Minister of Tourism, Honorable Manuel Heredia, heads the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation under which falls:

• Belize National Tourism Council
• Belize Tourism Board

In implementing the National Tourism Policy, the Ministry of Tourism works closely with other ministries and government departments as well as with the private sector.

The Belize Government’s website provides information on government policies, programmes, personnel, in addition to an overview of Belize’s history, geography, and culture. The website also provides official government responses and commentaries on current issues and local and international news reports about Belize.
Visit http://www.belize.gov.bz for more information.

The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) is an environmental trust fund serving and enabling an empowering role in the conservation, preservation, enhancement, and management of Belize's natural resources and protected areas. Through a strategic, clear, equitable and flexible, and transparent process of grant making for all projects, PACT supports the involvement of large and small organizations to implement programs and projects which enhance the quality of life for Belizeans and Belize's role as a world leader in environmental conservation while supporting national developmental goals.
Visit  http://www.pactbelize.org for more information.

The National Institute of Culture and History (NICH) was created by the Government of Belize in 2003 to bring together diverse government departments, which had historically worked to preserve and promote Belizean culture and to allow for the management of newer endeavors. NICH is committed to the preservation of Belize's ancient and historical era monuments and artifacts; the interpretation of Belize's documented, photographic and oral history; and the promotion of contemporary visual, literary and performing arts. Through their research and community outreach activities, NICH seeks to help provide access for all to the diverse culture of Belize. NICH seeks to encourage Belizeans to better understand their historical and ethnic roots, and instill pride in Belize’s unique cultural diversity and shared national identity.
Visit http://www.nichbelize.org for more information.