Post Growth Institute’s Post

How long do you think it will take until the community is set up? Today post by JoAnna Haugen featuring the beautiful affirmation: Slow Change Can Be Radical Change (Rebecca Solnit, link in comment) strongly back up my position for #communitybasedtourism development. Here is my answer to the NGO who inquired about the needed time frame. Phuong: If practicing community-involved tourism, with support from Slow Travel Hue (management, guides), the community can begin receiving tourists and offering services within one year. We propose not to implement a two-year project and then leave the community to manage on their own, but rather to accompany them throughout their journey, consistently improving. Based on our ten years of experience, it typically takes three years for a new product to gain significant traction and awareness. This is particularly true for lesser-known destinations, remote hill tribal village, where transitioning into a mainstream offering requires additional time, talent, and effort. --- For us, how to help the community grow with cultural pride and sustainability (social, economic, environmental) in the long run is the ultimate purpose of engagement. Photo: CBT project's bicycles left broken, unused #sustainability #slowtravel #localempowerment #CBT

🙋♂️ We need more conversations and debates on the necessity of degrowth in tourism. The article linked here is one side of the debate that Phoebe Everingham & I presented in response to Jim Butcher's argument that degrowth is anti-modernity, anti-development & just plain not a good thing. Well, I am here to tell you that in light of all the crises we face (polycrisis), we need some planned voluntary downsizing in tourism if we are to have any hope of cutting emissions, saving the biosphere & making some space for biodiversity 🐘 . In fact, regenerative tourism approaches 🌲 would tell you degrowth is a good thing considering all of the damage our pro-growth tourism policies have done. 50 free online copies of their article to share. https://lnkd.in/gTfByNby

On this International Day of Peace, we at The Big Love Retreats reflect on the importance of harmony, empathy and connection in our global community. Peace isn’t just the absence of conflict - it’s the presence of justice, equality and understanding. In a world often divided by differences, travel has the power to unite us. At The Big Love, we believe in using tourism as a tool for peace, fostering mutual respect and cultural exchange. By choosing regenerative travel, we not only protect our planet but also build bridges between communities, promoting a shared vision of a better future. 🕊️ Empower Through Connection: When we travel with intention, we open ourselves to new perspectives and deeper understanding. 🌱 Promote Sustainability: Peace and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. Protecting our planet is essential to ensuring lasting harmony. 💚 Foster Inclusive Communities: Through our retreats, we celebrate diversity, promote social justice and contribute to the well-being of local communities. Let’s commit to being agents of peace, both in our travels and in our daily lives. Together, we can create a world where compassion and understanding reign supreme. #InternationalDayOfPeace #PeaceDay #TheBigLoveForPeace #RegenerativeTourism #GlobalHarmony #TravelWithPurpose #SustainableDevelopment #CulturalExchange #SocialJustice

Our view of the world is shaped by who we are, our experiences, and our expertise. A botanist walking through a forest sees a rich ecosystem of plant life, while a zoologist notices the intricate relationships between animals. An indigenous elder experiences the forest as a lifelong home, rich with cultural significance. Meanwhile, a logging company executive might view the same area as a potential resource for harvest. This principle extends far beyond forests. In every environment, our background and purpose color our perceptions. An aid worker in a developing country, an anthropologist studying a remote tribe, or a tourist visiting an impoverished neighborhood – each brings their own lens through which they interpret what they see. The implications of these varying perspectives are profound, especially when we consider cross-cultural interactions and attempts to address global issues. Our viewpoint can lead to insights, but it can also blind us to important realities. This becomes particularly significant when those with privilege engage with marginalized communities. #GlobalDevelopment #EthicalTourism #PowerDynamics #CulturalEngagement #AidIndustry https://lnkd.in/gm8VF6zM

Second edition of Orascom Development Keys of Life 2024, Developing The Future, unveiling key insights about how the future of community living will look like.

Notwithstanding the sector, it is socially conditioned ideas about power and agency differentiate social actors who benefit from those who do not. In this paper I discuss the role of power and power relationships, emphasizing that without recognizing the power dynamics shaped by historically established social structures, we cannot fully understand the impacts of various global issues like COVID-19, war, conflicts, and poverty, let alone tourism. Here, I examine the distributive injustices and outcomes of the economic, environmental, and socio-cultural changes associated with tourism in Upper Mustang, Nepal. 

🌍 On this #WorldHabitatDay, Executive Secretary Astrid Schomaker calls on us to reimagine cities 🏙️ as hubs of wellbeing and biodiversity 🌱. Through innovative urban planning, green spaces 🌳, and sustainable practices, we can create environments where both people and nature thrive 🌿.    The #KMGBF #Target12 guides us in this transformation by integrating #biodiversity into urban development, enhancing native species 🦋, and fostering ecological connectivity. While governments can accelerate these efforts, it demands a whole-of-society approach, with the active participation of young people 👥.    Together, we can build a future where cities and nature flourish in harmony 🌾.   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dU8pGAFD

We are excited to share our latest blog post with you! April is "Keep America Beautiful" month and we've got some great tips and insights to help you participate and #DoBeautifulThings this month! Check it out at https://lnkd.in/eb6fpUrH #KeepAmericaBeautiful #USFSC #NewBlogPost #Environment #SustainableLiving #FinancialPlanning

We are excited to share our latest blog post with you! April is "Keep America Beautiful" month and we've got some great tips and insights to help you participate and #DoBeautifulThings this month! Check it out at https://lnkd.in/eamfKE_j #KeepAmericaBeautiful #USFSC #NewBlogPost #Environment #SustainableLiving #FinancialPlanning

What does home mean to you? 🏡 The second edition of Orascom Development’s Keys of Life 2024 delves into this question, exploring the evolving concept of home and how trends like sustainability, wellness, and social connectivity are shaping our living spaces. #ODKeysOfLife #LifeAsItShouldBe #FutureOfCommunities #DevelopingTheFuture It’s inspiring to see how these insights are guiding the development of purposeful, thriving communities for the future. 🌟