The Quest for Inclusive Growth through Accessible Tourism

This P-Talk highlights the importance of inclusive productivity and inclusive engagement, emphasizing the role of accessible tourism as a key driver for advancing these goals. Neha Arora, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Planet Abled, introduces accessibility in tourism and the need for fair and equitable experiences for people with disabilities and the elderly while showcasing the untapped market potential of accessible tourism. She demonstrates how inclusive design, trained professionals, and data-driven strategies can transform destinations and customer experiences, introducing frameworks aligned with the SDGs and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

This talk emphasizes the need for accessibility and its results in terms of both social impact and business growth. It will inspire stakeholders to rethink accessibility and to see it not as an add-on but as a core element of sustainable and equitable tourism.

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