Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast, where we spotlight game-changers in sustainable tourism and volunteer travel. It’s November seventeenth, twenty twenty-five—today, we’re sharing innovations from Japan to the Amazon, plus an inspiring story about making outdoor adventure spaces more inclusive for everyone.

First up, let’s turn to British Columbia. For decades, mountain guide Julianna Howatt hid her identity as a transgender woman, fearing exclusion in the backcountry. After coming out, she joined the nonprofit Open Mountains Project, providing mentorship and scholarships to make outdoor sports more welcoming for LGBTQ+ youth and other marginalized adventurers. Why does this matter? Safe access to nature shouldn’t depend on who you are. The Open Mountains Project’s community gear rentals, training, and peer support mean that every person has a path into the wild. So, if you’re planning group hikes or tours, think about how your program can break down barriers and fo