
Cultivating
A global community of conscious travelers
RISE traveL INSTITUTE
RESPONSIBLE | IMPACTFUL | SUSTAINABLE | ETHICAL
We're a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization
with a mission to create a more just and equitable world through travel education.
We envision a world where travelers practice and promote responsible, impactful, sustainable and ethical travel that uplifts global communities and protects natural ecosystems.
WHAT WE DO
We offer an online curriculum featuring certificate programs, short courses on sustainability and ethics in travel, and free resources to inspire responsible travel practices. Through conferences, webinars, documentary screenings, and diverse events, we create spaces for critical conversations about justice, migration, and the impacts of travel. Beyond the virtual sphere, we connect our alumni with meaningful, real-world conscious travel experiences through our annual Experiential Journeys. All our programs are rooted in a systems perspective and decolonial principles, designed to deepen engagement with sustainability and justice issues.
Media Mention and INDUSTRY Recognition






Winner, DEI Champion (Company)
IWTTF Awards 2024
by International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum

Honorable Mention, "Visitors" Category
Meaningful Tourism Award 2022
by Meaningful Tourism Center