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The annual Caribbean Conference on Sustainable Tourism Development is part of the information dissemination and regional awareness component of CTO’s Strategy for Sustainable Tourism.  It looks at how member states can design and implement sustainable tourism policies and programmes offering a regional forum for information exchange on the successes and pitfalls of national, regional and international initiatives. Organized by the CTO, it has evolved from the Caribbean Ecotourism Conference held from 1991 to 1996.


The Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Caribbean Conference on Sustainable (STC) 2019, will be hosted in St. Vincent and the Grenadines amidst an intensified national thrust to make the country more sustainable.

Several initiatives geared towards a greener, more climate resilient country have been initiated by the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines and local NGOs. Among these are the construction of a geothermal plant on St. Vincent to complement the country’s hydro and solar energy capacity and the restoration of the Ashton Lagoon on Union Island. These approaches aid in maintaining St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ reputation as an unspoilt destination.

STC 2019 is a fantastic opportunity to visit our shores! Book your stay at one of our boutique hotels or retreat to one of our island resorts.

Let our warm Vincy People pamper you and your family, as St. Vincent and the Grenadines has what it takes to satisfy every soul! The Ministry of Tourism, Sports and Culture and the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority look forward to warmly welcoming you to “the Caribbean you’re looking for”.

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Villa Beach, Villa, St Vincent & the Grenadines  

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Day 1
28 Aug 2019
Day 2
29 Aug 2019
Day 3
30 Aug 2019

Opening Ceremony

Facilities briefing and Opening Ceremony; CTO Ag. Secretary General; SVG Official; Forum Anchor – Faylene King, COO, St Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority.

General Session I – Community Based Tourism – Driving Innovations & Experiences

As the Caribbean continues its push for inclusive tourism development, the need for product diversification and differentiation that enhances community participation and benefit is of utmost importance in creating a...
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Joy director general bahamas
Joy Jibrilu
Julia Fillingame
Annie Bertrand
Kennedy Pemberton
judy karwacki
Judy Karwacki
10:30 - 11:00

Coffee Break & Exhibition Viewing

General Session II – Development Models for Social Integration

This session takes a practical look at working models that successfully merge tourism development with livelihood creation and eco-conscious destination management. It will introduce the idea of social entrepreneurship as...
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gabrielle stowell
Gabriella Stowell
Hayden Billingy
tasheka haynes bobb
Tasheka Haynes Bobb
K’adamawe K’nife
Dr. K’adamawe K’Nife

CTO Spotlights

Presenter: Amanda Charles, Sustainable Tourism Specialist, CTO
Amanda Charles
12:45-14:00

Luncheon – All Delegates

General Session III – Host Country Showcase – Energize: An Era of Renewable Energy in St. Vincent & the Grenadines

This session is an opportunity for the host country to share its sustainability story, showcase the diversity of its tourism product and experiences and illustrate its unique selling point, as...
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Thornley Myers
Herman Belmar
Bianca Porter
Ellsworth Dacon
15:15-15:30

Coffee Break

General Session IV: Indigenous Conversations – Celebrating our Past, Embracing our Future

This session takes a look at the changing composition of local livelihoods, and recognizes that the region’s indigenous people have a tangible role and stake in our tourism value chain....
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Rudolph Edwards
Uwahnie Martinez
Uwahnie Martinez
marcia douglas
Colonel Marcia ‘Kim’ Douglas
Zoila Ellis Browne
cris cal belize maya
Cristobal Cal

Working Group Activity – 1

Discuss in Groups and Develop a Pledge for each of the Session Topics/ Thematic areas for STC 2019 The pledge should seek to capture the essence of an ideal Caribbean...
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Welcome Reception

For all delegates. Venue: Pool Area, Sunset Shores

Keynote Address

Keynote address   
elizabeth thompson
Ambassador H. Elizabeth Thompson

General Session V – The Caring Economy: People, Planet and Profits

The core of sustainability is an equitable balance between the needs of our society, our environment and our economy, a relationship which must be honoured and respected if true Caribbean...
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Joy director general bahamas
Joy Jibrilu
Stina Herberg
Stina Herberg
gail henry
Gail Henry
seleni matus
Seleni Matus
09:55 - 10:30

Coffee Break & Exhibition Viewing

General Session VI – Transformation for Tourism Evolution

We live in an age where significant advantages come from adaptive innovations and the creative use of market disruptions. Notably, local tourism players are largely categorized as micro, small and...
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Maria Fowell
Carla James
Kieran Omar
Kieran St Omer
Tadzio Bervoets
Tadzio Bervoets
12:00 - 13:15

Luncheon – All Delegates

General Session VII – Conservation Matters, Nurturing Our Nature

The Caribbean is known for the diversity of its assets including pristine natural environments, a plethora of endemic flora, fauna and coral species and spectacular landscapes, which are the foundation...
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vincent sweeny
Vincent Sweeney
Orisha Joseph
Dr. Alex Brylske

Working Group Activity – 2

Discuss in Groups and Develop a Pledge for each of the Session Topics | Thematic areas for STC 2019 The pledge should seek to capture the essence of an ideal...
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15:30 - 15:45

Coffee break

General Session VIII – Stakeholders Speak Out

An open forum where delegates can share their views, ventilate ideas and discuss disruptions, issues and trends reshaping the tourism industry. Possible ‘Hot Button’ issues include: (a) Over-tourism vs the...
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glen beache
Glen Beache
Dr. Jerrol Thompson
Avanell DaSilva
Kim Halbich
lisa indar
Dr. Lisa Indar
17:15 - 17:30

Conference Wrap Up

Closing Function – All Delegates: CTO Sustainable Tourism Awards Presentation 2019

These Awards are aimed at identifying and showcasing Sustainable Tourism Good Practices in the Caribbean. The awards recognize individuals, groups, organizations or companies in any of the Caribbean Tourism Organization...
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Post Conference Tour – optional

Post Conference Tour – optional.  

What Past Attendees Liked About the Conference

The interaction between all representatives of member states who are directly involved in Sustainable Tourism. I also appreciated the workshop on communicating sustainability…

Vashti Ramsey-Casimir, Ministry of Tourism, Antigua & Barbuda

The opportunity of networking and sharing gathered information and the aspect of hearing from the hurricane hit islands.

Edris, St Eustatius government

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