Talking Tourism Episode 116 - The Voice Of Young People with Kate Rickwood

Talking Tourism

Kate Rickwood is the Secretary at Young Tourism Network and the Coordinator of Insights and Communications at Victoria Tourism Industry Council (or VTIC). She is an experienced Communications Coordinator with a demonstrated history of working in local government and regional tourism organisations across Victoria, managing key projects in research, marketing, communications and industry development. Kate is passionate about amplifying the tourism industry’s young voices, and has sat on the Young Tourism Network committee for eight years, and delivered several youth development programs for VTIC.
In today's episode, Tourism Tasmania's Sam Denmead gets the lowdown on Victoria's Young Tourism Network (YTN) which has been around for almost two decades and now acts as an advocate for young people in the industry. In collaboration with Regeneration Projects , YTN recently led the Young Voices in Tourism report to understand young people's thoughts and perceptions about their experiences in the industry. Kate unpacks the key findings of the report, particularly as they related to sustainability, ethical considerations, and growth opportunities and career progressions.
The Young Voices in Tourism report also suggested a number of recommended actions to invest in young people in the industry with a view to strengthen the security of the Australian tourism workforce and increase engagement with young professionals. This is critical listening for every employer in the visitor economy sector today.
Today’s episode is brought to you by our partner, Moo Brew. Moo Brew is the official beer of the Tasmanian tourism industry. Inspired by the art, creativity and innovation of MONA, the Moo Brew range of contemporary lagers and ales are brewed in Tasmania, and designed to be enjoyed while experiencing all the state has to offer. Thanks to Moo Brew for their generous support of TICT and for helping to make this episode of Talking Tourism possible.