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Regional Congress Champions Gender-Inclusive Future for African Tourism

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 - The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with UN Tourism, successfully hosted a three-day Women in Tourism Regional Congress themed "Beyond empowerment to Education, Innovation, and Finance Access".

Three UN Agencies Unite to Promote Sustainable Urban Tourism

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 – In a landmark collaboration, three United Nations agencies – UN Tourism, UN-Habitat, and UNESCO – joined forces at the World Urban Forum in Cairo, Egypt, to champion sustainable urban tourism practices. This initiative marks the first time these agencies have collaborated at the World Urban Forum, underscoring their shared commitment to promoting tourism that benefits both cities and their residents.

Building on Successful Partnerships

UN Tourism to Host First Global Conference on Tourism for Rural Development in Vietnam

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 – The UN Tourism is set to host the First Global Conference on Tourism for Rural Development in Hoi An, Vietnam, from December 9th to 11th. This groundbreaking event, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Vietnam, will bring together global and local leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers to explore the transformative potential of tourism for rural communities.

Empowering Rural Communities Through Tourism

COP29 to Feature Thematic Day on Climate Change and Tourism for the First Time

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 – In a landmark decision, the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP29) will feature a dedicated Thematic Day focused on climate change and tourism. This marks the first time tourism ministers will participate in the conference, placing the sector firmly within the COP29 Action Agenda.

Tourism's Role in Global Climate Action

Madrid to Host 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress, Uniting Global Leaders

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 – The World Sports Tourism Congress (WSTC) is back for its third edition, taking place on November 28th and 29th at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain. Organized by UN Tourism and the Government of the Region of Madrid, the congress will unite prominent figures from the worlds of sports and tourism under the theme "Tourism and Sport Creating a Lasting Legacy for Destinations."

A Global Gathering of Sports and Tourism Leaders