The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) is a statutory organization established as a Trust Fund under the Protected Areas Conservation Trust Act, Chapter 218 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2020. Since its establishment in 1995 as Belize’s national Conservation Trust Fund, PACT has been at the forefront of conservation efforts in Belize, with significant legislative amendments in 2002, 2015, and 2017 enhancing its mandate. Sourcing funds nationally and internationally, PACT contributes to financing the sustainable management and development of Belize’s natural and cultural heritage through partnership and collaboration with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community-based organizations that manage Belize’s National Protected Areas System. Additionally, recognizing the global impact of climate change, PACT established its Climate Finance Portfolio in 2022 to support national efforts in building Belize’s climate resilience across all sectors. Through its accreditation to international climate financing institutions, PACT provides access to funding for climate adaptation and mitigation projects. PACT operates under a strategic framework designed to close the financing gap in conservation and climate finance, improve stakeholder engagement, and optimize organizational performance.

PACT’s Communications and Marketing Unit spearheads and executes strategic communications and marketing initiatives to enhance the organization’s visibility among internal and external stakeholders. Working collaboratively with all units across PACT, the Unit contributes to the fulfilment of PACT’s mission by raising awareness of programs, showcasing achievements, and fostering greater stakeholder engagement.