Following the total loss of his home and work, Bodhi Garrett was inspired by the people around him who had somehow lost much, much more. Out of a desire to improve the lives of those affected by the 26 December, 2004 tsunami Bodhi began organizing relief projects FOR community members. Not long after, he began co-organizing development projects WITH community members, and now assists with projects led BY community members. Partnering with the Andaman Coast Community Tourism network, Andaman Discoveries, the North Andaman Tsunami Relief program has grown and reached new heights in leveraging tourism, ethically and sustainability, to rebuild lives and communities in Thailand.
Current projects include:
See more at The International Eco-tourism Society website, here.
- Protecting the critically endangered water lily
- Volunteer programs bringing income and educational opportunities to disadvantaged children in the Southern Thailand Orphanage and the Burmese Learning Center
- Sponsoring livelihood and marketing training for increasing orders for local handicraft cooperatives
See more at The International Eco-tourism Society website, here.
In order to qualify for this posting these organizations must have a proven track record of:
Per Dr. Linda Ralston's definition of fair tourism cornerstones. (Dr. Ralston, The University of Utah)
- Fair working conditions
- Fair prices
- Integration into the local economy and regional development
- Fair trade partnerships between all actors in tourism
- Sustainable resource use and environmental justice
Per Dr. Linda Ralston's definition of fair tourism cornerstones. (Dr. Ralston, The University of Utah)