Manila, Philippines (December 13, 2022) – The Republic of the Philippines together with the ASEAN countries held the 8th Manila International Dialogue on Human Trafficking in Manila, Philippines. Philippines is the host country in this event in which Undersecretary-in-Charge of IACAT Nicholas Felix L. Ty led together with Officers from the National Oversight Committees, Task Forces on Trafficking in Persons of Southeast Asian Nations, parallel to the Philippines’ Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking and other 18 foreign governments that signed The Dialogue which was borne out of the Manila Declaration to Enhance International Cooperation to Combat Trafficking in Persons.

A Free Webinar via Zoom

As part of the collaborative effort between TIBFI and Rex Education, a series of webinars was discussed that would highlight topics that are beneficial to both organizations. The webinar is offered by DOT and TIBFI to be hosted by AAHRMEI and supported by Rex Education.

The pandemic continues to have far-reaching effects across all industries and a flexible workplace model could be the solution. This is a masterclass to help the Government, Academe, and Industry sectors get a good grasp of this paradigm shift.

The recent pandemic accelerated the adventure traveler’s need to connect to nature, to the land, and to immerse themselves in cultures different from their own. From learning the local language, or cooking local recipes, or even joining a dancing or music class, and understanding the amazing biodiversity around them, who better than Indigenous tourism professionals to take them on this journey? And how can we ensure experiences are making positive impacts on  local communities?

Do you have what it takes to be a TESDA Assessor?

Presenting, the 12th DOT TIBFI Webinar hosted by PACEOS and AHRM, scheduled on Tuesday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 12 noon!  Candidates can be graduates of SHS, TESDA and HEI programs in tourism and hospitality and industry workers.

Pre-register at:  http://bitly.ws/pWtA. After registering, zoom link will be emailed to you.

General Membership Meeting

The TIBFI General Membership Meeting, only for members, will precede  the webinar at 9 a.m.  Agenda: The President's Report, Treasurer's Report and Election for new Board.

The Philippines will play host to the 21st World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit, a supreme annual travel & tourism (T&T) event that brings together eminent leaders from government and private sectors to discuss issues affecting the economic progress with tourism as a major driving force.