Volunteer tourism—commonly referred to as voluntourism—constitutes a rapidly expanding sector within theglobal travel industry, with market projections estimating revenues in excess of USD 1.2 billion by the year 2030. Thisgrowth trajectory is primarily driven by an increasing number of travelers who seek purposeful engagement in areassuch as conservation, education, and community development. While voluntourism generates substantial resources andfacilitates cross-cultural exchange, its long-term efficacy depends upon a fundamental transition away from paternalistic"savior" models toward locally driven, ethically grounded, and sustainable program frameworks.This study examines both the contemporary and prospective impacts of volunteer tourism through a systematicanalysis of its significant expansion in academic discourse and professional practice. Drawing on an extensive reviewof the existing literature, the research employs a multi-stage framework that mirrors the volunteer tourism process—encompassing pre-departure motivations, the experiential dimension of volunteering, and the post-trip reflections andpersonal transformations that ensue. Particular attention is devoted to the roles played by volunteer tourism organizationsand host communities in facilitating meaningful volunteer experiences.
| Mualliflar | Ossama , Moustafa |
|---|---|
| Jurnal | Innovation science and technologiy |
| Nashr sanasi | 2026-04-01 |
| Jild | 2 |
| Son | 4 |
| Til | Ingliz |
| DOI | 10.5281/zenodo.19644246 |
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19644246 · Maqolaning asl sahifasi
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Voluntourism, Volunteers in Tourism, Future Potential
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