7th International Summer University 10/07/2023-14/07/2023

The 7th International Summer University was created within the framework of the themes of the UNESCO Chair on "Geoparks, Sustainable Regional Development and Healthy Lifestyles" in collaboration with the UNESCO Chair on "Geoparks and the Sustainable Development of Insular and Coastal Areas"

Βased in a new and multidisciplinary approach towards capacity building on these subjects. 

With this Summer University it is intended that participants can experience an innovative practice in which students can confront the theoretical knowledge with concrete realities and good practices in the management of the territories and in the implementation of diverse initiatives, particularly those with local communities’ engagement.

Objectives:

• Provide a broadband training course for students, researchers, managers, staff members, and civil servants, among others, on Geoparks and Sustainable Regional Development.

• Create awareness about the Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development and its 17 Goals and how these can be implemented and developed by the UNESCO territories;

• Discuss the social relevance of the Top 16 Focus Areas of UNESCO Global Geoparks;

• Share and review critically a set of examples about Education, Science and Culture initiatives developed in the UNESCO territories;

• Impart knowledge, know-how and experiences on UNESCO territories and labels management and touristic promotion;

• Debate future perspectives for the development and affirmation of UNESCO territories.

• Discuss the pertinence of conserve and promote the natural and cultural heritage as basis for sustainable development and healthy lifestyles

The knowledge and recognized pedagogical competence of the experts involved will guarantee adequate training in the topics that will be addressed.