Geoparks and Education
It is a pre-requisite that all UNESCO Global Geoparks develop and operate educational activities for all ages to spread awareness of our geological heritage and its links to other aspects of our natural, cultural and intangible heritages.
UNESCO Global Geoparks offer educational programmes for schools or offer special activities for children through "Kids Clubs" or special "Fossil Fun Days". UNESCO Global Geoparks also offer education, both formal and informal, for adults and retired people while many provide training for local people who can then, in turn, teach others.
Some examples:
- Marble Arch Caves UNESCO Global Geopark - UK & Republic of Ireland
- Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark - Ireland