Red Rocks Rwanda is an eco-tourism company and social enterprise dedicated to community development, wildlife conservation, and sustainable tourism. We offer cultural tourism initiatives that uplift local communities and preserve nature by integrating them into the tourism supply chain. Our eco-friendly backpacker hostel, campsite, and cultural center serve as an ideal base for unforgettable wildlife […]

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — Playa Hotels & Resorts proudly celebrates a key milestone in its ongoing commitment to sustainability and community development through the Playa Cares initiative. In 2024, Playa Cares launched 11 regional projects across various destinations under one purpose: to tackle critical environmental and social challenges in partnership with local communities, nonprofits, and […]

In a quiet agricultural and forested town in Ibaraki Prefecture, a new model of sustainable tourism is taking root—one that doesn’t chase crowds but cultivates connection, preservation, and purpose. Launched in 2024, the Daigo Urushi Forestry & Kintsugi Workshop brings together international participants, municipal government, foresters, and local traditional artisans for a one-of-a-kind cultural immersion […]

INTRODUCCION: En 2015 fue establecida la contribución del turismo al ODS 8: Promoción del empleo pleno y el trabajo decente. En particular, dentro de la Meta 8.9. se destaca la importancia de “elaborar y poner en práctica políticas encaminadas a promover un turismo sostenible que cree puestos de trabajo y promueva la cultura y los […]

Playa Hotels & Resorts has created Playa Cares, its own Sustainable Management System, the implementation of which seeks to comply with the following objectives in each of the destinations where we operate: • To make optimal use of environmental resources, while maintaining essential ecological processes, helping to conserve the natural heritage and biodiversity, and effectively […]

The Jamaican Awareness of Mangroves in Nature (J.A.M.I.N.) program is an immersive and experiential educational initiative designed to engage high school students and teachers in the study, restoration, and monitoring of mangrove ecosystems. The program leverages evidence-based pedagogical approaches such as project-based learning, which enables students to investigate real-world challenges and develop in-depth knowledge over […]

Empowering Sustainable Tourism through Collaboration The SDG Tourism Task Force Initiative is a powerful platform driving sustainable tourism practices in Latin America and the Caribbean. This innovative program equips destinations with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive. Key Highlights: -Collaborative Workshops: Interactive sessions bring together stakeholders from governments, NGOs, and the private sector […]

The Ulu Ai Tourism Project in Sarawak, Malaysia is a sustainable partnership between tour operator Borneo Adventure and local Iban communities in Sarawak, Malaysia. The project has developed a long-term relationship between hosts and visitors, whereby visitors experience the local community lifestyle on the host’s terms. Started in 1987, tours to Ulu Ai focus on […]

Our four-year strategic plan for the period 2023-2027, outlines our commitment to support community-based environmental conservation and promote sustainable tourism programs in the Virunga Mountains region and the Albertine Rift valley. As a non-governmental organization, our mission is to ensure the sustainable social and economic development of communities in this unique and biodiversity area. Objectives: […]

Red Rocks Initiative for Sustainable Development is a non-profit organization based in Musanze, Rwanda, dedicated to fostering positive change and sustainable development within local communities. We are seeking donors, sponsors, and grants to enhance our facilities and expand our impactful programs, including Balister coffee skills training, bakery skills and sugarcane juice making, culinary art programs […]