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Get ready for some in-depth knowledge on the topic of sustainability! This section will help you explore a variety of topics, from community involvement and human rights issues to social innovation in the tourism industry.

Child Protection in Tourism
Socio-Cultural Dimension

Child Protection in Tourism

Explore the impacts of tourism on child rights and the vulnerabilities children face in this comprehensive self-paced course. The course delves into how tourism can affect children’s lives in various ways, particularly highlighting their vulnerability. As the demand for travel and social, cultural, and community-based tourism grows, so do the risks to children. This course will provide insights into protecting children and the advantages of doing so for your tourism business.

The course takes about 1x hour and you will earn a badge once you complete it and pass the assessment. 

Enjoy!

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The course is intended for tourism professionals in management positions, and anyone interested in the topic.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? 

  •  You will learn how to explain what child rights are and why and how they can be impacted by business
  • You will learn how to identify potential negative impacts of tourism on child rights
  • You will learn how to contribute to a child-friendly tourism
  • You will learn how to determine what you can do to fight against sexual exploitation of children in tourism
Keywords: Child rights, Tourism risks, Protection benefits

CERTIFICATE 

The platform automatically generates a badge of completion once you complete the web-based training/course and complete the final assessment. If you pass 80% of the assessment questions, you will automatically receive your "open badge"! To learn more about open badges, please click here.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

  • Course Developer: Commissioned and developed by GIZ Sector Project Cooperation with the Private Sector - Component Sustainable Development through Tourism. For developer information compare course imprint.
  • Contact Person: Should you have queries regarding the course, please reach out to e-academy@tuicarefoundation.com.
  • Content License: CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Course Publication Date: 31.03.2023
You might also find these courses on atingi useful:
 This course is part of the learning pathway "Implementation of Sustainable Tourism Practices" which further includes the following modules:

Decent Work Conditions in Tourism
Socio-Cultural Dimension

Decent Work Conditions in Tourism

In this self-paced course, you'll explore the concept of 'decent work' in the realm of tourism. You'll discover why it's essential, what makes a workplace better, how to make your business more appealing to potential employees, and the strategies for improving communication. 

The course takes about 1x hour and you will earn a badge once you complete it and pass the assessment. 

Enjoy!

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The course is intended for tourism professionals in management positions, and anyone interested in the topic.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? 

  • You will learn why decent work matters for your tourism business
  • You will learn about the dimensions of decent work
  • You will learn to evaluate your tourism business in order to improve your work environment
  • You will learn about mechanisms to make your business more appealing to staff
  • You will learn about how to improve communication channels in your business
Keywords: Decent work, Tourism management, Workplace enhancement

CERTIFICATE 

The platform automatically generates a badge of completion once you complete the web-based training/course and complete the final assessment. If you pass 80% of the assessment questions, you will automatically receive your "open badge"! To learn more about open badges, please click here.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

  • Course Developer: Commissioned and developed by GIZ Sector Project Cooperation with the Private Sector - Component Sustainable Development through Tourism. For developer information compare course imprint.
  • Contact Person: Should you have queries regarding the course, please reach out to e-academy@tuicarefoundation.com.
  • Content License: CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Course Publication Date: 31.03.2023
You might also find these courses on atingi useful:
 This course is part of the learning pathway "Implementation of Sustainable Tourism Practices" which further includes the following modules:

Women's Rights & Gender Equality in Tourism
Socio-Cultural Dimension

Women's Rights & Gender Equality in Tourism

This self-paced course will help you explore the key issues related to women’s rights and gender equality in tourism. Women are strongly represented in the tourism labour market. However, many women are employed in low-paid services. This is neither good for the women employed, nor is it an advantage for the company. With this course you will explore real stories of four women who have gained quality of life through improved working conditions and thus helped the company they are working for to be more successful. 

The course will take you about 1 hour and you will earn a badge once you complete it and pass the assessment.

Enjoy!

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The course is intended for tourism professionals in management positions, and anyone interested in the topic.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? 

  • You will learn how to explain the key issues related to women’s rights and gender equality in tourism
  • You will learn how to identify potential negative impacts of tourism on women’s rights and what you can do about it
Keywords: Gender equality, Women in tourism, Workplace improvement

CERTIFICATE 

The platform automatically generates a badge of completion once you complete the web-based training/course and complete the final assessment. If you pass 80% of the assessment questions, you will automatically receive your "open badge"! To learn more about open badges, please click here.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

  • Course Developer: Commissioned and developed by GIZ Sector Project Cooperation with the Private Sector - Component Sustainable Development through Tourism. For developer information compare course imprint.
  • Contact Person: Should you have queries regarding the course, please reach out to e-academy@tuicarefoundation.com.
  • Content License: CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Course Publication Date: 31.03.2023

Community Involvement in Tourism
Socio-Cultural Dimension

Community Involvement in Tourism

In this self-paced course, senior managers in tourism will learn to integrate local communities into their tourism business by understanding the importance of applying an inclusive business model that extends beyond donations. The course takes approximately 1x hour to complete, during which the challenges of Community Involvement in Tourism (CIT) for companies, communities, and the environment will be explored, with ideas for solutions provided. Upon successful completion and passing the assessment, a badge will be awarded. 

This course is intended for tourism professionals in management positions and anyone interested in the topic. 

Enjoy!

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The course is intended for tourism professionals in management positions, and anyone interested in the topic.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? 

  •  You will learn how to understand what it takes to involve local communities in tourism businesses
  • You will learn how to identify the stakeholders in community involvement in tourism
  •  You will learn how to integrate local communities into your daily business activities
  • You will learn how to articulate why investing in local community linkages creates a win-win situation for locals and businesses
Keywords: Sustainability, tourism, management

CERTIFICATE 

The platform automatically generates a badge of completion once you complete the web-based training/course and complete the final assessment. If you pass 80% of the assessment questions, you will automatically receive your "open badge"! To learn more about open badges, please click here.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

  • Course Developer: Commissioned and developed by GIZ Sector Project Cooperation with the Private Sector - Component Sustainable Development through Tourism. For developer information compare course imprint.
  • Contact Person: Should you have queries regarding the course, please reach out to e-academy@tuicarefoundation.com.
  • Content License: CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Course Publication Date: 31.03.2023
You might also find these courses on atingi useful:
 This course is part of the learning pathway "Implementation of Sustainable Tourism Practices" which further includes the following modules:

Animal Welfare
Socio-Cultural Dimension

Animal Welfare

This self-paced course provides a comprehensive overview of animal welfare and its intersection with tourism. Throughout the course, participants will delve into the various impacts that tourism activities can have on animal welfare, gaining a broad understanding of this critical issue. Moreover, participants will explore a set of guidelines outlining the Do's and Don'ts for different tourism activities involving animals, applicable to both animals under human care and those in the wild.

The course will take you about 1 hour and you will earn a badge once you complete it and pass the assessment. 

Enjoy!


WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

The course is intended for suppliers, tourists and anyone interested in the topic.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN? 

  • You will learn about the impacts that tourism can have on the animal welfare.
  • You will learn about the different animal welfare aspects typically assessed for animal related activities.
  • You will learn the Do's and Don'ts for the different tourism activities involving animals, related with both, animals under human care and in the wild.
Keywords: Sustainability, tourism, management, sustainable food

HOW MUCH TIME DO YOU NEED TO INVEST?

The course, together with the other materials and the test, takes about 60 minutes.


CERTIFICATE 

The platform will automatically generate a badge of completion once you complete the final assessment. If you pass 80% of the assessment questions, you will automatically receive your “open badge”! To learn more about open badges, please click here.

FURTHER INFORMATION 

  • Course Developer: TUI Care Foundation, common sense
  • Contact Person: Should you have queries regarding the course, please reach out to e-academy@tuicarefoundation.com.
  • Content License: CC BY-SA 4.0
  • Course Publication Date: 31.03.2023