A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Hotel Zones in Myanmar: An Update - Wai Phyo Myint, Regional Outreach Manager...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Tourism and Land: Relevant National Policy Frameworks - Vicky BowmanEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Lessons Learned from the Inclusive Tourism Project Focusing on Kayah StateEthical Sector
MCRB and FFI co-hosted a two-day multistakeholder workshop on sustainable and responsible tourism in Tanintharyi, over two days in Dawei on 19 and 20 December.
Read more: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/sustainable-tourism-workshop-tanintharyi.html
Sustainable Tourism Strategy Implementations, Evaluations and ImpactsRajendra Ojha
This presentation is a portion of scientific research that was presented by Nepal in social science research conference of ' CESTour International Scientific Research Project' that was
funded by European Union under ERASMUS+ research program in 2021.
Hotel Zones in Myanmar: An Update - Wai Phyo Myint, Regional Outreach Manager...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Tourism and Land: Relevant National Policy Frameworks - Vicky BowmanEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Lessons Learned from the Inclusive Tourism Project Focusing on Kayah StateEthical Sector
MCRB and FFI co-hosted a two-day multistakeholder workshop on sustainable and responsible tourism in Tanintharyi, over two days in Dawei on 19 and 20 December.
Read more: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/sustainable-tourism-workshop-tanintharyi.html
Sustainable Tourism Strategy Implementations, Evaluations and ImpactsRajendra Ojha
This presentation is a portion of scientific research that was presented by Nepal in social science research conference of ' CESTour International Scientific Research Project' that was
funded by European Union under ERASMUS+ research program in 2021.
KQ3: Developing tourism at what cost?
What are the impacts of tourism?
Economic impact
Socio-cultural
Environmental
How are the impacts of tourism managed?
This is a Project Report which was prepared for an Assignment at National Institute of Business Management. This includes a background study and a macro environmental Analysis of Sri Lankan Tourism Industry.
This is done as the Marketing Management module assinment of BSc. In Business Management (Special) Degree of National Institute of Business Management.
Group Members:
P.D.N.J. Anjana
D.M.M.S Jayakody
K.S.M.Perera
N.G.Pathmanathan
T. Kurubaran
T. Subramaniam
Sustainable Tourism - Lessons from around the worldAlan Lew
Defines sustainable tourism from ecosystem, geographic scales, and time horizon perspectives. Explores the diversity of ways that Sustainable Tourism is created around the world.
1. The Tourism Industry
2. Classic Tourism Development Theories
3. Ideal Sustainable Tourism Development
4. Issues in Tourism Development
5. Some Possible Solutions
World Tourism Day (WTD) is held annually on 27 September.
Its purpose is to foster awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value.
The event seeks to address global challenges outlined in the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and to highlight the contribution the tourism sector can make in reaching these goals.
WTD 2014 is being held under the theme Tourism and Community Development - focusing on the ability of tourism to empower people and provide them with skills to achieve change in their local Communities
WTD is the perfect time to reflect upon your responsibilities and impact as a traveler visiting other communities.
Remember:
Buy local
Respect the culture you are visiting
Protect heritage
Save energy
Protect the surroundings
Respect the environment
Do’s and Don’ts As you TRAVEL
Carry back all non-degradable litter such as empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc. These must not litter the environment or be buried. They must be disposed in municipal dustbins only.
Observe the sanctity of holy sites, temples and local cultures.
Cut noise pollution. Do not blare aloud radios, tape recorders or other electronic entertainment equipment in nature resorts, sanctuaries and wildlife parks.
In case temporary toilets are set-up near campsites, after defecation, cover with mud or sand. Make sure that the spot is at least 30 meters away from the water source.
Respect people's privacy while taking photographs. Ask for prior permission before taking a photograph.
Do not take away flora and fauna in the forms of cuttings, seeds or roots. It is illegal.
Do not use pollutants such as detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
Do not use wood as fuel to cook food at the campsite.
Do not leave cigarettes butts or make open fires in the forests.
Do not consume aerated drinks, alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicant and throw bottles in the wild.
Do not tempt the locals, especially children by offering them foodstuff or sweets. Respect local traditions.
Polythene and plastics are non biodegradable and unhealthy for the environment and must not be used and littered.
World Tourism Rankings by UNWTO
World Tourism Day Celebrations in INDIA
It is celebrated with the great interest by the various tourism enterprises, organizations, government agencies.
Varieties of competitions are held at this day such as photo competitions promoting the tourism, tourism award presentations including free entries, discounts/special offers to the general public.
Tourism has become the continuously growing because of the occurrence of various attractive and new destinations for the tourists. It has become the main source of income for the developing countries
Eco- Tourism INDIA
What is Eco-tourism?
eco-tourism means making as little environmental impact as possible and encouraging the preservation of wildlife and habitats
Presentation on a paper entitled, "Is it more fun in the Philippines? : Challenges to sustainable tourism development in the Philippines" at the International Interdisciplinary Conference on the Environment (IICE) in Portland, Oregon (June, 2013)
Main findings from MCRB's Sector-Wide Impact Assessment on TourismEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Developments in the National Land Use Policy, and implications for tourism de...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
KQ3: Developing tourism at what cost?
What are the impacts of tourism?
Economic impact
Socio-cultural
Environmental
How are the impacts of tourism managed?
This is a Project Report which was prepared for an Assignment at National Institute of Business Management. This includes a background study and a macro environmental Analysis of Sri Lankan Tourism Industry.
This is done as the Marketing Management module assinment of BSc. In Business Management (Special) Degree of National Institute of Business Management.
Group Members:
P.D.N.J. Anjana
D.M.M.S Jayakody
K.S.M.Perera
N.G.Pathmanathan
T. Kurubaran
T. Subramaniam
Sustainable Tourism - Lessons from around the worldAlan Lew
Defines sustainable tourism from ecosystem, geographic scales, and time horizon perspectives. Explores the diversity of ways that Sustainable Tourism is created around the world.
1. The Tourism Industry
2. Classic Tourism Development Theories
3. Ideal Sustainable Tourism Development
4. Issues in Tourism Development
5. Some Possible Solutions
World Tourism Day (WTD) is held annually on 27 September.
Its purpose is to foster awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value.
The event seeks to address global challenges outlined in the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and to highlight the contribution the tourism sector can make in reaching these goals.
WTD 2014 is being held under the theme Tourism and Community Development - focusing on the ability of tourism to empower people and provide them with skills to achieve change in their local Communities
WTD is the perfect time to reflect upon your responsibilities and impact as a traveler visiting other communities.
Remember:
Buy local
Respect the culture you are visiting
Protect heritage
Save energy
Protect the surroundings
Respect the environment
Do’s and Don’ts As you TRAVEL
Carry back all non-degradable litter such as empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc. These must not litter the environment or be buried. They must be disposed in municipal dustbins only.
Observe the sanctity of holy sites, temples and local cultures.
Cut noise pollution. Do not blare aloud radios, tape recorders or other electronic entertainment equipment in nature resorts, sanctuaries and wildlife parks.
In case temporary toilets are set-up near campsites, after defecation, cover with mud or sand. Make sure that the spot is at least 30 meters away from the water source.
Respect people's privacy while taking photographs. Ask for prior permission before taking a photograph.
Do not take away flora and fauna in the forms of cuttings, seeds or roots. It is illegal.
Do not use pollutants such as detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
Do not use wood as fuel to cook food at the campsite.
Do not leave cigarettes butts or make open fires in the forests.
Do not consume aerated drinks, alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicant and throw bottles in the wild.
Do not tempt the locals, especially children by offering them foodstuff or sweets. Respect local traditions.
Polythene and plastics are non biodegradable and unhealthy for the environment and must not be used and littered.
World Tourism Rankings by UNWTO
World Tourism Day Celebrations in INDIA
It is celebrated with the great interest by the various tourism enterprises, organizations, government agencies.
Varieties of competitions are held at this day such as photo competitions promoting the tourism, tourism award presentations including free entries, discounts/special offers to the general public.
Tourism has become the continuously growing because of the occurrence of various attractive and new destinations for the tourists. It has become the main source of income for the developing countries
Eco- Tourism INDIA
What is Eco-tourism?
eco-tourism means making as little environmental impact as possible and encouraging the preservation of wildlife and habitats
Presentation on a paper entitled, "Is it more fun in the Philippines? : Challenges to sustainable tourism development in the Philippines" at the International Interdisciplinary Conference on the Environment (IICE) in Portland, Oregon (June, 2013)
Main findings from MCRB's Sector-Wide Impact Assessment on TourismEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Developments in the National Land Use Policy, and implications for tourism de...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
The ‘Roundtable: Tourism on Human Rights’ (Europe) – how it began via Skype -...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Human Rights in the Tourism Sector - Dr. Nicole HäuslerEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Dr. Nicole Häusler, Senior Advisor, Myanmar Tourism Federation, delivered this presentation on Human Rights in the Tourism Sector.
Tourism Development in Kayah State: Cultures and CommunitiesEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Heritage Management, Planning and Tourism: Experiences from Sukhothai (Thaila...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
SRI KSETRA and PYU ANCIENT CITIES: Myanmar’s First World Heritage Sites - U W...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Community participation in tourism planning : Thandaunggyi, Kayin State - Phi...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Bagan as a Cultural Heritage Site: The World Heritage Listing process - Bagan...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Community Engagement in Tourism: Opportunities in Bagan - Shihab Uddin Ahamad...Ethical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Bagan: Conservation on Cultural Heritages - U Thein LwinEthical Sector
A multi-stakeholder workshop on Responsible Tourism and Human Rights in Myanmar was held in Naypyidaw from 30 September to 2 October by the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
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3 dr andrea valentin responsible tourism in tanintharyiEthical Sector
MCRB and FFI began a week of multistakeholder workshops on sustainable tourism in Tanintharyi with a two day discussion focussed on Myeik District at the J&J Hotel on 15/16 May attended by around 60 local people involved in the tourism industry, and international and Myanmar tourism experts.
Read more: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/tanintharyi-tourism-workshops.html
Coastal Zone Planning and Tourism by Mike Haynes, MRTIEthical Sector
Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) and Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB), co-hosted the first ever multistakeholder workshop on responsible tourism in Ngapali from 11-13 May 2016.
Read more at: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/environment-top-concern-for-sustainable-tourism-in-ngapali.html
presentation was provided by Prof W.U Chandrasekara
Department of Zoology and Environmental Management
For Coastal and Marine resource management course
7. Biodiversity and Tourism Projects in Myanmar: current and future guidelinesEthical Sector
On 19/20 March, two biodiversity, business and human rights events were organised by MCRB in Yangon: a multistakeholder consultation on the draft Briefing Paper, and a training session conducted by a number of international experts on biodiversity and environmental impact assessment (EIA) for around 70 representatives from companies, particularly EIA consultancies.
Read more: http://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/reinforcing-connections.html
Verbit - The State of Inclusivity, A Global PerspectiveEthical Sector
On 12 January, the Embassy of Israel in Myanmar in collaboration with the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB), Myanmar-Israel Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Innovation (MICCI), and Access Israel held a webinar to share experiences on the role of businesses in making their products and/or services more accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities in Myanmar.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/assistive-technologies-b2c-services.html
On 12 January, the Embassy of Israel in Myanmar in collaboration with the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB), Myanmar-Israel Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Innovation (MICCI), and Access Israel held a webinar to share experiences on the role of businesses in making their products and/or services more accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities in Myanmar.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/assistive-technologies-b2c-services.html
On 12 January, the Embassy of Israel in Myanmar in collaboration with the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB), Myanmar-Israel Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Innovation (MICCI), and Access Israel held a webinar to share experiences on the role of businesses in making their products and/or services more accessible and inclusive for persons with disabilities in Myanmar.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/assistive-technologies-b2c-services.html
Labour Issues in the Telecom Sector: Myanmar Labour Laws and Reform PlansEthical Sector
MCRB with the support of mobile operators Telenor and Ooredoo and the participation of the Factories and General Labour Laws Inspection Department (FGLLID) of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (MOLIP), facilitated a peer-to-peer workshop on 7 October 2016 for mobile network operators and tier 1 and tier 2 subcontractors, and consultants.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/discussion-issues-telecom-sector.html
Community Grievance Management ExperiencesEthical Sector
MCRB with the support of mobile operators Telenor and Ooredoo and the participation of the Factories and General Labour Laws Inspection Department (FGLLID) of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (MOLIP), facilitated a peer-to-peer workshop on 7 October 2016 for mobile network operators and tier 1 and tier 2 subcontractors, and consultants.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/discussion-issues-telecom-sector.html
MCRB with the support of mobile operators Telenor and Ooredoo and the participation of the Factories and General Labour Laws Inspection Department (FGLLID) of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (MOLIP), facilitated a peer-to-peer workshop on 7 October 2016 for mobile network operators and tier 1 and tier 2 subcontractors, and consultants.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/discussion-issues-telecom-sector.html
MCRB with the support of mobile operators Telenor and Ooredoo and the participation of the Factories and General Labour Laws Inspection Department (FGLLID) of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (MOLIP), facilitated a peer-to-peer workshop on 7 October 2016 for mobile network operators and tier 1 and tier 2 subcontractors, and consultants.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/discussion-issues-telecom-sector.html
MCRB with the support of mobile operators Telenor and Ooredoo and the participation of the Factories and General Labour Laws Inspection Department (FGLLID) of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (MOLIP), facilitated a peer-to-peer workshop on 7 October 2016 for mobile network operators and tier 1 and tier 2 subcontractors, and consultants.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/discussion-issues-telecom-sector.html
Workshop on Safety and Labour Issues in the Myanmar Telecoms SectorEthical Sector
MCRB with the support of mobile operators Telenor and Ooredoo and the participation of the Factories and General Labour Laws Inspection Department (FGLLID) of the Ministry of Labour, Immigration and Population (MOLIP), facilitated a peer-to-peer workshop on 7 October 2016 for mobile network operators and tier 1 and tier 2 subcontractors, and consultants.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/discussion-issues-telecom-sector.html
Virtual Roundtable Discussion with CSOs on Extractives and Inclusive BusinessEthical Sector
On 26 November 2020, MCRB held its first virtual roundtable discussion series with Civil Society Organizations on “Extractives and Inclusive Business”.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/virtual-roundtable-discussion-extractives-and-inclusive-business.html
On September 25, 2020, AirQualityAsia in cooperation with Green Economy Caucus (GEC), House of Representatives, Indonesia organized a webinar on the theme “Raising Awareness towards Pollution and Its Impacts to Human Health.”
Read more: https://www.airqualityasia.org/news/raising-awareness-towards-pollution.html
Health and Pollution Action Planning (HPAP)Ethical Sector
On September 25, 2020, AirQualityAsia in cooperation with Green Economy Caucus (GEC), House of Representatives, Indonesia organized a webinar on the theme “Raising Awareness towards Pollution and Its Impacts to Human Health.”
Read more: https://www.airqualityasia.org/news/raising-awareness-towards-pollution.html
On September 25, 2020, AirQualityAsia in cooperation with Green Economy Caucus (GEC), House of Representatives, Indonesia organized a webinar on the theme “Raising Awareness towards Pollution and Its Impacts to Human Health.”
Read more: https://www.airqualityasia.org/news/raising-awareness-towards-pollution.html
Dr. Dewi Aryani : Raising Awareness Towards Pollution and its Impact to Human...Ethical Sector
On September 25, 2020, AirQualityAsia in cooperation with Green Economy Caucus (GEC), House of Representatives, Indonesia organized a webinar on the theme “Raising Awareness towards Pollution and Its Impacts to Human Health.”
Read more: https://www.airqualityasia.org/news/raising-awareness-towards-pollution.html
How are Persons with Disabilities in Myanmar Experiencing Covid-19, Including...Ethical Sector
On 22 May, Hnin Wut Yee and Myint Naing Kyaw of MCRB participated in a webinar on Disability Inclusion in Crisis Response organised by the Myanmar Business Coalition for Gender Equality (BCGE) attended by around 50 participants, mainly from civil society organisations, with sign language interpretation.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/persons-with-disabilities-covid-19.html
Launch of the 2020 Pwint Thit Sa Report research phaseEthical Sector
Companies in January received a letter to inform them of the methodology and timetable for the 2020 report. A workshop on Monday 3 February was held in Yangon attended by over 60 participants to explain the main changes and approach for the 2020 report, and answer initial queries.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/pwint-thit-sa/2020.html
MCRB and Yever held a webinar on 14 May to explain the scoring process so far.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/pwint-thit-sa/2020.html
Business & Digital Rights (Myanmar Business Associations Status)Ethical Sector
The Fourth Myanmar Digital Rights Forum took place on 28/29 February 2020 at Rose Garden Hotel, Yangon attended by over 350 participants, including senior government officials, MPs, civil society organisations, media, businesses and international human rights and digital rights experts and academics.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/digital-rights-forum-2020.html
The Fourth Myanmar Digital Rights Forum took place on 28/29 February 2020 at Rose Garden Hotel, Yangon attended by over 350 participants, including senior government officials, MPs, civil society organisations, media, businesses and international human rights and digital rights experts and academics.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/digital-rights-forum-2020.html
The Fourth Myanmar Digital Rights Forum took place on 28/29 February 2020 at Rose Garden Hotel, Yangon attended by over 350 participants, including senior government officials, MPs, civil society organisations, media, businesses and international human rights and digital rights experts and academics.
Read more: https://www.myanmar-responsiblebusiness.org/news/digital-rights-forum-2020.html
ZGB - The Role of Generative AI in Government transformation.pdfSaeed Al Dhaheri
This keynote was presented during the the 7th edition of the UAE Hackathon 2024. It highlights the role of AI and Generative AI in addressing government transformation to achieve zero government bureaucracy
Understanding the Challenges of Street ChildrenSERUDS INDIA
By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
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Up the Ratios Bylaws - a Comprehensive Process of Our Organizationuptheratios
Up the Ratios is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap in STEM education for underprivileged students by providing free, high-quality learning opportunities in robotics and other STEM fields. Our mission is to empower the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers by offering a range of educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Up the Ratios, we believe that every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, should have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. To achieve this, we host a variety of free classes, workshops, summer camps, and live lectures tailored to students from underserved communities. Our programs are designed to be engaging and hands-on, allowing students to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM through practical, real-world applications.
Our free classes cover fundamental concepts in robotics, coding, and engineering, providing students with a strong foundation in these critical areas. Through our interactive workshops, students can dive deeper into specific topics, working on projects that challenge them to apply what they've learned and think creatively. Our summer camps offer an immersive experience where students can collaborate on larger projects, develop their teamwork skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to our local programs, Up the Ratios is committed to making a global impact. We take donations of new and gently used robotics parts, which we then distribute to students and educational institutions in other countries. These donations help ensure that young learners worldwide have the resources they need to explore and excel in STEM fields. By supporting education in this way, we aim to nurture a global community of future leaders and innovators.
Our live lectures feature guest speakers from various STEM disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and industry professionals who share their knowledge and experiences with our students. These lectures provide valuable insights into potential career paths and inspire students to pursue their passions in STEM.
Up the Ratios relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to continue our work. Contributions of time, expertise, and financial support are crucial to sustaining our programs and expanding our reach. Whether you're an individual passionate about education, a professional in the STEM field, or a company looking to give back to the community, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
We are proud of the positive impact we've had on the lives of countless students, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in STEM. By providing these young minds with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, we are not only changing their futures but also contributing to the advancement of technology and innovation on a broader scale.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
A process server is a authorized person for delivering legal documents, such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other court papers, to peoples involved in legal proceedings.
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
Presentation by Jared Jageler, David Adler, Noelia Duchovny, and Evan Herrnstadt, analysts in CBO’s Microeconomic Studies and Health Analysis Divisions, at the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists Summer Conference.
2. At a glance
• Tourism in Myanmar is rising, but probably not
to the extent officially reported
• What’s most needed? Infrastructure, capacity
and sustainable destination management
• PLUS professionalizing tourism management
for tourism to be responsible, benefits must be
distributed widely (SMEs), not held in the hands
of elite group
• Tourism can offer a path out of poverty for
marginalized groups tourism’s labour force,
particularly women, and conservation projects
focusing on eco- and community-based tourism2
3. …Two Parallel Worlds
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
ON PAPER
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
ON THE GROUND
Responsible Tourism Policy 2012 Tourism development projects are being called to
follow the principles of responsible tourism, but
land displacements in the name of tourism
continue in many areas
Myanmar Tourism Master Plan 2013 Lack of transparency about process of
implementation
Policy on Community Involvement in
Tourism 2013
Very encouraging! Projects are being
implemented based on CIT Policy, but tensions
remain about implementation in minority areas
and post-conflict zones
Ecotourism Policy (drafted 2014/2015) ? Not officially launched yet despite conference
B&B Policy (drafted 2014) ? Draft developed but status unknown
Tourism Law (drafted 2014/2015) ? Draft law to be passed to parliament?
3
4. What can happen?
4
• ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
– Positives: Conservation areas established to preserve natural heritage,
tourism as a way to raise awareness on environmental values
– Negatives: Pollution, degradation, deforestation, pesticides, unsustainable
resource use (water, land)
• SOCIO-CULTURAL IMPACTS
– Positives: can serve as a supportive force for peace, foster pride in cultural
traditions and help avoid urban relocation by creating local jobs
– Negatives: changes in value systems and behaviour and thereby
threatening indigenous identity, commodification of culture, staged
authenticity, crime, prostitution
• ECONOMIC IMPACTS
– Positives: creates jobs, opportunities for SMEs, tax revenues (can be used
for health and education), foreign exchange earnings
– Negatives: leakage, enclave tourism, high infrastructure cost, increase in
prices, seasonality, dependence on tourism at the expense of losing
traditional livelihoods
5. Why destinations rise
and fall in popularity
• Unplanned and uncontrolled tourism
• Unsustainable development
• Unequal benefits
IT IS UNWISE TO LEAVE DESTINATIONS TO
MARKET FORCES
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6. Many issues, e.g.:
Coastal challenge
• Coastal tourism will likely attract masses of tourists
• Extremely vulnerable ecosystems
• Unplanned and uncoordinated hotel construction,
displacement of locals, waste dumping, careless boating,
diving, snorkeling
• Once destroyed it is very very difficult to recover
7. Heritage degradation
• Yangon, Myanmar
• 3 million + tourist arrivals 2014
• Rapid growth since 2010
• Vast construction but also strong
efforts to preserve unique cityscape
8. Plans for Hotel Zones
U Yan Win, Chairman of MTF, confirmed in January 2015 that a total of
20 hotel zones are to be constructed throughout Myanmar:
“There have been a lot of changes to the tourism
industry. […] We have set up new hotel zones to cope
with the increase in visitors. At the moment, there are
now 15 hotel zones [one each in all 14 states and
regions, and two in Ayeyarwady Region – Ngwe Saung
and Chaung Tha].
In the New Year, we will establish four more hotel zones
– one in Myitkyina, Kachin State, one in Lashio,
northern Shan State, another one in Monywa, Sagaing
Region and another one in Magwe, Magwe Region.”
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11. Inle Hotel Zone
• More than 5,000 new hotel rooms are to be added to Inle lake.
• Tourism businesses are concerned. Much discontent from many sides,
including tourists. The construction site is a scar on the hills and an
eyesore for those visiting the lake.
• The lack of adequate consultations with land owners is most concerning.
• The pace of development is concerning. More than 20 new hotels and
guesthouses have been constructed in Nyaungshwe already, plus 87 high-
end hotels are planned in the Hotel Zone. Over-capacity?!
• The lack of transparency about the project is concerning. Data on who the
investors are, what construction regulations the hotels would be subject
to etc, are elusive.
• Farmers who owned the land of the 622-acre Inle hotel zone were to be
paid compensation on the basis of the cultivated area and the type of
crops, which was to be based upon three years projected production. But
farmers say they were inadequately compensated and lost access to their
land as it has been seized by the government and leased to developers to
build the zone.
• Currently construction of the hotel zone is ongoing, despite protests.
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12. Southern Myanmar
A ‘Phuket-style’ resort is planned on an island off
Kawthoung, in the very South of Myanmar.
Zochwell, a Singaporean construction company, has
received permission from MIC for ‘Lux Dream Island’
“The project envisages development of marina,
beach resorts and villas, luxury hotels, sea plane
facilities, ultra-modern adventure and sea sports
centers and even a golf course. The modern
integrated casino will be a natural attraction for
the rich and famous.”
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13. Phuket & Singapore - best practice examples
for Mergui archipelago development?
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14. Hotel Zone plans for
emerging destinations?
• Natmataung National
Park, Chin State
construction is taking
place
• Dawei – most beach
areas on the peninsula
have been sold
• Land speculation in
Indawgyi Wildlife
Sanctuary, with four
zones being discussed
Fragile ecosystems
Post-conflict zones
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15. Myanmar government should consider
whether they are paying sufficient
attention to sustainable tourism
development, and whether current
tourism plans adequately embrace
concerns about land.
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16. Tourism’s Impact on Land
• Land will need to be acquired to develop
tourism infrastructure and to meet the
increase in tourism demand. This will
generate jobs - the tourism industry has
good potential for poverty alleviation.
• BUT responsible tourism development
should be grounded in historical facts,
providing a chance to learn from past
mistakes.
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17. Historical context
• In 1994, 500 families were displaced from their homes in Yangon to build
hotels in preparation of ‘Visit Myanmar Year 1996’ (COHRE, 2007) to
prevent tourists from seeing the scale of poverty (Barnett, 2008), and
through the beautification of major tourist destinations (Henderson, 2003).
• Many families in the historic sites of Mandalay and Amarapura faced
similar land-grab problems (COHRE, 2007).
• In 1989 in Chaung Tha beach land was confiscated for a hotel project but
never compensated. In 2012 villagers protested against this past land grab
to no avail.
• In 1994 in preparation for the Visit Myanmar Year 1996, residents of ‘Old
Bagan' were forced to relocate to the newly created ‘New Bagan’, also
resulting in attempted protests at the time.
• In 2000, farm land in Ngwe Saung beach was confiscated for the
development of hotels.
• In the same year 36 acres of land were seized by the military from locals in
Ngapali beach, Rakhine State, at the time with the understanding that it
would be returned if the military was no longer using it. This promise was
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19. Land Rights and Tourism
• Common struggles across different sectors.
However, tourism is special
• Reputational risks pose huge threats for
international tourism companies – meanwhile,
responsible tourism is on the rise. Due diligence
must be undertaken, esp. in relation to land
• The vague legal frameworks, the lack of rule of
law and basic land rights are the main reasons
international investors remain cautious “Are
hotel zones economically viable?”
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20. Enhanced due diligence
is necessary
Why?
• The historical legacy (and to some extent on-going suppression of
protests with respect to land);
• The lack of a uniform and accessible land registry establishing
land ownership;
• The lack of full recognition of customary ownership;
• The significance of land based livelihoods and attachment to
ancestral lands.
Companies need to engage in extensive “ground truthing”. This
entails direct consultation with villagers, community and religious
leaders, as well as local authorities, and may be best conducted
informally and 1:1.
MCRB Land Briefing 2015
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21. Tourism Destination
Management
= To manage the various components of a local tourist
destination in a way that ensures economic profitability,
while avoiding degradation of the factors that have
created its competitive position.
• Organization of local resources
• Coordination of local tourism production
• Management of relations among stakeholders
• Market segmentation and product lines
• Management of the value produced by tourism for all actors involved
22. Tourism Master Plan
Strategic Projects for Implementation, 2013–2020 (pg.63)
Strategic Program 3: Strengthen Safeguards and Procedures for Destination Planning and
Management
17. Tourism Management Planning in
Emerging Destinations
This project will build the capacity of
destination management organizations by
imparting methods, tools, and approaches
needed by key stakeholders to design
integrated destination management plans in
four emerging destinations. It will identify
investment needs and opportunities for local
community involvement in tourism, and work
with private operators to develop tourism
activities that protect the social, cultural,
and environmental resources of the
destination.
MOHT, state/regional governments
Budget: $3.0
18. Tourism Destination Management
Planning Support
This project will strengthen the capacity of
Government agencies, private operators,
and civil society to conduct participatory
planning and prepare tourism destination
management plans. Working through DMOs,
the project will develop innovative methods
and tools suitable for Myanmar and train
key stakeholders in their application. Model
tourism destination management plans will
be prepared for four flagship destinations.
MOHT, state/regional governments
Budget: $4.0
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23. • Tourism Destination Management Plans have
been or are being created for Bagan, Inle,
Mandalay, and Kayah State
• However, currently no destination
management organisation exists in Myanmar
could form part of the decentralization
process technical support is needed to
operate DMOs in Myanmar
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Following up
24. Conclusion
• Government and tourism private sector do not yet abide by their own
responsible tourism standards.
• Environmental and social impact assessments are rarely conducted.
• The local population is not consulted and is informed insufficiently of
projects. No consultation procedure exists that involves the local
population and allows their participation.
• Freedom of movement is denied to local communities in some emerging
tourist destinations. Fishing opportunities are significantly restricted.
• Hotel zones provide only a limited income for the local population. The
majority of hotel employees originate from other regions.
• Grievance mechanisms do not exist at all.
• The role of women and their engagement in employment opportunities
are marginalised by the top-down tourism development process.
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25. Opportunities for
Government
• Tourism authorities must abide by their own norms and policies. EIAs and SIAs are
essential. Pre-project approval consultations with local communities and civil
society in tourism destinations are the first steps of responsible tourism.
• Government should make sure that stakeholders know what is expected of them.
The responsible tourism policy and others should be clearly disseminated.
• Establish participatory structures through which government works with other
stakeholders to plan, develop and manage tourism in a sustainable and inclusive
manner.
• Work in effective partnerships with local destinations. It is at the local level where
tourism needs to be effectively integrated into sustainable development
Decentralization of tourism management, establishment of DMOs
• Integrate sustainable land use in policy documents. Gaps and deficiencies should
be identified and addressed accordingly.
• The commitment to change and improvement must be genuine and based on
actions that can be delivered.
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26. Opportunities for
Tourism Businesses
• Take note of policies and seek to improve your own performance
and actions in line with the principles of responsible tourism.
• Enact due diligence and address human rights deficits.
• Apply international standards and guidance during any land
processes.
• Hotels must not be built on grabbed land Introduce grievance
mechanisms and provide remedy to the affected parties for any
human rights violations committed.
• Work together to strengthen tourism businesses collective response
– the private sector is best placed to influence the awareness and
actions of visitors; they have a very important role to play to take
responsible tourism action.
• Tourism will not become more sustainable without the tourism
private sectors’ active commitment and response to the challenges
of land tenure.
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27. Opportunities for
Civil Society
• = Civil society groups can build bridges between
government, the private sector and local communities. They
have a very valuable role to play in the execution of
responsible tourism, e.g. research and capacity building.
• Adopt a collaborative approach with govt and private sector
to ensure that local communities are protected
• Call on tourism stakeholders to protect the human rights of
those affected by irresponsible tourism development.
• Use relevant Conventions that Myanmar is party to when
pressing legal claims against land grabs. These conventions
Myanmar has ratified and in any land conflict, where it is
possible, CSOs could argue that the land has cultural,
environmental, or natural heritage value.
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