Assurance Committees
Accreditation Decision Making Committee (ADMC)
The Accreditation Decision Making Committee (ADMC) is responsible for independently making decisions regarding the accreditation of certification bodies. Operating independently from the GSTC Secretariat, the ADMC ensures that certification bodies comply with GSTC’s rigorous accreditation requirements and upholds the integrity of the accreditation process. ADMC members are external professionals selected based on their expertise and experience in ISO 17011-based entities or other related ISO standards, with preference given to those with knowledge or experience in tourism. Members must have no conflict of interest (COI) with GSTC-Accredited Certification Bodies or GSTC-Recognized Standard Owners (current or previous).
Current members of the ADMC are listed here.
Recognition Decision Making Committee (RDMC)
The Recognition Decision Making Committee (RDMC) is responsible for reviewing sustainable tourism standards applying for GSTC Recognition, making decisions regarding the recognition of sustainable tourism standards. RDMC members are selected for their knowledge of standards and related systems and their expertise in tourism. The committee strives for balanced representation across various tourism sectors, including hotels, tour operators, MICE, destinations, and attractions.
Current members of the RDMC are listed here.