Call for Applications Workshop on Geoheritage Management in UNESCO designated Sites: Complete Information on application and selection process

Introduction: Workshop on Geoheritage Management in UNESCO designated Sites the UNESCO International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme Secretariat, in collaboration with the World Heritage Centre and experts from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), is organizing an engaging workshop focused on Geoheritage Management. The event is scheduled to take place from 19th to 22nd October 2023, set against the stunning backdrop of the Azores Archipelago in Portugal.

UNESCO takes great pride in safeguarding and celebrating the geological heritage of various designated sites. This includes an impressive list of 93 properties inscribed under the World Heritage Convention, 195 UNESCO Global Geoparks, and 714 Biosphere reserves. These efforts are deeply rooted in promoting sustainable development and addressing the critical challenges posed by climate change and biodiversity loss.

While many sites have received prestigious UNESCO labels for their geological heritage, managing this invaluable geoheritage effectively remains a formidable task. The unique and irreplaceable nature of geoheritage demands well-thought-out conservation measures to ensure its preservation for the benefit of future generations.

 Last Date to Apply: 13th August 2023

Workshop on Geoheritage Management in UNESCO designated Sites Topics

• The workshop is for staff and managers of World Heritage properties (designated under criterion viii) as well as other type of nationally or internationally designated areas (biosphere reserve, UNESCO Global Geopark, national park, etc.) to address the following topics
• Since 2010, UNESCO received 35 World Heritage nominations under criterion (viii). Only 16 of them were inscribed on the World Heritage List based on this criterion and unfortunately high number of nominations failed to demonstrate their Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) due to not being able to properly characterise the geodiversity and geoheritage of the site;
• Increasing touristic use of World Heritage properties and other conserved areas is putting geoheritage at risk and site managers are asking guidance to address these risks;
• Due to climate change, weather patterns change and sea level rise, site managers are asking new methods to mitigate risks for geoheritage conservation and protection;
• As geodiversity underpins biodiversity, UNESCO designated site managers aim to include in their management plans appropriate measures to guarantee that geodiversity continues to provide ecosystem services but they are not familiar with new developments about geodiversity.

Workshop on Geoheritage Management in UNESCO designated Sites Benefit

• Eligible candidates will receive a sponsorship from UNESCO for their participation in the workshop.

Workshop on Geoheritage Management in UNESCO designated Sites Eligibility Criteria

• The present call prioritizes trainees from developing countries and UNESCO Member States. Women and early career participants are especially encouraged to apply.

Workshop on Geoheritage Management in UNESCO designated Sites How to Apply

Eligible representatives of UNESCO designated sites, as well as other types of conserved areas dealing with geoheritage management, should send the following documents to the International Geoscience and Geoparks (IGGP) Secretariat before 13 August 2023:

• A brief geological description of your site (500-1000 words)
• A cover letter explaining your expectations from the workshop and how it might help you to set-up a new geoheritage management plan and/or improve existing geoheritage management plan for your site and deliver it (500-1000 words)
• Your CV

The present call prioritizes trainees from developing countries and UNESCO Member States. Women and early career participants are especially encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Earth Sciences and Geoparks Section

Division of Ecological and Earth Sciences
UNESCO
7 place de Fontenoy 75352 Paris 07 SP
France

Mail:  iggp@unesco.org

Reference Website UNESCO

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