On the occasion of today's World Tourism Day, Naturefriends International (NFI) emphasises its call for a sustainable transformation of tourism as part of the shift towards a culture of peace and cooperation.
A united voice for a peaceful future for all people
„Naturefriends for Peace" was the motto of the 10th Annual Conference of Naturefriends International (NFI), which took place on 14th September in Heerlen, the Netherlands. "We all want peace and an end to the suffering of the civilian population – be it in Ukraine, Palestine or in the numerous other conflict spots where weapons are being used," said NFI President Manfred Pils in his opening statement.
By bus, train and bike, you can experience nature, people and culture up close - and protect our climate at the same time! Show us how you explore the world in a sustainable way and take part in our PhotoChallenge! Upload your best photo and win fantastic prizes. The challenge runs till 15 October.
After a long struggle, the majority of EU environment ministers approved the legislative proposal on nature restoration on 17th June. Naturefriends International welcomes this important and courageous step, which sets the course for a good future for Europe.
Climate change affects us all, but most of all the people in the countries of the Global South, who contribute the least to global greenhouse gas emissions. The NFI campaign "1 Euro for Climate Justice" invites all Naturefriends from wealthy countries to make a contribution to greater climate justice.
The 20th anniversary of the Naturefriends House "Maison des Amis de la Nature Alioune Diagne Mbor" in Dakar was celebrated on 28 January 2024. Ingeborg Pint, long-time tour guide for Naturefriends trips in Senegal, reports on the celebrations at the house, which is struggling with the negative effects of climate change.
As the holiday season approaches, NFI's Christmas fundraising campaign takes on a special significance. It is a time of giving when we want to support those who are most affected by climate change. This year, the focus of NFI's campaign resonates deeply with the principles of climate justice. In a symbolic sense, when you support initiatives like the Naturefriends Climate Fund you're nurturing a different kind of Christmas tree - one that grows in the hearts and in the lands of villages.
The XXV Congress of Naturefriends International demands from the wealthy states a stronger commitment to climate protection and climate justice! "Climate Justice for the Future" was the motto of the XXV Congress of Naturefriends International, which took place on 7 October in the Naturefriends Hotel in Spital am Pyhrn (Austria). 60 participants from 15 countries discussed the global effects of the climate crisis and adopted a catalogue of demands to the industrialised and emerging countries as well as concrete measures of Naturefriends for more climate justice.
Today's World Tourism Day is themed "Tourism & Green Investment".
This topic is also of great concern to Naturefriends. They have long been committed to sustainable leisure and tourism development and invest in green technology for their houses and refuges.
