Strengthening tourism to combat COVID-related threats to Bolivia’s indigenous territories
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Covid19 Rapid Response
VALUE £54,797
WHERE Bolivia
Summary
Protected areas and T’simane Mosetene, Uchupiamona and Tacana indigenous territories face increased threats as a result of COVID-19, which has led to a reduction in local employment linked to tourism, and reduced demand for local products. This project will update the Strategic Plan for Tourism for the destination to include an analysis of post-COVID tourism trends, develop local capacity to apply biosecurity protocols and promote national tourism in preparation for carnival and Easter holidays.
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