The first and only voluntary set of business principles that companies can implement to prevent child trafficking.
The Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct (The Code) provides awareness, tools, and support to the travel and tourism industry.
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The Code of Conduct for the Protection of Children from Sexual Exploitation in Travel and Tourism (The Code) is the world’s first and only voluntary set of business principles that the travel and tourism industry can implement to prevent sexual exploitation and trafficking of children. The Code is a joint venture between the tourism private sector and PACT. Apply here!
Companies that endorse The Code are supported by PACT to
Establish a policy and procedures against sexual exploitation of children and regulation of the voluntourism.
Train employees in children's rights, the prevention of sexual exploitation and how to report suspected cases.
Include a clause in contracts throughout the value chain stating a common repudiation and zero tolerance policy of sexual exploitation of children.
Provide information to travelers on children's rights, the prevention of sexual exploitation of children and how to report suspected cases.
Support, collaborate and engage stakeholders in the prevention of sexual exploitation of children.
Report annually on their implementation of Code related activities.
*Signatories are required by the Code of Conduct Steering Committee to pay annual fees based on their revenues per year.
Why Join?
Create a Child-Safe Business
Implement policies and procedures that will keep children safe across the globe whilst also attracting responsible customers.
Join Global Industry Leaders
Join over 300 travel and tourism leaders committed to preventing the sexual exploitation of children.
Gain Access to Training and Support
Gain access to free online training for your staff, along with support to implement the six criteria of The Code and help keep children safe.
Mitigate Risks
Ensure your business can respond to risks or costs associated with this crime by actively taking action to protect children.
As a Code Member, you receive the following benefits:
- 30 minutes or less Webinar/Virtual Presentation/Training
- Review and feedback on Policy & Procedure Documents that are 2 pages or shorter.
Top Members
U.S. members of The Code
Accor, AirBnB, American Airlines, American Airlines, Amex GBT, Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI), Atlas Travel & Technology Group, Altruvistas, BCD Travel, Bobrow Associates, Inc., Cadence Travel, Caesars Entertainment, Carlson, Chicago Business Travel Association, Choice Hotels International, CI Azumano, ConferenceDirect, Delta Air Lines, Elevate Destinations, EmpireCLS Worldwide Chauffeured Services, Events Industry Council (EIC), Fox World Travel, Harmony Bridge Travel, Hard Rock, Hilton, Riu Hotels & Resorts, Hyatt, IMEX Group, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA), IKÕNIK Destinations Collective, KF Events LLC, LodgeWorks, Maritz, Marriott International, Meeting Professionals International (MPI), MPI Washington State Chapter, MGM Resorts International, NIX Conference & Meeting Management, PRA, Inc., Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), Platinum Travel & Events, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Red Roof Inns, SITE, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts, Soundings Connect, Uber Technologies Inc., World Travel, Inc., Worldwide Travel Group (E-Trip Africa), Wyndham Destinations, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts