Editorial Staff
27/09/23 13:09

Editorial Staff
27/09/23 13:09

ITF Chair says leaders must ensure “tourism jobs are good jobs”

Senator David Massiah, chair of the International Transport Workers Federation

According to Senator Massiah, collaboration between governments, industry and unions can lead to more significant achievements in addressing the industry’s major challenges.

He said to ensure long-term sustainability, the industry must acknowledge and leverage the unique knowledge and experience of all stakeholders. By working together, we can effectively address issues such as human trafficking and sexual harassment, which have long plagued the industry.

Another crucial aspect to consider according to Senator Massiah, is the need to attract more women and young workers to the industry.

This, he said can be achieved by making tourism jobs a viable career option and by investing in the training and development of workers. By ensuring that tourism jobs are good jobs, we can build a brighter future for the industry.

Green investment is also essential for the long-term success of the industry, he said in his address, adding that trade unions and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) have a critical role to play in ensuring that environmental, social and governance considerations are not just “buzzwords” but a reality for all workers, Senator Massiah added

1 Comment

  1. BRENT SHUFFLER

    This speech included some very nice slogans and important principles, of course. However, it begs the question: Can you give specific practical illustrations of what each of these three principles mean in daily life or operations for employees… For businesses?….for Governments?

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