Bernauer, Vanessa, Bhati, Abhishek, and Thirumaran, K. (2023) Guest editorial: (In)equalities in hospitality and tourism – exploring diversity and equity issues. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, 42 (4). pp. 465-467.

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Abstract

Hospitality and tourism (H&T) industry (is one of the most important sectors of the economy. It is a major source of employment, where the share of part-time, temporary or seasonal work and self-employment. Very often, H&T employment requires little or no formal training, and work is associated with precarious working conditions, such as low wages, long and unpleasant working hours and high work pressure The H&T industry attracts mostly young people, migrants, members of the LGBT community and women. This paper focuses on the important topic concerning vulnerable groups of workers and draws attention to widespread precarity in H&T sector.

Item ID:	78671
Item Type:	Article (Editorial)
ISSN:	2040-7157
Keywords:	Equality, gender studies, diversity in workforce, tourism
Copyright Information:	© Emerald Publishing Limited
Date Deposited:	30 May 2023 00:13
FoR Codes:	35 COMMERCE, MANAGEMENT, TOURISM AND SERVICES > 3505 Human resources and industrial relations > 350502 Employment equity and diversity @ 100%
SEO Codes:	11 COMMERCIAL SERVICES AND TOURISM > 1104 Tourism services > 110402 Socio-cultural issues in tourism @ 100%
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