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Advancing Sustainable Tourism for Lasting Impact

  • Partner with Target 8.9

Are you looking to mobilize resources and accelerate sustainable impact in tourism destinations, in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

Target 8.9 is a global platform dedicated to advancing SDG Target 8.9: 

As defined by the United Nations, the target 8.9 of the SDGs seeks “By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products.” Therefore, there are three focalized key dimensions identified for Target 8.9’s interventions, services and projects:

We believe sustainable tourism is a powerful driver for economic growth, job creation, and the preservation of local culture and products.

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  • Why Target 8.9?

Achieving this ambitious target requires more than policies—it demands tangible, innovative initiatives that balance economic, environmental, and cultural priorities. Target 8.9 was founded as a specialized vehicle to accelerate progress on this unique SDG target, focusing on three key dimensions:

Job Creation & Economic Growth
We foster entrepreneurship, innovation, and digitalization to expand employment opportunities and diversify the tourism value chain, ensuring inclusive and sustainable sector growth.
Promotion of Local Culture & Products
We work with local stakeholders to safeguard and celebrate cultural heritage, supporting creative industries and authentic experiences that drive economic development and community pride.
Sustainable Tourism Practices
We champion responsible tourism that is economically viable, environmentally sound, and socially inclusive—minimizing negative impacts while maximizing benefits for communities and ecosystems.
  • Our Approach

At Target 8.9, we collaborate with global leaders, trusted organizations, and local partners to implement high-impact projects and innovative models that deliver measurable results. We are committed to co-creating long-term partnerships that leverage expertise, resources, and networks for greater collective impact.

  • Who Should Partner with Us?

We invite:

1
Impact Funds
investing in People, Nature, and Sustainability.
2
Government Agencies and Tourism Authorities
dedicated to decent job creation and inclusive growth.
3
Destination Management Organizations
implementing sustainable development strategies.
4
Businesses across the tourism value chain
(accommodation, transport, food & beverage, retail, experiences, etc.) seeking to innovate and enhance digital capabilities

Join Our Global Platform

Become part of a distinguished network of changemakers committed to shaping the future of sustainable tourism. 

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Let’s accelerate progress on SDGs—together!
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