Breaking Barriers: Virtual Reality as a Catalyst for Human Rights Education

In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements and a growing emphasis on sustainable development, human rights, and inclusive education, this master's thesis wants to examine the transformative potential of virtual reality (VR) as a multifaceted tool. Through literature review the study wants to underpin theoretically the main features of Virtual Reality as an emerging technology, its role in the tourism industry and in educational environments. Can Virtual Tourism exist? Can Virtual Reality improve current educational curriculums? The research seeks to elucidate how VR can effectively bridge the gaps between touristic applications of VR and educational ones, fostering a synergistic relationship that advances progress, equality and human rights.