The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is the United Nations agency responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.

As the leading international organization in the field of tourism, UNWTO promotes tourism as a driver of economic growth, inclusive development and environmental sustainability and offers leadership and support to the sector in advancing knowledge and tourism policies worldwide. 

UNWTO encourages the implementation of the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, to maximize tourism’s socio-economic contribution while minimizing its possible negative impacts, and is committed to promoting tourism as an instrument in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), geared towards reducing poverty and fostering sustainable development.

UNWTO generates market knowledge, promotes competitive and sustainable tourism policies and instruments, fosters tourism education and training, and works to make tourism an effective tool for development through technical assistance projects in over 100 countries around the world.

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Zurab Pololikashvili

Garry White

Rahul Roy Mathew

Kojo Bentum-Williams

Katsuhisa Ishizaki

Sandra Carvao

Clara van der Pol

Reza Rakhshemah

The Innovation, Education, and Investments Team at the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) spearheads initiatives to foster innovation within the tourism sector, enhance educational and training programs, and attract investment to drive sustainable tourism practices. The team works collaboratively to implement innovative projects, support capacity building in tourism education, and develop investment strategies that promote socio-economic growth and environmental sustainability across global tourism markets.

Innovation, Education, and Investments Team

Project and Specialist Team

Tourism Market Intelligence And Competitiveness

Innovation, Education, and Investments Team

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Project and Specialist Team

Tourism Market Intelligence And Competitiveness