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Tourism Workshop / Seminar Programme - 2021
Year: 2021
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Livelihood & Economic Empowerment
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,50,000
Budget Used
8,494
Total Reach
◎
274
Direct Beneficiaries
8,220
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 30
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Tourism Workshop / Seminar Programme (2021) was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society to strengthen awareness, skills, and livelihood opportunities within the local tourism ecosystem. The programme focused on sustainable tourism practices, service quality improvement, cultural preservation, and employment generation. With a total expenditure of ₹1,50,000, the programme engaged 600 participants, directly benefiting 274 individuals and indirectly impacting 8,220 people through enterprise networks, employment linkages, families, and community interactions. The total outreach of 8,494 people reflects a strong multiplier effect (×30), highlighting the wide ripple impact of tourism-focused awareness and capacity-building initiatives delivered at an average cost of ₹250 per participant.
Key Findings
- Tourism workshops effectively strengthen local capacity
- Awareness and skill-building improve service quality and income potential
- Community-based tourism benefits from collective learning
- Youth engagement enhances long-term sustainability of tourism livelihoods
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Tourism Workshop / Seminar Programme - 2021 |
| Year | 2021 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,50,000 |
| Direct Impact | 274 |
| Indirect Impact | 8,220 |
| Total Reach | 8,494 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Wide variation in education levels and prior exposure among participants
- Seasonal dependency of tourism-based livelihoods affecting income stability
- Limited access to market linkages, digital platforms, and capital
- Need for continued mentoring and follow-up support
- Language and communication barriers for some participants
- Limited digital literacy among traditional tourism workers
Learnings
- Practical, interactive, and experience-based sessions improve learning outcomes
- Local-language and region-specific content increases relevance and acceptance
- Stakeholder networking strengthens the local tourism ecosystem
- Repeated engagement is essential for sustained impact
- Peer interaction builds confidence and collaboration
Methodology
- Review of programme expenditure and session records
- Analysis of participant attendance and profiles
- Interaction with tourism stakeholders, trainers, and facilitators
- Observation of workshop sessions and group discussions
- Collection of participant feedback and field insights
Impact Analysis
- Improved awareness of tourism-related livelihood opportunities
- Enhanced understanding of service quality and professionalism
- Increased knowledge of sustainable and responsible tourism practices
- Improved confidence to engage with tourists and markets
- Encouraged diversification of tourism-linked income sources
Conclusion
The Tourism Workshop / Seminar Programme (2021) successfully strengthened tourism awareness, skills, and community engagement by reaching 8,494 people through a focused, inclusive, and cost-effective intervention. By improving knowledge, confidence, and collaboration among tourism stakeholders, the programme contributed to sustainable tourism development, livelihood diversification, and local economic resilience. Continued investment in community-centered tourism capacity building is essential for inclusive growth, cultural preservation, and long-term employment generation.
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