THE AGENDA
09:00 - 09:30
X502
Regenerative Tourism: Research Insights
Opening Words and Presentation of the Newcastle-Samoa Partnership - Dr Phoebe Everingham (Macquarie University)
Samoa Guests:
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Roland Setu (Principal Climate Change Officer Samoan Tourism Authority)
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Manuao Tema (Head of the Department of Tourism, Hospitality, and Office Administration, National University of Samoa)
09:30 - 12:00
X502
Regenerative Tourism: Tourism, Management and Marketing Perspectives
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Destination Management and Marketing, Marianna Sigala (University of Newcastle)
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Sustainable Tourism and Marketing Best Practices: Integrating the Customer's Point of View, Lizette Olivier (University of Newcastle)
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Antecedents and Outcomes of Responsible Leadership in Tourism Giang Nguyen (University of Newcastle)
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Q&A and General Discussion
12:00 - 1:00
Lunch (X101)
13:00 - 16:00
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Regenerative Tourism: Economic, Humanity, and Environmental Perspectives
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The impact of climate change on tourism demand of Bangladesh, Samia Shetu (University of Newcastle)
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The Power of Storytelling: Citizen Social Science for Sustainable Tourism Development, Shea Calvin (University of Newcastle)
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Youth Advocacy for Sustainable Tourism in the Asia-Pacific, Tamara Young / Caitlin Mollica (University of Newcastle)
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Problems with growth models in tourism. Are regenerative tourism futures possible?, Phoebe Everingham (Macquarie University) / Po-Hsin Lai (National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan)
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Q&A and General Discussion
SECURE YOUR KNOWLEDGE
RESOURCES
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
We are delighted to invite you to participate in a two-day workshop focusing on regenerative tourism, to be held at the University of Newcastle. The workshop will build on the project conducted in Samoa in collaboration with key stakeholders such as the Samoan Tourism Authority and National University of Samoa. Our focus is on regenerative tourism, an innovative approach that embeds tourism activities within the social-ecological systems of tourism destinations. It emphasizes that long-term success in tourism can only be achieved when key players work together to sustain the environmental, socio-cultural, and economic resource bases of the industry.
The project in Samoa has highlighted the role of the resort sector in fostering regenerative tourism and demonstrated how community engagement can transform tourism practices into sustainable models. As tourism contributed significantly to Samoa’s economy pre-pandemic, and with increasing pressures from climate change and environmental degradation, these discussions are both timely and crucial.
This workshop embodies the University of Newcastle’s commitment to fostering sustainable and connected communities while promoting healthier living through environmentally responsible practices. We aim to create a platform for meaningful dialogue that will lead to actionable steps in developing regenerative tourism in our region and beyond.
MEET THE KEY COLLABORATORS
Dr Po-Hsin Lai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Tourism, Recreation, and Leisure Studies, National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan. Her research focuses on exploring human-environment relationships and organisational resilience in a constantly changing world driving by human-made or natural forces.
Her research has been applied to sustainable management of tourism destinations, and small and medium-sized businesses in rural, urban and protected settings.
Dr. Phoebe Everingham is a Lecturer in Environment and Society at Macquarie University, with significant contributions to the field of tourism geography. Her research focuses on the intersections between tourism and broader societal transitions, particularly in the context of circular, regenerative, and well-being economies. This involves exploring how these transitions can impact the tourism industry, offering valuable insights into sustainable and innovative practices within the field. Her international recognition underscores the importance and relevance of her work in shaping future tourism landscapes.
Dr. Sascha Fuller is an environmental anthropologist who has spent the last six years working in the Pacific Islands region working in partnership with the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme, governments, and academic collaborators to undertake research aim at finding solutions to the critical environmental challenges facing Pacific Island communities. Sascha’s work focuses on human-environment relations, with a particular emphasis on the triple planetary threats: climate change, biodiversity loss, and plastics pollution, and their sociocultural impacts including their gendered impacts. This work aims to support equitable access to science and sustainable Pacific-led solutions. Dr. Fuller holds a PhD from the University of Sydney and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Newcastle.
Ms Manuao Tema is currently the Head of Department for Tourism, Hospitality and Office Administration, under the Faculty of Business and Entrepreneurship at the National University of Samoa.
She has been teaching for more than 10 years, and her area of expertise lies within Management and Marketing extending to the field of Tourism Marketing & Management.
She holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management & Public Administration (PGMPA) from the University of the South Pacific, Suva, and a Bachelor of Commerce double majoring in Marketing and Management from the National University of Samoa.