Hospitality and tourism are thriving areas in many parts of the world. Hospitality schools give those interested in the field the ability to pursue their passions, gain experience, and connect with others while learning and growing their professional and personal selves.
In India, there are a number of hospitality schools, but one in particular is doing amazing work for the LGBTQ+ community. The Lalit Suri Hospitality School The Lalit Suri Hospitality School has been and continues to take actions to uplift the LGBTQ+ community.
Located in Faridabad, Haryana, the school has been running since 2013, and each year it expands and improves upon itself. Their Executive Director, Akshay Tyagi, is an out and proud gay man who strives to create opportunities for the LGBTQ+ community, and help students in the community thrive.
The Lalit Suri Hospitality School first opened up scholarships for LGBTQ+ students in 2019 and they grant recipients money to go to the school.