{"id":6228,"date":"2025-10-27T14:24:22","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T09:24:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crownandchamparesorts.com\/magazine\/?p=6228"},"modified":"2025-10-28T10:43:03","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T05:43:03","slug":"veligandu-maldives-discover-tourism-csr-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crownandchamparesorts.com\/magazine\/veligandu-maldives-discover-tourism-csr-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Veligandu Maldives Inspires Youth Through Its \u2018Discover Tourism\u2019 CSR Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As featured on Hotelier Maldives<\/a> on October 27, 2025\u00a0by\u00a0Hotelier News Desk<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veligandu Maldives Resort Island, one of the Maldives\u2019 most iconic resorts, has been actively engaging in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that focus on education, community empowerment, and sustainability. Among its most impactful efforts this year is the \u201cDiscover Tourism\u201d Program, a CSR initiative designed to inspire young Maldivians to explore opportunities in the tourism and hospitality industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Throughout the ongoing year 2025, Veligandu Maldives<\/a> has conducted a total of five educational sessions and exposure trips, welcoming students from AA. Atoll Education Centre (Rasdhoo) and Thoddoo School to experience firsthand the inner workings of a luxury resort. From the fourth session onwards, Veligandu collaborated with the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) to further strengthen and expand the reach of this initiative. The program combines practical learning, motivation, and inspiration, offering students valuable insights into one of the nation\u2019s most dynamic and rewarding sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Empowering Young Minds Through Firsthand Experience<\/strong>
Each session of the \u201cDiscover Tourism\u201d initiative was uniquely curated to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world hospitality operations. From motivational talks to interactive demonstrations, students had the opportunity to engage directly with Veligandu\u2019s management team and departmental heads. Students were introduced to the operational functions of key areas such as Front Office, Food & Beverage, and Housekeeping, and learned about the importance of teamwork, service excellence, and guest experience. The Chief Engineer presented an overview of Veligandu\u2019s sustainability initiatives<\/a>, including the resort\u2019s solar panel project, while the Marine Biologist, Sara Sibile, conducted sessions on marine conservation and ocean awareness under the theme \u201cThe Ocean: Depths of Wonder.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Beyond lectures, students participate in hands-on experiences, such as pastry-making workshops with the resort\u2019s Pastry Chef and role-play activities designed to simulate real-life hospitality scenarios. The day concludes with an island tour and refreshments at the resort\u2019s restaurant and snack bar, a complete immersion into resort life that left a lasting impression on the students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the year, the program has welcomed dozens of students, teachers, and parents, all leaving inspired to consider careers within the hospitality and tourism field. The next session of this program is already scheduled to take place later this year, targeting students from Ukulhas School, expanding the resort\u2019s outreach within the atoll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond Tourism Education: A Broader Commitment to Community<\/strong>
While education remains a key focus, Veligandu Maldives\u2019 CSR efforts extend far beyond the \u201cDiscover Tourism\u201d program. The resort actively supports local communities and sustainable practices through several ongoing initiatives, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • supporting local economies by sourcing goods and produce from nearby islands within the atoll;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • organizing blood donation programs to support public health and community well-being;<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • and empowering local talent by featuring only Maldivian artists, DJs, and singers for all entertainment nights at the resort, ensuring that guests experience the authentic spirit of the Maldives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    These initiatives reflect Veligandu\u2019s holistic approach to corporate responsibility, one that emphasizes both environmental sustainability and social impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A Message from the General Manager<\/strong>
    Reflecting on the importance of the program and speaking to media, Mr. Fathuhulla Ibrahim, General Manager of Veligandu Maldives, said:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \u201cAt its heart, hospitality is not just about resorts, hotels, or restaurants. It is about people, about meaningful moments and creating experiences that guests will remember for a lifetime. They may forget what they ate or how their room looked, but they will never forget how you made them feel. A happy team creates happy guests, and this philosophy inspires everything we do.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Through initiatives like \u201cDiscover Tourism\u201d and its continued community-driven programs, Veligandu Maldives reaffirms its belief that true hospitality goes beyond guest experiences \u2014 it\u2019s about nurturing people, protecting the environment, and giving back to the communities that shape the soul of the Maldives. With every young mind inspired and every local partnership strengthened, Veligandu continues to set an example of how resorts can be a force for both positive change and lasting impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    About Crown & Champa Resorts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Crown & Champa Resorts (CCR) is the leading resort collection that offers exceptional hospitality and thoughtful, attentive services for an authentic Maldivian experience. The diverse collection of properties includes ten resort islands: Kudadoo Maldives Private Island, Hurawalhi Island Resort, Kagi Maldives Resort & Spa, Jawakara Islands Maldives, Veligandu Maldives Resort Island, Nala Maldives by Jawakara, Komandoo Island Resort & Spa, Meeru Maldives Resort Island, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, and Kuredu Island Resort & Spa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    As featured on Hotelier Maldives on October 27, 2025\u00a0by\u00a0Hotelier News Desk Veligandu Maldives Resort Island, one of the Maldives\u2019 most iconic resorts, has been actively engaging in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that focus on education, community empowerment, and sustainability. 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