1、THE SOCIAL IMPACT OF GLOBAL TOURISMDecember 2023In partnership with:Contents|1World Travel&Tourism Council+Saudi Arabia Ministry of TourismTHE SOCIAL IMPACT OF GLOBAL TOURISMCONTENTSForeword 21.Executive summary 32.Youth employment in Travel&Tourism 42.1 Global trends 52.2 Trends by region and natio

2、nal income level 52.3 Trends by country and industry 73.Female employment in Travel&Tourism 93.1 Global trends 93.2 Trends by region and national income level 103.3 Trends by country and industry 114.High wage jobs supported by Travel&Tourism 144.1 Global trends 144.2 Regional and country trends 155

3、.Conclusions 17World Travel&Tourism Council+Saudi Arabia Ministry of TourismTHE SOCIAL IMPACT OF GLOBAL TOURISMWorld Travel&Tourism Council+Saudi Arabia Ministry of Tourism Contents|3Introductory letter|H.E.Ahmed Al Khateeb Minister of Tourism,Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Travel&Tourism is a sector all a

4、bout people.It is the hundreds of millions of individuals working in the sector who make travelers experiences truly unique.The social impact of Travel&Tourism is undeniable.Beyond the revenues and jobs it creates,the sector reduces poverty and supports diversity and inclusion,employing and offering

5、 opportunities to people from all walks of life,including women,youth and minorities.Even beyond those directly employed by the sector,Travel&Tourism enriches local communities,improving the lives and livelihoods of people indirectly touched by the sector from small villages to large urban centers.Y

6、et truly capitalizing on Travel&Tourism and unlocking its social impact potential requires concerted action.This focus on people is at the heart of Saudi Arabias Vision 2030,as the Kingdom thrives to create a vibrant society and enhance the quality of life of its citizens.Today,young people,males an