Community development and involvement
The community is involved in all aspects and levels of decision making with regard to issues such as : –
• Marine conservation and environmental protection
• Tourism activities available in Kuruwitu
• The socioeconomic benefits accrued to the community
• The cultural facet of Kuruwitu’s tourism
• Strategic planning and management
• Ecotourism and sustainable development
How Kuruwitu Community benefits from tourism activities:
1. As a result of cultural exchange arising in Kuruwitu, new levels of cordial relationships evolve between the host community and the visitors
2. There is enhanced welfare and equity among the community members
3. The local community are more empowered and are more active in the KCWA activities
4. Faster economic growth in the region
5. Generation of income from revenue collected from visitors
6. Provision of market for the local products including agricultural products, commodities and souvenirs
7. Employment opportunities offered to the locals, improving the standards of living