QUALITY UPSKILLING IN AGROTOURISM FOCUSED ON SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION AND EXPERIENCE, UPSKILL+
▶Summary
The main objective of UPSKILL+ is to enhance the agrotourism entrepreneurship competences of adult learners through the development of a tailored training path that will upskill them via an online...
▶Objectives
The main objective of UPSKILL+ is to enhance the agrotourism entrepreneurship competences of adult learners through the development of a tailored training path that will upskill them via an online collaborative platform based on innovation and sustainability. SO1: To co-design an innovative, inclusive and sustainable upskilling training program for adults in the rural areas. This group face barriers and challenges related to the depopulation of rural areas and the devaluation of agrarian culture in Europe, and a more difficult access to specialised training and education. SO2: To contribute to the recovery of the agrotourism sector through innovation and the collaboration with other sectors based on principles like green sustainability and social inclusion. Agrotourism and experiential tourism, represent a new approach of sustainable tourism, alleviating overexploitation of resources and local communities and specialising in sustainable local product and services. SO3: To improve the employability and entrepreneurial mindset of different generations adults in the agrotourism sector. This sector opens up new markets and increases employment opportunities, particularly for women, young and adult people