Guest editorial: (In)equalities in hospitality and tourism – exploring diversity and equity issues

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.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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2040-7157

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