This Socially Conscious Hotel Gives Young Refugees New Opportunities
Alyson Wyers — May 22, 2015 — Social Good
References: magdas-hotel.at & springwise
This socially conscious hotel provides employment and housing opportunities for young refugees. The next time you need a place to stay in Vienna, the Magdas Hotel is for open minded tourists who will share the boutique accommodations with the refugees.From non-profit organization Caritas, the social business and guesthouse raises awareness while also giving affluent travelers a truly unique experience.
Instead of seeing refugees as faceless statistics, the socially conscious hotel asks the other guests to see them as human beings making a contribution to society. Most of the staff at the Magdas Hotel are refugees and asylum seekers under 18 who use the hotel lounge as their living room.
This fall they also hope to launch an apprenticeship program as well as NGOs in other European cities.
Instead of seeing refugees as faceless statistics, the socially conscious hotel asks the other guests to see them as human beings making a contribution to society. Most of the staff at the Magdas Hotel are refugees and asylum seekers under 18 who use the hotel lounge as their living room.
This fall they also hope to launch an apprenticeship program as well as NGOs in other European cities.
Trend Themes
1. Socially Conscious Hospitality - Hotels providing employment and housing opportunities for refugees and other marginalized populations.
2. Refugee Apprenticeships - Training programs that equip young refugees with skills for long-term employment.
3. Community-centered Tourism - Boutique hotels that share their space and resources with local communities, creating a more authentic and sustainable travel experience.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Hotels and resorts that prioritize social responsibility and community involvement.
2. Non-profit - Organizations that partner with hospitality businesses to provide employment and support for marginalized populations.
3. Travel and Tourism - Industry players that prioritize community-centered experiences and sustainability.
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