Our mission

The objectives of the Global Geoparks Network are:

• to promote the equitable geographical establishment, development and professional management of Global Geoparks,

• to advance knowledge and understanding of the nature, function and role of Global Geoparks;

• to assist local communities to value their natural and cultural heritage;

• to preserve Earth heritage for present and future generations;

• to educate and teach the broad public about issues in geo-sciences and their relation with environmental matters and natural hazards.

• to ensure sustainable socio-economic and cultural development based on the natural (or geological) system

• to foster multi-cultural links between heritage and conservation and the maintenance of geological and cultural diversity, using participatory schemes of partnership and management;

• to stimulate research when appropriate;

• to promote joint initiatives between Global Geoparks (e.g. communication, publications, exchange of information, twinning).