African Pro-poor Tourism Development Centre – Making Tourism work for Communities
AFRICAN PROPOOR TOURISM DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
ABOUT US: African Pro-Poor Tourism Development Centre (APTDC) is a Non-Governmental Organization established in the year 2004, pursuant to and in accordance with section 10 of the Non-Governmental Organizations Coordination Act of Kenya. Our registration certificate number is OP.218/051/2003/0369/3010 Our Community Development thematic areas are on; Poverty Alleviation, Travelling With A Diffence, Tourism Footprint Mitigation, Ecosystem Conservation and Tourism Advocacy.
The organization supports these developments in Kenya- a World Renowned Tourist Destination. We aim to provide solutions to poverty, environmental degradation, footprint mitigation within Tourism.
To support achievement of Pro-Poor Tourism Development in Kenya, the organization seeks to Utilize Travel and Transportation Sector (TOURISM) and Partnerships as a strategic tool to enhance Social- Economic Development and Improve Social Wellbeing of communities. This simply means ensuring that the Travel and Transport sector supports local based/acceptable development interventions for the POOR and VULNERABLE populations from various communities in Kenya. This is realized through short and long-term interventions.
OUR PROGRAMS
This is a groundbreaking initiative designed to combat poverty and enhance the quality of life for local communities residing in areas with significant tourism potential..
Travelling With A Difference (TAD) is a transformative program, offering regional and international travelers a unique opportunity to combine exploration.....
This Program is a pioneering initiative that harnesses the power of responsible tourism as a catalyst for environmental preservation and sustainable development.....
The Tourism Footprint Mitigation program is a comprehensive initiative designed to address and minimize the negative impacts of tourism.....
Our Tourism Advocacy program is dedicated to promoting Responsible Tourism and Sustainable practices throughout the travel industry. We actively engage with travelers, tourism product providers.....
OUR DEVELOPMENT CAUSES
OUR DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
WE CAN’T HELP EVERYONE BUT EVERYONE CAN HELP SOMEONE.
- Mission
- Vision
- Our Goal
| Mission |
Mobilize Local and Foreign Resources to eliminate Social and Economic Poverty amongst communities through Communication, Networks and Partnerships.
| Vision |
Have Socially and Economically Developed Local Communities In Tourist Destinations in Kenya.
| Our Goal. |
Contribute to Attainment of Self-Sustainable Communities that are Socially and Economically Empowered and Developed in Kenya.
| Organizational Objectives. |
1. Contribute to a Sustainable Natural Environment through protection, conservation and restoration of natural landscapes and ecosystems in Kenya.
2. Contribute to enhanced access to Universal Health Care services to all community members in Kenya in alignment with Vision 2030.
3. Contribute to Poverty alleviation amongst local communities in Kenya in alignment with Vision 2030.
4. Contribute to enhanced Community Tourism Developments in Kenya in alignment with Vision 2030.
5. Contribute to enhanced Infrastructural Developments for the Basic Education access in Kenya.
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OUR TEAM
James Weru Director 15 years working experience in the Management of Development Projects in Kenya.
Nebert Chahenza Programs Manager 7 Years work experience in Planning and Management of Development Projects.
James Gachie Accounts Manager 5 Years work experience in Accounts Management of Development Projects