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n July 2025, AHRIM partnered with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to organise a Sensitisation Workshop on Ethical Recruitment for its members. This initiative was held against the backdrop of growing reliance on migrant workers to address persistent labour shortages in the tourism and hospitality sector. With nearly 1,000 migrant workers already employed in the sector—and numbers expected to rise significantly—ensuring fair, transparent, and ethical recruitment practices has become a pressing priority.
The workshop, held at the Caudan Arts Centre, brought together some 35 participants from across the tourism and hospitality industry. Members were introduced to international frameworks such as IOM’s International Recruitment Integrity System (IRIS) and the ILO Fair Recruitment Guidelines. Through interactive sessions, participants explored risks linked to unethical recruitment, shared real life experiences, and co-designed solutions to strengthen recruitment systems and safeguard the dignity and rights of migrant workers.
This joint initiative underscores AHRIM’s commitment to promoting responsible business practices, aligning the sector with international standards, and preserving Mauritius’ reputation as a sustainable and ethical tourism destination.
