The World Ecotourism Conference (WEC)

The World Ecotourism Conference is an ambitious initiative to bring global ecotourism players together to network, collaborate and share their experiences, best practices and technologies for the betterment of nature conservation, environment protection, preservation of communities and consequently the advancement of ecotourism around the world.

A key objective of WEC is to support host countries that are in need of a global platform and leverage to champion, position or support ecotourism policies and initiatives that will bring transformational changes for the betterment of their economies, people or environment. Each and every peer participant would be recognised for their collective intellectual and moral support to this not-for-profit common cause.

WEC2010, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The forthcoming 2nd World Ecotourism Conference 2010's (WEC2010) theme is "Mainstream Ecotourism & Responsible Travel in Developing Countries: Shifting Paradigms and Strategic Adaptations".

Besides discussing the impact of climate change and adaptation on ecotourism and the need for a paradigm shift resolution, topics include other equally critical issues.

The main highlight of the Conference will be the Keynotes and Invited Speakers Sessions.

The Conference has taken into consideration of affirmative actions in the Vientiane Declaration for Ecotourism particularly capacity building and role of academia as well as the empowerment of youth and women in organising this Conference.

World Ecotourism Conference 2010 - "Mainstream Ecotourism & Responsible Travel in Developing Countries: Shifting Paradigms and Strategic Adaptations"

WEC2010 Technical & Post-Tours to UNESCO World Heritage Sites & Potential Sites (Technical Visits)

Public - Private Sector & Buyer - Seller Pre-Scheduled One-to-One Networking Meetings (Networking)

International Green Tourism Expo & Mart(Business Sessions)

The host country, Malaysia through the Malaysian Ecotourism Association (MEA), a supporting partner of WEC are currently working on key pilot projects that would set new directions and best examples for the development of ecotourism: Stepping up the value chain through sustainable revitalisation of rural areas, Leveraging on youth movements to provide outreach programs for sustainable tourism.

WEC2010 will present you with an extensive panel of international and expert keynote speakers presented in 3 days of interactive sessions. Representing proponents and practitioners from the Trade, Governments, NGOs, Academia as well as Eco-Travellers, the Conference focuses on the participants concerns and seeks practical solutions to current tourism issues. The panel of presenters and audience will comprise of serious proponents, practitioners and Governments who are committed to developing and promoting green tourism in developing countries particularly, the Asia Pacific region renowned for its rich biodiversity and tourism attractiveness.

The 2010 World Ecotourism Conference, with the contribution, support and enthusiasm of committed partners, will provide an exciting and engaging forum for discussion of current issues, solutions and best practice case studies. Get to know the Speakers and "who's who" in the ecotourism fraternity. Great networking opportunities will be engaged in a set of cultural program and technical tours.