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Mission

To empower and transform the tourism sector in the South Mediterranean countries through innovative vocational education that promotes environmental sustainability, cultural preservation, social inclusion, and advanced technological skills.

We achieve this by delivering specialized training, strengthening vocational institutions, and building strategic partnerships among schools, industry, communities, and policymakers, shaping tourism professionals capable of leading the transition to sustainable practices in local and global markets.

Vision

To be a leading reference in sustainable tourism vocational education in the South Mediterranean, inspiring a new generation of professionals, institutions, and communities to develop and implement responsible, innovative, and inclusive tourism practices — contributing to a resilient, economically dynamic, and environmentally balanced tourism sector.

Values

Environmental Sustainability – Prioritizing practices that protect ecosystems and natural resources.

  • Cultural Preservation – Respecting and valuing local heritage and identity.

  • Innovation and Technology – Integrating digital solutions and modern teaching methodologies.


  • Inclusion and Equality – Ensuring active participation of marginalized and diverse stakeholders.

  • Collaboration – Strengthening partnerships between education, industry, and local communities.

  • Skills Development – Promoting continuous learning and professional competencies relevant to the tourism sector.

    • Outcomes

     TourVET delivers concrete, measurable impacts across multiple levels:


    1️⃣ Education & Training

    • Development and implementation of vocational training programs in tourism with a strong sustainability focus.

    • Strengthening the capacity of vocational education institutions to deliver modern curricula aligned with industry needs.

    • Training new professionals with technical, social, and environmental competencies to drive sustainable tourism practices.


    2️⃣ Industry & Local Communities

    • Tourism professionals equipped to integrate sustainable practices into operations, policies, and business strategies.

    • Engagement of local communities in collaborative sustainable tourism initiatives, supporting local development and economic growth.

    3️⃣ Social Inclusion

    • Greater participation of marginalized groups in vocational training and professional development.

    • Reduced barriers to employment in the tourism sector for women, youth, and underrepresented groups.


    4️⃣ Institutional Capacity & Strategic Partnerships

    • Strengthened partnerships among schools, policymakers, social organizations, and tourism businesses.

    • Increased institutional capacity to respond to future trends in sustainable tourism and labor market needs.

              Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only 

    and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or EACEA. Neither the European Union nor the 

    granting authority can be held responsible for them.