Kara-Tunga co-founder Theo Vos was asked to share what the essence of meaningful and effective stakeholder engagement is for Kara-Tunga. And what should the travel industry pay attention to and how should they engage with organisations like Kara-Tunga?
Human Rights in Tourism: “In conflict-stricken destinations, the indigenous communities are hungry for development but unaware of the risks of tourism. Tour operators/development partners must recognise inequality and invest in building their capacity to have a universal voice for making decisions and setting limits. We create a platform for dialogue with the host communities, as trust and frequent dialogue are key for sustainable relationships, extending to operators, agents and travellers.”
Sustainable tourism is no longer enough…
The people of Karamoja have embraced regenerative tourism to create a better world through travel. Since tourism in Uganda’s Karamoja sub-region is still in its infancy, it is incredibly important to raise awareness and set expectations and guidelines now. That’s why we supported our host community to develop ‘The Karamoja Travel Manifesto’. Learn more about the development process.
Travel with a purpose – Kara-Tunga connects Uganda’s most remote communities with the world, aimed at improving their lives and enriching travellers’ experiences. Watch a non-profit from Hungary deliver 205 SeatPacks (an adjustable backpack, bamboo and canvas chair and desk) to children studying at Usake Community School in the Morungole Mountains, one of the northernmost, most …
View the presentation by Kara-Tunga teamleader ‘Theo Vos‘ at the first ever Uganda Adventure Tourism Webinar themed “Market Opportunities and Destination challenges”. Kara-Tunga shared their case-study of developing Karamoja into a must-visit tourist destination. Notes were also shared about the ongoing developments around the Warrior Nomad Trail – A Culture and Adventure Tourist trail through …
2016 was not the first time that Theo Vos had traveled to Karamoja. It was the first time that he felt brave enough to travel around and sleep with warriors in the bush, and explore the mountains freely by feet, motor bikes and cars without security.
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Quoted by Human Rights in Tourism
Kara-Tunga co-founder Theo Vos was asked to share what the essence of meaningful and effective stakeholder engagement is for Kara-Tunga. And what should the travel industry pay attention to and how should they engage with organisations like Kara-Tunga?
Human Rights in Tourism: “In conflict-stricken destinations, the indigenous communities are hungry for development but unaware of the risks of tourism. Tour operators/development partners must recognise inequality and invest in building their capacity to have a universal voice for making decisions and setting limits. We create a platform for dialogue with the host communities, as trust and frequent dialogue are key for sustainable relationships, extending to operators, agents and travellers.”
Sustainable tourism is no longer enough…
The people of Karamoja have embraced regenerative tourism to create a better world through travel. Since tourism in Uganda’s Karamoja sub-region is still in its infancy, it is incredibly important to raise awareness and set expectations and guidelines now. That’s why we supported our host community to develop ‘The Karamoja Travel Manifesto’. Learn more about the development process.
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