Travel Unity aligns with select Sustainable Development Goals from the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, helping create opportunities, reduce barriers, and strengthen communities through tourism.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a collection of 17 global goals adopted by the United Nations as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
These goals provide a shared blueprint for addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges while creating opportunities for people and communities worldwide.
For a better future
Defining desired outcomes
Measuring progress
A shared commitment
The following Sustainable Development Goals closely align with Travel Unity’s mission and programs.
End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth and decent work for all.
Reduce inequality within and among countries.
“End poverty in all its forms everywhere”
Travel Unity believes that travel can benefit individuals as a means of personal and professional development, as well as businesses and communities by bringing in needed revenue.
By 2030, ensure that all men and women, in particular the poor and the vulnerable, have equal rights to economic resources, as well as access to basic services, ownership and control over land and other forms of property, inheritance, natural resources, appropriate new technology and financial services, including microfinance.
Through its work with destinations, Travel Unity advocates for individuals in lower socioeconomic areas to be able to tell their stories to be empowered through media and increasing access to the benefits of tourism.
“Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”
Travel is an industry with opportunities for people of all skill and education levels. Travel Unity works with organizations to help educate those looking for positions in travel/hospitality.
Travel Unity works with young people, high schools, colleges, and workforce development organizations to spread knowledge and provide opportunities for advancement in tourism and hospitality careers.
By 2030, substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship
By 2030, eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal access to all levels of education and vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples and children in vulnerable situations
By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable development, including, among others, through education for sustainable development and sustainable lifestyles, human rights, gender equality, promotion of a culture of peace and non-violence, global citizenship and appreciation of cultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development
“Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all”
As the biggest industry in the world, travel has unparalleled reach when it comes to economic impact.
In SDG Target 8.9, sustainable tourism is specifically cited as an industry that “creates jobs and promotes local culture and products”.
Through its work from micro to macro, Travel Unity pushes for progress on this goal.
Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including through a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors
By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including for young people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work of equal value
By 2020, substantially reduce the proportion of youth not in employment, education or training
By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products
“Reduce inequality within and among countries.”
Travel Unity works not only to help educate people on positions within travel, but also trajectories to enter management positions, as well as seek out entrepreneurial opportunities.
By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status
Travel Unity is a voice for bringing people of all backgrounds and abilities into the world of travel, both as a means of personal growth and as a career path.
Travel Unity believes tourism can be a force for good. By connecting people, supporting workforce development, amplifying diverse voices, and advocating for equitable opportunities, we contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive future.
Creating opportunities and strengthening local economies.
Building skills and opening doors to meaningful careers.
Ensuring access and opportunity for all people everywhere.
Supporting communities and preserving culture and heritage.
Together, we can create a travel industry that benefits travelers, businesses, destinations, and communities alike.
