ASSIGNMENT 3
SEMESTER 1 MEMO
| DUE 16 MAY 2025
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TRT3705 Assignment 3 Semester 1 Memo |
Due 16 May 2025
Course
Tourism Governance (TRT3705)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
A Sustainable Tourism Workforce
TRT3705 Assignment 3 Semester 1 Memo. All questions fully answered
. 1. Read through the Executive summary (p. 10–13) and the Introduction (p.
14–18) in the Tourism and the Sustainable Development Goals – Journey to
2030 document. Explain the importance of this document for stakeholders in
the tourism sector who need to practise good governance through
sustainable development initiatives. (12)
The "Tourism and the Sustainable Development Goals – Journey to 2030" document is of
significant importance for stakeholders in the tourism sector who need to practice good
governance through sustainable development initiatives for several key reasons highlighted in
the Executive Summary and Introduction:
1. Highlights Tourism's Role: The document clearly articulates how tourism, as a rapidly
growing global economic sector, is a vital contributor to job and wealth creation,
environmental protection, cultural preservation, and poverty alleviation. This recognition
is crucial for stakeholders to understand the potential positive impact they can have.
2. Addresses Challenges: It acknowledges that the growth in tourism also presents
challenges related to greenhouse gas emissions, economic leakages, resource
management, and impacts on local communities and cultural assets. This balanced
perspective helps stakeholders recognize the need for sustainable practices to mitigate
negative effects.
3. Connects Tourism to the SDGs: The document aims to build knowledge and inspire
action by tourism stakeholders to align their policies, business operations, and
investments with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda.
This provides a clear framework for sustainable development within the tourism sector.
4. Provides Guidance and Recommendations: By analyzing Voluntary National Reviews
(VNRs) on the SDGs and corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, the publication
offers recommendations for governments, policymakers, and tourism companies on how
to incorporate the SDGs into their work. This practical guidance is essential for good
governance.
5. Emphasizes Partnerships: The document stresses the need for strong partnerships and
decisive action by all tourism stakeholders to harness tourism's positive contributions and