HAB’s sustainable tourism for livelihood recovery project

HAB’s sustainable tourism for livelihood recovery project image

In September–October 2021, during the recovery phase after COVID-19, the Hotel Association of Bhaktapur (HAB) actively participated in the Sustainable Tourism for Livelihood Recovery Project, in collaboration with:

  • Hotel Association Nepal (HAN)
  • Nepal Tourism Board (NTB)
  • United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

This project aimed to support tourism entrepreneurs, hotel staff, and local communities who were severely affected by the pandemic. The initiative focused on:

  • Capacity building and skills enhancement for hospitality workers
  • Promoting sustainable and responsible tourism practices
  • Strengthening hygiene, safety, and service standards
  • Reviving local livelihoods through tourism-based opportunities

Through training sessions, workshops, and awareness programs, HAB played a key role in mobilizing members and encouraging active participation. The program helped restore confidence within the tourism sector and prepared businesses to adapt to the “new normal.”

This collaboration reflected a strong partnership between local hospitality leaders and national/international institutions — working together to rebuild Bhaktapur’s tourism economy with sustainability and resilience at its core.

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