Our Sustainable Livelihoods and Ecotourism projects aim to empower local communities in Sikkim by developing eco-friendly tourism and supporting micro-enterprises. By promoting community-based tourism and skill development, we help residents generate income while preserving their cultural heritage and natural environment.
Funded By:
AusAid & Australian Foundation for the Peoples of the Asia and the Pacific
Year:
2003
Area
Ravangla sub-division, south Sikkim
This project sought to strengthen the capacity of the village communities in the Ravangla Sub- Division to undertake village tourism and micro-enterprise ventures, through a collaborative approach involving local communities, government agencies, and key stakeholders in the tourism industry.
The project also pioneered the concept of village tourism and homestays in Sikkim, developing Kewzing in South Sikkim as a pilot in homestay and village eco-tourism. A Handmade paper unit at Borong was also established to generate livelihoods using locally available resources.
Funded By:
AFAP
Year:
Dec 2003
Area
Borong- Polok, South Sikkim / Kewzing, South Sikkim / Utteray, West Sikkim
This project aimed to foster sustainable tourism in selected regions of Sikkim while generating income and employment opportunities for local communities. By promoting community-based homestays and developing rural enterprises, the project sought to diversify the local economy and preserve cultural heritage. Through capacity building and skill development programs, local residents were empowered to participate actively in the tourism industry.
Enhancing community skills and knowledge for potential livelihood opportunities
Organized By:
Singapore Management University
Supported by:
Borong Polok Handmade Paper Unit, Sangam Club and Nawa Samaj
Year:
December 2006
Area
Borong and Polok villages, South Sikkim