The Global Youth Tourism Summit (GYTS) is a new platform, developed by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), that aims to empower youth to take active part in decision-making processes in the tourism sector.

It includes a series of international events, workshops and other educational initiatives, that give children and youth a unique platform to share and discuss ideas and shape their visions for the future of sustainable tourism within the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

The first-ever Global Youth Tourism Summit was held in Sorrento from the 27th of June until the 3rd of July!

The GYTS brought together children and youth, aged 12-18, with the UN and government officials, representatives of the tourism industry, globally recognized celebrities, experts and other major stakeholders, to empower youth to take active part in decision-making processes in the tourism sector.