This year’s PEPtalk at PHITEX 2024, themed “Journey Together: Collaboration for Tourism Innovation”, conducted on 03 September 2024 highlights how teamwork drives positive change in tourism.
The event was facilitated by different keynote speakers tackling different topics about the importance of innovation in creating a more sustainable and inclusive landscape. Particularly, Coach Philip Nucleus L.Sia gave his talk on “Positioning the Philippines as one of Asia’s most LGBTQIA+ friendly destinations.” Coach Nuke emphasized: “beyond
legal reforms, fostering genuine acceptance and understanding of LGBT tourists is essential for becoming a truly welcoming destination”
Alongside the country’s efforts towards success in the field of tourism, we see the need to strengthen our efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity in the Philippines, as we continue to uphold and market the hospitable brand of Filipinos.
