PHILIPPE FRANCOIS

Philippe Francois, president of AMFORHT, talks about the NGO'S journey from UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) initiative to being granted special consultative status in 2017 by the United Nations.

What are AMFORHT’S goals?

The World Association for Hospitality and Tourism Education and Training (AMFORHT) is the only NGO in the world that offers an accessible and ethical network, linking key players from the world of tourism.

AMFORHT’S aim was to define, develop, promote and continuously adapt tourism education to the evolving needs of the industry. Our worldwide network facilitates the development of strong links to help create and support training programs between schools and tourism professionals. Practical collaborations include the development of internships, graduate employment and industry research.

What can you tell us about AMFORHT’S membership program and its benefits?

We offer an interactive digital platform, which allows members to connect via a social network. They can enjoy VIP access to regional meetings and the AMFORHT World Forum. Our members can rely on a sustainable network of experts in the hospitality industry who they can learn from. Furthermore, we have online bibliographical resources, which are free of charge for members. These references cover the latest international trends in the sector. There are many other benefits, so I would encourage professionals to get in touch with us for more details.

Were you able to organize a 2020 general assembly?

Exceptionally, our 2020 general assembly was held on ZOOM on December 15. The Ministerial and Trade Authorities, and our

Algerian members, gathered at Ecole Superieur d’hotellerie et de Restauration d’alger (ESHRA). During the meeting, we shared key information about the network, which serves over 650 active members, supporters and business partners in 65 countries. amforht.com

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