At the 4th ICMRSI Keynote Speaker Session, Pir Owners, Ph.D., from University of Persada Indonesia Y.A.I delivered a speech about "Implementing communication approach to raise awareness of green economy in tourism: A case of Wakatobi Islands Indonesia".The participants were all excited to learn new insights from Pir Owners, Ph.D. and are welcomed to share their insight or ask question in this forum:
Q1) Catimbang, Lou Simon M.: What communication channels are most effective in promoting green economy concepts among tourism stakeholders in Wakatobi?
Q2) Maurits Sipayung: Question for pak Pir : I am Mr. Maurits Sipayung from Mulia University Samarinda East Kalimantan. Thank you for the presentation, it is very good and interesting. According to you, from the 3 aspects of Sustainability and Green Economy, which aspect needs to be given the most attention in Wakatobi?
Q3) Catimbang, Lou Simon M.: How do different audiences (e.g., tourists, local communities, tourism operators) respond to various communication methods (e.g., social media, workshops, signage)?
Q4) Catimbang, Lou Simon M.: What is the current level of awareness and understanding of the green economy among tourism stakeholders in Wakatobi
Q5) Catimbang, Lou Simon M.: How do local tourism businesses perceive the concept of green economy and its relevance to their operations?
Q6) Catimbang, Lou Simon M.: To what extent do tourists visiting Wakatobi consider green economy principles when making travel choices?
Q7) Tedy Ardiansyah: What is the basis for considering the 6 items in the Green Growth Vision 2025, starting from sustainable destinations to national gross happiness? Are they based on theoretical constructs or local policies?
Q8) Taufik Haerul: How do you see the tourism sector in Indonesia in the next few years with the various issues developing in Indonesia, both social, legal, and political?
Q9) Tedy Ardiansyah: At the Laloa Festival, there are 4 communication approaches, are they all effective or are there only a few appropriate communications? Please explain more precisely with a study of theoretical constructs.
Q10) Yoseph: On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate the current level of success in implementing a green economy specifically within the tourism sector in Indonesia? What are the most significant challenges that need to be addressed in this context?
Q11) Ariya Class: How about other destinations besides Wakatobi, like Pink Beach in NTB, Komodo Island, etc., from an economic, visitor, and facility perspective?
Q12) Kevintenorio: What communication approach can provide practical guidance and incentives for tourism stakeholders to implement green practices?
Q13) Jasmine R. Ocat: Can you give examples of successful communication campaigns that effectively encouraged green practices?
Q14) Michael Gibaga: What role do local governments and NGOs play in communicating green economy principles to tourism stakeholders in Wakatobi?
Q15) Via Selfiana: How effective has the communication approach been in changing the perception and behavior of local communities and tourists toward adopting green economy practices in Wakatobi Islands?
Q16) Taruna_Nasution_Universitas LIA: How can the lessons learned from Wakatobi be applied to other ecotourism destinations in Indonesia to increase awareness and practices around the green economy?
Q17) Ilyn Daguman: What do you think are the actions that individuals or educators can take to support the SDGs?
Q18) Chandra Ayu Dewi: What lessons can be learned from the implementation of the Green economy program in Wakatobi, to be able to develop and benefit other areas to advance Indonesian tourism?
Q19) Usman Mohammed: What are the challenges and limitations you encountered?
All audience are also welcome to ask question in this forum. Thank you.
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