Training Course : 'Geoparks for Enhanced Multidimensional Sustainability in the Asia and Pacific Region' (GEMS) Oki islands UNESCO Global Geopark – 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, Greece 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, Canada, WHS 2008 (viii) Earth Heritage Protection
1991 UNESCO International Symposium on the Conservation of the Geological Heritage Digne, France
INTERNATIONAL DECLARATION ON THE RIGHTS OF THE MEMORY OF THE EARTH
1996 International Geological Conference Beijing
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 Europe, 8 China
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 – Japan 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 VIETNAM Ciletuh - Palabuhanratu INDONESIA Famenne- Ardenne BELGIUM Gangwushan - Nuoshuihe CHINA Huanggan Dabieshan CHINA Izu Peninsula JAPAN Mudeungsan REPUBLIC OF KOREA Ngorongoro-Lengai TANZANIA Perce CANADA Satun THAILAND Rinjani Lombok INDONESIA Conca de Tremp Montsec SPAIN UNESCO Global Geoparks
2018: 140 in 38 Countries 73 in Europe 58 in Asian and Pacific 4 in Latin America and Caribbean 3 in North America 2 in Africa New Applications 2018 Chile - Kütralkura China – Funiushan (extension) Jiuhuashan Sanqingshan (extension) Taishan (extension) Yimengshan Costa Rica - Chirripó Croatia - Vis Archipelago 23 APPLICATIONS Ecuador - Imbabura Finland - Saimaa FROM 18 COUNTRIES Germany - Ries EVALUATION Greece - Grevena-Kozani EXPECTED IN Indonesia - Toba Caldera Italy - Aspromonte SUMMER 2018 Kazakhstan – Mangistau Luxembourg - Mëllerdall Mexico - Región Volcán Tacaná, Chiapas Nicaragua - Río Coco Poland - Geoland of the Holy Cross Mountains Portugal - Estrela Russian Federation - Yangan-Tau Spain - Courel Mountains Quaternary Geopark Northern Granada 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, Iceland Geoparks: Scientifically important earth heritage sites
Zhoukoudian - Peking man site Genbudo Cave, Fangshan Geopark, China Sanin Kaigan Geopark, Japan Messel Pit WHS in Bergstrasse – Odenwald 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, Cyprus Geoparks : unique natural ecosystems
Mangrove Forest, Langkawi Geopark, Malaysia
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, Brazil 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, Turkey
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 Geoheritage 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!