All Nepal Tourism Workers Union to Hold Central Committee Meeting in Kathmandu

Published Thu, Jan 9, 2025

The All Nepal Tourism Workers Union (ANTWU) is set to organize its Central Committee Meeting on the upcoming Saturday, 27 Paush 2081 B.S at the Kathmandu Garden Hotel. This important gathering will bring together key union leaders, representatives, and stakeholders from across Nepal to discuss critical issues impacting the tourism sector and its workers.

The meeting will focus on several pressing topics, including:

• Welfare of Tourism Workers: Addressing challenges faced by guides, porters, and other tourism professionals, particularly regarding fair wages, health insurance, and workplace safety.
• Future Strategies: Planning initiatives for the upcoming tourism season to ensure sustainable employment and worker protections.
• Advocacy for Rights: Strengthening efforts to secure legal and social benefits for tourism workers through policy reform and collaboration with government bodies and industry leaders.
• Training and Development: Reviewing ongoing and future training programs aimed at enhancing workers’ skills and promoting ethical tourism practices.

Union President Dhan Bahadur Tamang emphasized the importance of the meeting, stating:

"This Central Committee Meeting is a crucial opportunity for us to review our progress, address the concerns of our members, and chart a course for the betterment of all tourism workers in Nepal. Together, we aim to ensure a brighter, more secure future for everyone contributing to the tourism industry."

The event is expected to host representatives from all regions of Nepal, reflecting the diverse voices of those working in one of the country’s most vital industries. The outcomes of this meeting will set the direction for ANTWU’s actions and advocacy in the coming months.

For updates on the meeting and its resolutions, stay connected with ANTWU through our official website.