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Africa-Press – Kenya. <\/strong><\/span>To celebrate International Women\u2019s Day, the World Travel & Tourism Council underscores the pivotal role of women in the global Travel & Tourism sector.<\/p>\n

According to WTTC data, women in tourism comprise a significant portion of the sector\u2019s workforce, accounting for nearly 40% of the total employment.<\/p>\n

This marks a substantial increase from 2010 to 2019, highlighting a 24% surge in direct female employment within the sector, increasing from 38.6 million to 47.8 million.<\/p>\n

Key findings reveal that hospitality stands out as the leading employer of women within the Travel & Tourism sector, with over half (52%) of all female employment in 2019 attributed to this segment.<\/p>\n

Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, emphasises the positive impact of women in the sector, stating: \u201cWomen in Travel & Tourism play a vital role. We are proud that our sector is one of the largest employers of women in the world.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs our sector continues to grow, women have a key role to play; we have the opportunity to make Travel & Tourism more resilient and inclusive. Putting women at the heart of Travel & Tourism will be critical to securing a sustainable future for the sector.\u201d<\/p>\n

The global body\u2019s data also reveals women in Travel & Tourism surpass the average workforce participation in other sectors globally. In regions such the Americas, women make up a larger share of employment in the sector compared to the economy-wide workforce.<\/p>\n

As we celebrate International Women\u2019s Day, this data underscores the significant contribution of women to the Travel & Tourism sector, portraying it as a catalyst for gender inclusivity and empowerment on a global scale.<\/p>\n

WTTC remains committed to provide high-wage jobs, gender equality, and fostering entrepreneurship through SMEs, as well as generating more high-level opportunities for women within large corporations.<\/p>\n

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