Selection and impact criteria for new partner projects
On socialbnb you can book accommodation and experiences from social and ecological projects and leave an impact with your trip. With this concept, socialbnb is taking on a pioneering role. But what makes socialbnb's partnerships so special? What criteria must be met for a project to be listed on the platform? In this blog article, we take a look behind the scenes and show how socialbnb selects new partner projects and which impact criteria play a role.
Our vision of a fair tourism
Through our socialbnb offers, we create meaningful encounters that have a long-lasting positive impact for travelers and the local population.
We want to achieve our vision of fair tourism that creates unique experiences and benefits the local population. To achieve this, it is important to carefully select our partner projects to ensure that your booking with socialbnb really does generate an impact.
Our selection process
In a multi-step selection process, we check whether a project is listed on socialbnb and thus becomes bookable for travelers. Our team actively searches for potential projects via various multipliers. We have a large partner network worldwide, which provides us with suggestions or we receive applications directly from project managers. We then arrange personal selection interviews with the project managers. In this interview, we go through our impact criteria and use a rating system to weight and evaluate them.
Do you know a project that should definitely be part of socialbnb? Then get in touch with us. We are always happy to receive recommendations.
Selection criteria for new partner projects
1. Solution of a local problem
A key criteria for accepting new partner projects is the solution to a specific local problem. This can include creating jobs, improving infrastructure or providing education and health services. Projects must clearly demonstrate how they contribute to improving the living conditions of the local population and what their objective is. Are they using tourism for profit or to achieve a social goal?
2. Organizational culture
The organizational culture of the partner projects plays an essential role. socialbnb looks for projects that uphold values such as transparency, fairness, cooperation and respect. A positive and inclusive organizational culture not only promotes trust within the team, but also the trust of travelers and the local community. It is also important whether the management of the organization and the team are qualified for their work.
3. Empowerment & education
Does the project focus on education and empowerment? This includes training programs, workshops and educational initiatives that enable community members to learn new skills and empower themselves. In our opinion, education is a key factor for sustainable development and long-term success.
4. Protection aspects
The protection of vulnerable groups is another important criterion. Depending on the focus of their work, projects must take measures to protect children, wildlife and other vulnerable groups. This includes strict child protection guidelines, the protection of endangered species and the support of marginalized communities. Projects with wild animals must not allow access to animals to be released back into the wild. Here we are guided by the international guidelines of The Code & Animondial
5. Ecology
New partner projects must be able to demonstrate environmentally friendly practices. These include the careful use of natural resources, the use of renewable energy and the minimization of waste. Projects that actively contribute to the preservation and restoration of the natural environment are particularly welcome.
6. Transparency
Transparency is a key factor for the credibility and success of a project. Partner projects must disclose how financial resources are used and what results are achieved. This also involves checking who else is funding the projects and how independently they can operate.
7. Touristic potential
The touristic potential of a project is also included in the assessment. Tourism cannot be a useful addition in every location. Here, attention is paid to the local infrastructure, accessibility and distance to critical infrastructure such as hospitals. At the same time, projects should ensure that tourism is sustainable and responsible in order to avoid negative impacts on the community and the environment.
8. Representation
Finally, we check how the projects and organizations are perceived by the public. Are there any critical press reports or testimonials from travelers or public statements from project managers that contradict our values?
Conclusion
The selection and evaluation of new partner projects at socialbnb is based on a careful examination and constant monitoring of various criteria.By focusing on solving local problems, a positive organizational culture, empowerment and education, conservation aspects, environmental sustainability, transparency, tourism potential and a strong external representation, socialbnb creates a platform that not only offers unique travel experiences, but also achieves a positive impact.
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