Sustainable Tourism Skills: Project VISA Concludes in Kandy 📈

The National Cleaner Production Centre (NCPC) Sri Lanka, supported by VFS Global and ASSIST, has successfully completed "Project VISA" (Vocational Initiative for Sustainable Ambassadors in Tourism), aiming to bolster the nation’s tourism workforce. • Overall Impact: The program certificated 123 participants across four key hubs: Galle, Negombo, Riverstone, and Kandy. • Gender Inclusion: Achieved a significant 25% female representation among trainees, supporting diversity within the hospitality and travel sectors. • Core Training: Focused on sustainable and eco-tourism, cultural storytelling, climate resilience, and financial literacy to enhance employment readiness. • Economic Linkages: Beyond skill-building, the initiative connected graduates with industry operators to establish sustainable livelihoods and professional roles. • Strategic Context: The project aligns with national goals to preserve environmental heritage while empowering youth through specialized vocational training in a vital economic sector.