15.2.6. Sustainable management of land for tourism (educational outreach)

1. Description of the Community Engagement Program

The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) actively implements educational and outreach programs on land management for sustainable tourism. These initiatives are designed to provide educational programmes and public awareness activities for local or national communities about promoting effective and sustainable land-use practices in tourism development.

2. Core Content and Target Groups

+ Content: The program focuses on delivering knowledge and transferring sustainable land management models applicable to tourism development. Activities include workshops and training sessions on topics such as developing eco-tourism, community-based tourism, and sustainable business models that minimize the land-use impacts of tourism activities.

+ Target Groups: The program primarily engages local communities (tourism business households, tourism cooperatives, and local authorities) as well as national communities.

3. Internal Commitment and Supporting Policies (Enhancing the Implementation of Regulation No. 2059)

These activities are part of the pilot commitment that has been officially issued. Therefore, UEH aims to strengthen the implementation of the provisions added to the Regulations Regarding Green Campus Practice (Decision No. 2059/QĐ-ĐHKT-CSVC):

Pilot policy and directive for units to develop plans and direct actions on Sustainable Land Management for Tourism.
Assigned units are responsible for:

+ Reviewing and assessing current land use status, identifying areas with potential for sustainable tourism development.

+ Developing plans and land management models aligned with the objectives of conservation, ecological restoration, and green tourism development.

+ Collaborating with governmental agencies, enterprises, and local communities to ensure effective and appropriate land use.

+ Integrating education and communication activities to raise awareness of sustainable land management and tourism practices.

+ Reporting results periodically, proposing solutions, and expanding models consistent with UEH’s sustainable development orientation.

4. Evidence of Implemented Programs

No.	Program / Project	Format / Category	Participation Fee	Summary of Content	Images	SDG Contribution
1	International Conference RTD 2024 & Mekong Field Trip	Academic Conference; OCOP Exhibition; Field Research; Community Engagement	Free of charge	The conference focused on sustainable development in the Mekong Delta region, featuring a thematic session on eco-tourism, conservation of traditional craft villages, and the integration of culture – art – service industries. The Field Trip at Mang Thit Pottery Village and An Binh Islet enabled international experts to conduct field assessments and propose solutions for the conservation of traditional brick kilns, and the development of eco-tourism and contemporary heritage in the area.	Panoramic View of the “For a More Sustainable Mekong Delta” Conference held at UEH Vinh Long on 17 July 2024 Prof. Kelly Shannon and Prof. Bruno De Meulder from KU Leuven, Belgium, presented the paper titled “A Socio-Ecological Turn for the Mekong Delta: Accentuating Indigenous Logics”. Delegates visiting the OCOP product exhibition area Exhibition of Vĩnh Long specialty fruit boats Delegation of domestic and international expert professors visiting the pottery village in Mang Thít District, Vĩnh Long Province Delegation of experts visiting the traditional brick kiln at Mang Thít Pottery Village, Mang Thít District, Vĩnh Long Province Delegation of experts visiting the traditional coconut candy production process at Cù Lao An Bình, Long Hồ District, Vĩnh Long Province	SDG 15, 11, 12
2	National Workshop: ‘Sustainable Tourism Development in the Mekong Delta: Climate Adaptation and Practical Solutions’	Workshop; Thematic discussions; Local community engagement		The workshop was held at Vĩnh Long Campus – UEH, with participation from local leaders, experts, businesses, faculty, and students. The program focused on sustainable tourism development linked to climate change adaptation, conservation of land – water – cultural resources, and the engagement and connection of local communities.	Podcast cover image	SDG 15, 13, 11

Open related links:

1. July 22, 2024 – The 2nd International Conference Resilience by Technology and Design 2024 “For a More Sustainable Mekong Delta” at UEH Vinh Long Campus – https://www.ueh.edu.vn/en/news/the-2nd-international-conference-resilience-by-technology-and-design-2024-for-a-more-sustainable-mekong-delta-at-ueh-vinh-long-campus-72124 

2. December 19, 2024 – [Podcast] Sustainable tourism development in the Mekong Delta: Climate change adaptation, practical solutions –   https://future.ueh.edu.vn/nam/2024/podcast-phat-trien-du-lich-ben-vung-o-dong-bang-song-cuu-long-thich-ung-voi-bien-doi-khi-hau-giai-phap-thuc-tien/