Global Geoparks Network
The Global Geoparks Network (GGN) is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) that brings together all UNESCO Geoparks in the world. Today, GGN comprises 213 UNESCO Geoparks from 48 countries.
One of the main objectives of UNESCO Global Geoparks is to ensure integrated sustainable development for the benefit of local communities. Promoting and transmitting traditional knowledge, valuing local products, respecting nature through geotourism, and empowering local people and ethnic groups are all key to the sustainable development of UNESCO Geoparks.
One of the main objectives of UNESCO Global Geoparks is to ensure integrated sustainable development for the benefit of local communities. Promoting and transmitting traditional knowledge, valuing local products, respecting nature through geotourism, and empowering local people and ethnic groups are all key to the sustainable development of UNESCO Geoparks.