About the Centre for Sustainable Tourism & Innovation (CSTI)

Vision Statement:
"To be a leading hub for innovative and transformative research, training, and capacity building that drives sustainable and inclusive tourism development, empowering stakeholders to thrive in a dynamic and equitable future."

Mission Statement:
"The Centre for Sustainable Tourism and Innovation is dedicated to advancing the sustainability and inclusivity of tourism destinations and industries through interdisciplinary research, comprehensive training programs, and active capacity building programmes. We aim to foster resilient tourism practices that balance economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social equity while actively engaging local communities and stakeholders to participate in and benefit from tourism development."

Core Values:
At the heart of our Centre’s identity and purpose are five core values that guide our work and shape our impact:

Guided by excellence in all endeavours, the Centre fosters collaboration to generate innovative and sustainable tourism solutions while upholding the highest standards of integrity.