Category: NatGeo World Legacy Awards Interview Series

How to reduce poverty by empowering female entrepreneurs – Interview with Kennedy Leavens from Awamaki

Kennedy Leavens from Awamaki, a finalist of NatGeo World Legacy Awards in the Sense of Place category, talks about building female-driven profitable community-based tourism.

Policies are only as effective as the depth of our belief in them – Interview with Cedar Swan from Adventure Canada

Cedar Swan from Adventure Canada, NatGeo World Legacy Award finalist in the Sense of Place category, talks about creating longstanding relationships with partners and hiring like-minded staff.

Highlighting the value of truly low impact safaris – Interview with Mark Thornton Safaris

Interview with Mark Thornton Safaris, World Legacy Awards finalist in Conserving the Natural World, about experiencing responsible tourism in the wilderness.

How a private company conserved Seychelles wildlife – Interview with Bruce Simpson from North Island

North Island won this year's NatGeo World Legacy Award for Conserving the Natural World. Bruce Simpson shares how they engaged stakeholders in company's long-term vision.

Creating truly sustainable destinations – Interview with Tim O’Donoghue from Riverwind Foundation

Tim O'Donoghue from Riverwind Foundation, NatGeo World Legacy Awards finalist in Destination Leadership, speaks about stakeholder education and engagement.

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Sustainability and innovation on the Syros Island

In a concerted effort to promote sustainability and innovation, the Municipality of Syros-Hermoupolis is taking steps to drive positive change and position itself as an eco-conscious destination, aiming to enhance the quality of life for both residents and visitors whilst preserving its natural ecosystem and cultural heritage.