Tourism Makes Its Voice Heard
One of the pillars of Southeast Tourism Society is to serve as a unified voice on matters of legislation, public policy, and the future of the tourism sector.

Through the leadership of the Board of Directors’ Advocacy Pillar Committee, the aim of STS’s advocacy program is to advance travel and tourism as a driving force for economic growth and job creation, be a vital partner for preserving the culture and history of the Southeast, and showcase the exceptional travel experiences of the region.

The 2019 STS Advocacy Scorecard details the progress made, large and small, on the issues that matter to tourism communities.
National Park Service Webinar Series
"Balancing Nature & Commerce in Gateway Communities"
Kendra Briechle and Katie Allen of The Conservation Fund will be presenting a webinar on how gateway communities can have vibrant economies while also conserving natural, cultural, and recreation assets on February 19 at 3:00 PM EST.
New Resource for Advocacy
STS has launched an Advocacy News section on its website to provide links to news articles on issues and actions taken at the state and local level across the country, as well as links to updates on the sessions of the 13 Southeastern state legislatures.
SAVE THE DATE
June 23 - 25, 2020
The STS Congressional Summit on Travel & Tourism is advocacy in action. More Voices = More Impact. Join your tourism peers on Capitol Hill and discuss the top tourism priorities with your elected officials.
Staying Ahead of the Curve:
Coronavirus Toolkit
To help you address concerns of the Novel Coronavirus, U.S. Travel has developed a toolkit to aid in communicating with travelers and the media.
Contact STS
Do you have an Advocacy Question? Email STS or call our office at 770-542-1523 and we will be happy to assist you. Also, be sure to visit our
Advocacy Resource Center and Advocacy News for more information.