Training Course : ' for Enhanced Multidimensional Sustainability in the and Pacific Region' (GEMS) Oki islands UNESCO Global – May 27-30, 2018 Global Geoparks Network A Global partnership for Geo-conservation, Geo-tourism, Geo-education and Sustainable Development

Prof. Dr. N. ZOUROS University of the Aegean, Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest, Director Lesvos island UNESCO Global Geopark, Coordinator

Global Geopark Network (GGN ) President

UNESCO Global Geoparks Council and Bureau Member World Heritage Convention

1972 : UNESCO World Heritage Convention

 Convention concerning the protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage  Decision by the General Conference of UNESCO in Paris from 17 October to 21 November 1972  Need to conserve and enhance cultural and natural sites of outstanding universal value!  Include areas of geological significance. Earth Heritage

Landscapes and geological formations are key witnesses to the evolution of our planet ! Mount Fuji WHS WH Convention

1972: World Heritage Convention

2018: 1076 properties in 167 states

832 cultural, 206 natural & 35 mixed

24 properties inscribed under criterion viii + vii

18 properties inscribed ONLY under criterion viii

Only 1.8% of the WHS are inscribed as Geological Treasures

Joggins Fossil Cliff, , WHS 2008 (viii) Earth Heritage Protection

1991 UNESCO International Symposium on the Conservation of the Geological Heritage Digne,

INTERNATIONAL DECLARATION ON THE RIGHTS OF THE MEMORY OF THE EARTH

1996 International Geological Conference

Geopark Concept Geoparks : New Innovative Concept Protection and management of the geological heritage sites Promotion of the territorial identity including geological, ecological and cultural resources as a new tool for sustainable local development.

NETWORKING COLLABORATION SHARING 2000 EUROPEAN GEOPARKS NETWORK

Global Geoparks

February 2004 : 25 Geoparks in the Global Geoparks Network 17 , 8

Global Geoparks

2004 June: 1st International Conference on Geoparks GGN : 2004-2014

 A brilliant evolving Voluntary Global Network of cooperation and sharing of experiences and developing models of best practice and setting high quality standards for territories that integrate the preservation of geological heritage into strategies for regional sustainable economic development.  Expanded in all continents  Raised visibility on Earth heritage and tourism potential in rural areas through an holistic approach  Concrete results as tools for local sustainable development through geotourism infrastructure and activities  Capacity building  Employment 5th International UNESCO Conference on Global Geoparks – Unzen Volcanic Area – 2012 6th International Conference on Geoparks Stone hammer Geopark – Canada 2014 Global Geoparks Network International Association – Partner of UNESCO

 General Assembly  Executive Board  President  Two Vice-Presidents  Treasurer  General Secretary  8 Members  Advisory Committee  International Working Groups / Task Forces  International Conference on Geoparks  Regional Geopark Networks  National Geopark Committees  Operational Secretariat UNESCO

38th General Conference 17th November 2015

Adopted the proposal for the establishment of the International Geosciences and Geoparks Programme With 2 pillars the IGCP and the UNESCO Global Geoparks! A Global partnership for sustainable tourism New UNESCO Global Geoparks 2018

 Beaujolais FRANCE  Cao Bang  Ciletuh - Palabuhanratu  Famenne- Ardenne  Gangwushan - Nuoshuihe CHINA  Huanggan Dabieshan CHINA  Izu Peninsula JAPAN  Mudeungsan REPUBLIC OF KOREA  Ngorongoro-Lengai  Perce CANADA  Satun  Rinjani Lombok INDONESIA  Conca de Tremp Montsec UNESCO Global Geoparks

2018: 140 in 38 Countries 73 in Europe 58 in Asian and Pacific 4 in Latin America and Caribbean 3 in 2 in New Applications 2018 - Kütralkura China – Funiushan (extension) Jiuhuashan Sanqingshan (extension) Taishan (extension) Yimengshan Costa Rica - Chirripó - Vis Archipelago 23 APPLICATIONS - Imbabura - Saimaa FROM 18 COUNTRIES - Ries EVALUATION Greece - Grevena-Kozani EXPECTED IN Indonesia - Toba Caldera - Aspromonte SUMMER 2018 Kazakhstan – Mangistau Luxembourg - Mëllerdall - Región Volcán Tacaná, Chiapas - Río Coco - Geoland of the Holy Cross Mountains - Estrela Russian Federation - Yangan-Tau Spain - Courel Mountains Quaternary Geopark Northern Valleys Geopark Networking

Networking played a very strong role in the creation, development and success of the Global Geoparks since the establishment of the Global Geoparks Network in February 2004.

APGN Coordination Committee Meeting Toyooka city – 16 September 2015 Regional Geopark Networks

 Regional Geopark Networks include GGN members at a regional or continental level.  Regional Geopark Networks serve for the coordination of GGN activities at a regional or continental level and as fora for the exchange of information and co-operation between Global Geoparks and Global Geopark professionals in the region.  The activities of Regional Geopark Networks include the organisation of Regional Geopark Conferences, workshops and seminars, capacity building activities, common projects, promotional activities and common publications.  Each Geopark Network forms a Coordination Commission which is the governing body of the Regional Network and elects two Coordinators and an Advisory Committee according to the Regional Geopark Network Rules of operation. 40th EGN Coordination Committee Meeting Working Groups

 WG on Geoparks in Volcanic areas (Chair : S. Nakada)  WG on Geo-hazards (Chair : M. Watanabe)  WG on Geological heritage assessment (Chair I. Komoo)  WG on SDG’s ( Chair : X. Jin)  WG on Education (Chair : H.M. Barrera)  WG on Tourism (Chair : M.L. Frey)  WG on Island Geoparks (Chair : K. Nobe)

 Communication Commission (Chair : N. Zouros)

Based on the work of Regional WG’s Global Geoparks Operational Guidelines

 Territory hosting geological heritage of international importance  Explore and present links between earth heritage, ecological and cultural elements  A single boundary and area sufficient to support development – No serial nomination  Synergies with other UNESCO Designations (World Heritage – MAB – Ramshar sites)  Avoid duplication with other Global Geoparks Geoparks...

Territories of excellence Including networks of Geological heritage sites and landscapes of international significance as well as ecological and cultural sites of interest

Lesvos Petrified Forest, Lesvos Global Geopark, Greece Geoparks : stunning scenery

Reserve Geologique Haute Provence Geoparks: outstanding landscapes

Shilin stone forest Global Geopark, China Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark, Vietnam Geoparks : Aesthetics……

Jeju island Geopark, Korea

Zhangjiajie Geopark,China Satun UNESCO Global Geopark, Thailand Geoparks: significant geosites Active geodynamic processes

Katla UNESCO Global Geopark, Geoparks: Scientifically important earth heritage sites

Zhoukoudian - Peking man site Genbudo Cave, Fangshan Geopark, China Sanin Kaigan Geopark, Japan Messel Pit WHS in Bergstrasse – UNESCO Global Geopark Ichno-fossils cruziana Naturtejo Geopark Portugal Geoparks: significant geosites

Forest fawr UNESCO Global Cave of Castañar de Ibor Geopark, Wales UK Villuercas Ibores Jara UGG Spain Sheeted dykes and pillow lavas from the deep oceanic crust Troodos UNESCO Global Geopark, Geoparks : unique natural ecosystems

Mangrove Forest, Geopark,

Rokua Geopark, Finland Unique ecosystems

Cabo de Gata UNESCO Global Geopark, Spain

Kaloni Gulf wetlands,Lesvos UNESCO Global Geopark, Greece Geoparks : sites of cultural value

Central Catalunya Geopark, Spain

Mount Taishan Geopark, China Geoparks : sites of cultural value

Art in Nature: César Manrique Foundation Lanzarotte Geopark, Spain

Sierra Norte de Sevilla Geopark, Spain Intangible heritage

Orpheus cave biodiversity and culture

Ιrania gutturalis Geoparks and Geo - tourism

A Geopark creates visitor’s experiences that allow them to share what we value most about our teritory, in such a way as to preserve and protect the region for generations to come.

Mount Perdito and Ordesa valley, WHS Sobrarbe Global Geopark, Spain Sharing best practice in the protection and conservation of Geo-sites

Terra Vita Geopark - Germany GEO – CONSERVATION In situ Museum

Ichthyosaurus site in Haute Province Geopark, France Geopark – Thematic Museum Thematic Museum

Geopark Information Panels and Geosite Signage USE of UGG logo Geopark Rangers

Bergstrasse- Odenwald Geopark, Germany Geopark guides

Araripe Global Geopark, Geopark Activities

 Geosite interpretation  Guided walks  Trekking  Horse riding  Cycling  Geo-rafting  Running  Boat - cruise Outdoor activities

 Guided walks at the Geo-sites

 Guided tours to discover the landscapes along walking trails Outdoor activities

Bike trail in Luberon Global Geopark, France

Marathon runners in Madonie Global Geopark, Italy Adventure activities

Climbing!

Forest fawr Geopark, UK

Services

Geo-Cruise by the Noss- Tour-boat, equipped with magnifiers and geological maps in Shetland Geopark, UK

Geo-Cruise Basque Coast Global Geopark Spain Geopark enterprise network in tourism

 Locally operating entities such as tourist agencies and enterprises, agro-tourism cooperatives, local hotels and BB accommodation, restaurants, enterprises operating in outdoor activities and nature tourism, local product and handcraft enterprises should have permanent collaboration and networking with the Geopark managing body in order to achieve concrete results on high quality services for Geopark visitors. Partners

 Araripe Geopark enterprise network Yanqing Geopark partner, China Geo-restaurants and local dishes

 Georestaurant in Naturtejo Geopark, Portugal Geo-plates inspired from geosites in Hong-Kong

Geopark,  Caldera cake China Geo - cooking

Geo cooking in a geothermal field, Azores

Local food preparation by women cooperative in Lesvos Agrotourism festival Local food and products Labelisation of local products

 The label represents a value added for the product that can be sold with a guarantee of quality.

 In order to obtain the label, product should meet a series of requirements.

 The local product with the "Qualità Parco" label has also a second advantage: it belongs to a particular distribution chain directly connecting the "Qualità Parco" producer with the "Qualità Parco" restaurants, that must offer their guests local and genuine products. Local Products

 Naturtejo Geopark

 Arouca Geopark Environmental Education in Geoparks

Rokua Global Geopark, Finland ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION IN GEOPARKS

Kula Geopark,

Vulkaneifel Geopark, Germany Educational activities Educational tools

GEORIUM Exploring the evolution of life

EDUCATIONAL EXCAVATION Education on natural disasters

Seismic table - Understanding Earthquakes

Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest, Lesvos Global Geopark, Greece Educational publications & Museum kits Vocational training…

 Encouraging people to learn, study and update their skills

 Training of young unemployed local residents in geosite conservation GGN common activities

 International Geoparks Conference  Regional Geopark Conferences and Workshops  GGN Best Practice Awards  GGN Capacity Building Activities  Participation in Tourist fairs  GGN website  GGN Newsletter  Common publications International Conference

The biggest forum for UNESCO Global Geoparks and Geopark professionals

Adamello Brenta UNESCO Global Geopark Trentino, Italy Geoparks and Promoting geoheritage in Latin America

Institute of Geography, Mexico City – May 2015 Capacity building activities

 The 10th International Intensive Course on Geoparks

 Top Geopark professionals and experts

 Lesvos island UNESCO Global Geopark Greece Partneship with WTO

After the GGN ExB decision for the partnership with IYST 2017 BUILDING NEW BONDS WITH THE TOURISM MARKET

Geopark Promotional Activities

Participation in International Tourism Fairs Stand in FITUR Madrid

1st International Geoparks Fair Terra Vita Geopark 3rd best exhibitor award! ITB Berlin 2017 GGN Press Conference International Tourism Berlin-ITB 2018 GGN Stand

Meeting the International Tourism Market Operators German Geoparks Press Conference EXPO Milan 2015

Promoting the Global Geoparks Network in EXPO Milan 2015

Rocca di Cerere Global Geopark Sicily, Italy http://globalgeoparksnetwork.org

GGN Website GGN Brochure Map – Members List NEW GGN BROSHURE

MAP – MEMBERS LIST  NEW INFORMATION LEAFLET GGN Newsletter

Information & Publications EGN magazine

 EGN Magazine 2015 Geoparks promotion in International Days

 22 April 2018 Earth Day  18 May 2018 International Museum Day  5 June 2018 International Environment Day  13 October 2018 International day for Disaster Reduction  11 December 2018 International Mountain Day

NEW CHALLENGES GLOBAL GEOPARKS NETWORK UNESCO Global Geoparks

Yes together we can!