In a forward-thinking initiative, Abta is set to offer a series of free workshops aimed at enhancing awareness of biodiversity among travel industry professionals. These workshops are structured to address the emerging importance of integrating biodiversity literacy within travel and tourism’s sustainability strategies. Participants will gain insights through both virtual and in-person sessions starting this November and December. Abta collaborates with Animondial, experts in biodiversity and tourism, to deliver these comprehensive sessions. Successful completion will see attendees receiving a certificate, marking a significant step towards sustainable tourism.
- Abta is introducing free workshops focusing on biodiversity and its connection with tourism.
- Workshops aim to equip travel professionals with knowledge to integrate sustainability.
- Animondial collaborates with Abta to provide expert-led sessions on biodiversity literacy.
- Participants have the option to attend virtual or in-person sessions in London.
- Completion of all workshops awards a certificate, boosting industry credentials.
Abta, in an initiative reflecting a commitment to sustainability, is offering a series of free workshops aimed at enlightening its members on biodiversity and its vital ties to travel and tourism. These sessions, running through November and December, are specifically designed to help agents and operators integrate these principles into their environmental strategies, with significant backing from biodiversity experts Animondial.
The workshops, under the banner of ‘biodiversity literacy for travel and tourism,’ will enable participants to gain essential knowledge in a rapidly evolving area of interest. These sessions are available both virtually and in-person at Abta’s London office, ensuring accessibility for all interested members. Each workshop is crafted to be a 90-minute immersive learning experience.
Participants will benefit from materials provided during the courses which serve as helpful references post-session. The course’s value extends beyond its immediate educational benefits, offering certificates upon completion of all five workshops. This not only enhances personal expertise but also signifies professional commitment to the evolving ethical landscape of modern tourism.
The specific workshop topics range from ‘Biodiversity Basics’ to ‘Collaborating for Change,’ carefully curated to build a comprehensive understanding of biodiversity in a business context. With a precise schedule, starting on 13 November and concluding on 11 December, each session builds upon the last, encouraging a cumulative learning process.
Carol Rose, the head of sustainability at Abta, emphasised the urgency of addressing climate change impacts and the fundamental role of biodiversity in achieving sustainability and net-zero goals. “Decarbonisation is important, but restoring nature is equally crucial,” she stated, highlighting the necessity for businesses to mitigate their environmental footprints and support ecological recovery.
Helen Usher, co-founder of Animondial, underscored the mounting pressure from international and national regulations and expectations from stakeholders. She notes that these workshops will provide participants with a foundational understanding necessary to navigate the complexities of biodiversity in tourism, which has become increasingly significant in recent years.
Abta’s workshops represent a pivotal step for the travel industry towards embracing biodiversity literacy and sustainable practices.
