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,