Maldives Travel Conference 2024: Empowering Women in Tourism

The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO), in collaboration with Jen Maldives Male' by Shangri-La, has announced the Maldives Travel Conference 2024—Women's Edition. This significant event, scheduled for August 19, 2024, aims to empower women and expand their roles in the Maldives tourism industry.

Endorsed by the Ministry of Tourism, the conference seeks to promote women's involvement and leadership within the sector. MATATO recently met with State Minister of Tourism Dr. Abdulla Niyaz and Deputy Minister Aishath Shimany to discuss new efforts to enhance women's participation in tourism.

In addition to the Ministry of Tourism's support, the conference has garnered endorsements from several women empowerment organizations, including Women in Management (WIM), Women on Boards (WOB), and the Women Entrepreneurs Association of the Maldives (WEAM). These endorsements underscore the broad-based support for advancing women's roles in the industry.
The Maldives Travel Conference 2024—Women's Edition is set to bring together prominent tourism industry leaders, decision-makers, exceptional women entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders. The event will facilitate discussions on the advancements, challenges, and new policies affecting the tourism sector. By focusing on these critical issues, the conference aims to foster an environment where women's contributions are recognized and amplified.

The conference's emphasis on empowering women highlights the growing recognition of the need for greater female representation and leadership in tourism. As the industry continues to evolve, events like these play a crucial role in ensuring that women have the opportunities and support necessary to thrive.

Overall, the Maldives Travel Conference 2024—Women's Edition promises to be a landmark event, paving the way for more inclusive and equitable growth in the Maldives tourism industry.