Online accommodation platform Airbnb today said it has partnered with the National Commission for Women to create livelihood opportunities for women in North Eastern states.
"The partnership aims to generate technology-enabled livelihood opportunities in tourism and hospitality for women micro-entrepreneurs in the North East, and help families supplement their income through home-sharing on a global platform," Airbnb and National Commission for Women (NCW) said in a joint statement.
It will also promote digital inclusion and the creation of women-led tourism and hospitality enterprises, they added.
Commenting on the development, Airbnb Global Head of Policy Chris Lehane said, "India's North-East, with its immense tourism potential, is a priority market for Airbnb and we are very excited about the partnership with the National Commission for Women."
NCW Chairperson (I/C) Rekha Sharma said, "We are pleased to partner with Airbnb to promote the interests and economic development of women in the North East region through creation of livelihood opportunities."
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