THE MOTHER AND CHILD-FRIENDLY SEAL FOR RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS
Promoting the well-being of children and families in the tourism sector through sustainable and meaningful investments.

Tourism is the third-largest sector contributing to Sri Lanka's economy, with over 3 million arrivals expected by 2025. However, our child rights risk mapping of the accommodation supply chain reveals that children face significant risks within the tourism industry. These include child sexual abuse and exploitation, child labour, and disruptions to education during peak tourism seasons.

These vulnerabilities are largely due to inadequate regulations in supplementary accommodations, particularly in guesthouses and homestays, as well as the absence of child safeguarding protocols among tourism service providers. Additionally, there is a lack of formal programs that connect young workers to decent employment opportunities.

The Mother and Child-Friendly Seal for Responsible Business in Tourism is working closely with key stakeholders to address these pressing challenges.

For more information on how you can make a difference, please feel free to contact Tennyson Napoleon at 0771678729 or via email at tennyson.napoleon@childrights-business.org.