Research Topic

Tourism, Volunteerism, and Development

This cluster of papers explores the complex intersection of volunteer tourism, global development, and social justice. It delves into the motivations, impacts, and ethical challenges associated with volunteer tourism, emphasizing the importance of fostering cross-cultural understanding, promoting sustainable practices, and critically examining the neoliberal dynamics at play. The papers also highlight the potential for volunteer tourism to contribute to global citizenship and community engagement while addressing issues of systemic inequality and post-colonial power dynamics.