Speakers:
– Mohamed Nejib Boutaleb, sociologist and anthropologist, professor at the University of Tunis
– Mr. Nader Zidi, tourism professional and active member of the Tunisian Federation of Travel Agencies (FTAV).
– Moderator: Mr. Samir Khorchani, president of the Association for the Preservation of Ghomrassen’s Heritage (ASPG)
Since its designation as a UNESCO Global Geopark, the Dahar region has gained a new asset for promoting its landscapes, heritage, and traditional skills. This recognition also raises a key question: How can this international distinction be transformed into a genuine opportunity for development for both residents and the region?
For this new edition of AGORA E-FEST, CAMP is hosting a discussion on the prospects for authentic, responsible tourism rooted in the local community.
How can we better showcase the natural and cultural riches of the Dahar? How can we make tourism a driver of local development while preserving social and environmental balance? And how can we build a sustainable synergy between Djerba and the Dahar, two major destinations in southeastern Tunisia?
To discuss these issues, three different perspectives will come together to address three key questions:
- A Region Confronting Its Vulnerabilities
What are the social, economic, and environmental vulnerabilities of the Dahar region, and what measures can help reduce them?
- Toward Authentic Tourism in the Dahar
What are the region’s strengths, and how can we develop an alternative tourism offering that respects the local environment and benefits local communities?
- Djerba–Dahar: Building a Complementary Destination
What role can specialized media and tourism professionals play in raising awareness of the Dahar and creating sustainable synergies between the two destinations?
The event will bring together sociologist and anthropologist Mohamed Nejib Boutaleb and Mr. Nader Zidi, a tourism professional and active member of the Tunisian Federation of Travel Agencies (FTAV). It will be moderated by Samir Khorchani, a representative of our local partner, the ASPG. This event will provide a forum for reflection on the links between tourism, heritage, and regional development, and on how to make tourism a genuine tool for discovering, preserving, and promoting regions, for the benefit of their residents and local economies.
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Speakers
Mr. Mohamed Najib Boutaleb, sociologist and anthropologist, and professor at the University of Tunis .
Mr. Nader Zidi, tourism expert and active member of the Tunisian Federation of Travel Agencies .
Moderator: Mr. Samir Al-Kharchani, President of the Association for the Preservation of Heritage in Ghamrasen .
Since its designation as a UNESCO Global Geopark, the Dhar region has been presented with a tremendous opportunity to showcase its natural landscapes, heritage, and knowledge. This recognition also raises a fundamental question: How can this international distinction be transformed into a real development opportunity for the people and the regions?
On the occasion of this new edition, the festival is hosting a discussion on the prospects for authentic, responsible, and locally-based tourism in the region
How can the natural and cultural riches of Dhar be better promoted? How can we make tourism a driver of local development while preserving social and environmental balances? And how can we build sustainable integration between Djerba and Al-Zahir, two major destinations in southeastern Tunisia?
To discuss these questions, three intersecting perspectives will be brought together to address three key issues
A region facing its vulnerabilities.
What are the social, economic, and environmental vulnerabilities in Dhar, and what levers can help mitigate them?
Toward authentic tourism in Dahar.
What are the region’s strengths, and how can an alternative tourism offering be developed that respects the local areas and benefits the local population?
Experience–Dahar: Building a complementary destination.
What role can specialized media and tourism professionals play in raising awareness of Dahar and creating lasting synergy between the two destinations?
The event will bring together sociologist and anthropologist Mohamed Najib Boutaleb and Mr. Nader Zidi, an expert in the tourism sector and a leading figure in the Tunisian Federation of Travel Agencies. Samir Al-Kharchani, a representative of our local partner, the Association for the Preservation of Heritage in Ghamrasen, will moderate the discussion. This event will provide an opportunity to reflect on the links between tourism, heritage, and regional development, and on how to make tourism a genuine tool for discovering, preserving, and promoting these regions, thereby benefiting their residents and local economies.