New community tourism projects showcased at GX Summit

Incredible India is unveiled as headline sponsor for the upcoming G Adventures’ GX World Community Tourism Summit.

The global gathering takes place from 24 – 28 September, 2024.

G Adventures and non-profit partner, Planeterra have unveiled four new social enterprises that have been developed for travellers to India that GX guests will experience.

Bruce Poon Tip, founder of G Adventures and Planeterra, says both organizations are grateful for the support of India’s Ministry of Tourism.

“Community tourism is an increasing focus for Incredible India, so sponsoring GX is a natural fit as tourism returns and builds back in a better way.”

“These are all designed to give back through travel and help change the lives of local people through the economic support of tourism.”

While attending GX, guests will either have the opportunity to experience the project firsthand, or to sample it during a “Planeterra Marketplace” which will showcase the projects and people running them.

The four new initiatives are as follows:

Anoothi India – Annothi offers a deep dive into the local culture through a textile workshop led by women from marginalized communities in the Jaipur region. Travellers will interact with the women and learn about their experiences, at the same time gaining insight into this fine craft.

Pink City Rickshaw – Pink City Rickshaw in Jaipur offers women from low-income households in Jaipur sustainable livelihoods as they drive designer e-rickshaws, taking tourists to iconic landmarks. The initiative promotes eco-friendly transportation to help reduce pollution.

Sheroes Hangout – Sheroes’ Hangout in Agra is a café that offers acid attack survivors livelihoods and support. It challenges stigmas and helps women from disadvantaged backgrounds find opportunities for personal growth and recovery.

Sunder Rang – The arts and crafts centre based in Chandelao, Rajasthan, provides training and a platform for rural women to showcase their traditional handicrafts. Travellers can join the artisans, participating in beading and other hands-on activities to learn the techniques behind fine crafts.

These enterprises join G Adventures’ and Planeterra’s long-standing community tourism experiences that have been delivered to travellers for many years, including Women With Wheels’ airport transfer service, and Salaam Baalak Trust’s Delhi City Walk.

Both will also be experienced by GX attendees during the 2024 summit. 

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