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A united vision for nature – ‘Nature Positive’ report marks new collaborative era in Travel & Tourism

The World Travel and Tourism Council, UN Tourism and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance join forces to support Nature Positive Tourism.

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New Net Positive Hospitality podcast episode: Supporting Youth Employment

In this episode, we hear from partners and graduates from our new Employability Programme in Egypt about how the project is changing lives.

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Alliance recognised as one of the top ‘Sustainability Movers and Shakers’ to watch in 2024, by Business Travel Magazine

The Alliance has been recognised by Business Travel Magazine for our leading role in driving decarbonisation and transparency.

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Leading global event production company, Encore, joins the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

Encore and the Alliance have joined forces to promote environmentally sustainable and socially responsible practices across global events.

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Top tips for hotel procurement on International Sustainable Procurement Day

This International Sustainable Procurement Day, discover top tips on choosing sustainable products, from procurement specialists, Beyond Bamboo.

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Image shows Glenn Mandziuk (CEO of the Alliance), Isabel Novoa (President of ISTO) and Simon Le Gouais (Director of Finance and Resources at the Alliance) posing for a group photo in front of a branded step and repeat at the Alliance's 2023 Autumn Summit.
Partnership announced between the International Social Tourism Organisation and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to promote inclusive tourism

Together, ISTO and the Alliance aim to advance social tourism that is open to all, supporting communities and driving towards Net Positive Hospitality.

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World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) opens entries for inaugural programme

Sustainable and responsible individuals and organisations across the globe are invited to enter the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards for free.

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Sustainable Hospitality Challenge 2024 unleashes innovation worldwide

Amidst record-breaking participation from over 70 universities worldwide, the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge launches its 10th edition, with the support of the Alliance.

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The Net Positive Hospitality Podcast: Female leaders discuss ‘Feminine Leadership and Sustainability’ on International Women’s Day

Listen to our new podcast episode on Feminine Leadership and Sustainability, featuring female leaders - Tiffany Kelly, Inge Huijbrechts and Anjana Raza.

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The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the FHRAI, inaugurating a new era in Net Positive Hospitality

In a move to advance sustainability in India the world's third-largest hospitality association has joined forces with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance.

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Image is made up of two photos showing Dr Stroma Cole (Director , Equality In Tourism) presenting the 2024 Gender Equality Champion of the Year awards to Eternal Landscapes Mongolia and the Accor Brazil Embrace Programme. In the first photo a Dr Stroma Cole and Jessica Brooks (CEO / COO / Chairman , Eternal Landscapes Mongolia) smile towards the audience as Jessica holds the award. In the second photo Dr Stroma speaks to Magda Kiehl (Senior Vice President Legal, Risk and Compliance South America at Accor), as she hands her the award.
Equality in Tourism announces winners of the Gender Equality Champion of the Year Award at ITB Berlin 2024

The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance was thrilled to join Equality in Tourism to announce the Gender Equality Champion of the Year Award winners.

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Belize Tourism Board pioneers sustainability in hospitality by joining forces with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

As the first country partner, Belize shows its commitment to sustainable tourism and, together with the Alliance, takes a key step towards climate goals.

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