayo Rosario
Citizens on the island are outraged over the idea of the proposed tourism project on Cayo Rosario, which is located within the Hol Chan Marine Reserve extension. As a united voice, they sent a strong message to the investors behind the project and the National Environmental Advisory Committee (NEAC) who approved it. Islanders say they will not allow any development on the island that would jeopardize the sensitive marine environment or the livelihood of present and future generations of San Pedranos.
Community and Society
Successful coastal clean-up held during Reef Week 2018
The clean-up served as a way to continue raising awareness about keeping the environment clean, as well as to send a message to stop the use of non-biodegradable products.
Community and Society
Over 900 Lionfish caught for Hol Chan Reef Week Tournament
The tournament is meant to raise awareness of the invasive species that poses a major threat to marine life.