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This award recognizes innovative actions in the field of social responsibility, including diversity, inclusion, and governance that have positively impacted the community, local populations, employees, and/or tourists as well as business sites. The winning action or program will have demonstrated a deep commitment to social responsibility and governance through innovative initiatives, effective management practices, and measurable outcomes that have positively impacted stakeholders. This award recognizes programs or actions that have made significant contributions towards creating a more inclusive, equitable, and responsible establishment.
The project:
Created in 2006 by Fondation Espoir et Développement Beachcomber, Beautiful Localhands supports vulnerable Mauritian artisans by connecting them to the tourism market.
The initiative offers training, workspace, and a direct sales platform across Beachcomber resorts, generating sustainable income and preserving local craftsmanship. Many artisans, often women, work from home or at the foundation’s workshop in Bambous, balancing family life and creativity.
By promoting traditional techniques and empowering small entrepreneurs, Beautiful Localhands strengthens community resilience and safeguards Mauritius’s cultural heritage while ensuring that every guest experience contributes to social and economic inclusion.
The Hospitality Awards celebrate innovation and excellence and highlight the most creative initiatives in a sector that is constantly and rapidly changing hospitality.