#ExpertProfile
Member of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Council
With its status as an area of globally recognised, unique geological interest, the English Riviera is a stretch of coastal towns in Southern Devon home to a vast array of fantastic landscapes, mountains, coastlines, places and people. Whether you want to explore historical caverns, hidden coves, ancient fossils or the underwater world, this UNESCO Geopark has something to offer.
Reflecting the grassroots nature of Geoparks themselves, Melanie has built upon both her experience as a single parent of two, living on benefits in the nineties, and her fascination with the natural world, by studying as a mature Geology student. As Coordinator of the Geopark, she now brings her vast experience to her home borough of Torbay by working to protect and promote its natural beauty.
After subsequent roles in conservation, education and community engagement with local conservation charity, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, Melanie became involved with Geopark work in her hometown of Torquay in 2006. From that point her, focus, pragmatism and natural diplomacy led her to be elected as Chair the UK Committee for UNESCO Global Geoparks (2012 to 2017) whist also sitting on the Advisory Committee of the European Geoparks Network.
She has worked incredibly closely with the UK National Commission for UNESCO and played a fundamental role as a member of the multi-national Geopark working group, collaborating directly with Member States on the development of the Geopark arm of International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme, introduced in Nov 2015. In 2016 she became an elected member of the Global Geopark Network Executive Board and took up a four-year term as a member of the first UNESCO Global Geoparks Council, this being a testament to her dedication and passion for her work.
#Institution
English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark
Coordinator
#Alma-Matter
Open University
#Role at UNESCO
Member of the UNESCO Global Geopark Council and the Global Geopark Network Executive Board
Melanie Border, Speaking on the announcement of 14 new Associate Partners for the English Riviera Geopark.
Institutions
UNESCO/Torbay Council
Coordinator, English Riviera Global Geopark Management Team
UNESCO
English Riviera Global Geopark Team
Torbay Coast and Conservation Trust
Project Management and Environmental Education
Role at UNESCO
Member of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Council (2016) and Coordinator for English Riviera Global Geopark
The English Riviera, UNESCO Global Geopark
UNESCO Global Geoparks are single geographical areas where sites and landscapes of international geological significance are managed. Coordinators use an holistic approach, working to protect and educate sustainably through a unified conservation effort with local communities. The English Riviera is a stretch of coastal towns in South West Devon, with many geological and biological areas of interest.
Attended by 700 delegates from 63 countries, the 7th annual Global Geoparks Conference was held in Torbay. The conference theme was Health and Wellbeing through Creative and Active Engagement and so was opened by an exciting and powerful musical community performance.
English Riviera Website, Explaining the need to increase tourism sustainably.
#Sustainability #Geology
As an expert in rural landscapes and history, Matthew works to encourage Biosphere preservation through his role as Chair of the Man and the Biosphere Programme.
Professor Harry Dixon, represents the UK government on the IHP Council – the UN body devoted to water research and management, and related education and capacity development.
The chair for sustainable mountain development works to assess and continue the sustainable development of mountains by getting involved in a variety of projects and inspiring future researchers through academic programmes.
We work closely with experts and professionals in the fields of education, science, culture and communication and information from across the United Kingdom. From our Non-Executive Directors who advise the UK Government.
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Our advisors are experts in their field who provide advice to the UK National Commission for UNESCO by reviewing applications for UNESCO designations, prizes and patronage, and contribute to other aspects of our work.
#Man&Biosphere #Science
#GlobalGeoparks #Science
#GlobalGeoparks #Science
#CreativeCity #Communication
#CreativeCity #Communication
#MemoryoftheWorld #Culture
#WorldHeritage #Culture
#WorldHeritage #Culture
#BlueShield #CulturalProtection
All our accredited experts are selected to advise the UK National Commission for UNESCO on policy matters related to UNESCO. They are approved by HM government to represent the UK in UNESCO committees, commissions and programmes.
#IHP #Science
#IPDC #Communication
#IHP #Science
#IOC #Science
#IOC #Science
#Bioethics #Social&HumanScience
#UnderwaterCulteralHeritage #Culture
#SESAME #Science
#AI #TuringCenter #Science
UNESCO Chairs are based within Institutes for Higher Education and specialise in specific research fields. They provide policy advice to the UK National Commission for UNESCO and HM government, as well as reviewing UNESCO applications.
Liaising with the UK’ Permanent Delegation to UNESCO and approved by HM government, our Non-Executive Directors help steer the direction of the UK National Commission for UNESCO, and are each responsible for overseeing a particular field of UNESCO’s work in the UK.
#Chair #HumanSciences
#Vice-Chair #Culture
#Communication&Information
#NaturalSciences
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