yt:channel:kD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A kD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2006-05-31T02:22:14+00:00 yt:video:7upcTmZRjsU 7upcTmZRjsU UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-10T10:36:48+00:00 2025-11-10T10:36:48+00:00 Coastal Ocean Environment School in Western Indian Ocean: Fluorida Razafimanirisoa's testimonial "This experience helped me to learn more about data, surveys, and to be more confident in using many tools for my future research in Madagascar. I'm also ready to share this knowledge with my colleagues in Madagascar." Fluorida Razafimanirisoa, a student at the Institut Halieutique et des Sciences Marines of the University of Toliara in Madagascar, attended the first-ever Coastal Ocean Environment School in Western Indian Ocean (COES-WIO) in September in Mombasa, Kenya. From fieldwork, laboratory analysis, data interpretation, and presentations, COES-WIO delivered a hands-on learning experience in ocean science. Happening in the framework of the #OceanDecade and hosted by the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), Pwani University and Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) with support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Government of Flanders, University of Michigan, Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association and ECOP Africa, this 7-day training provided 75 early-career ocean professionals from across the Western Indian Ocean region with an opportunity to hone their practical skills while connecting with experts and building networks with fellow ocean scientists. The Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility and the OceanTeacher Global Academy provided additional support to enable early-career ocean professionals, or #ECOPs, to attend this training, with a focus on ecological survey techniques and data management. In this video, Fluorida tells us what she gained from this training, how it helped her grow as a young ocean scientists, and how she will share what she learnt with her colleagues in Madagascar. Learn more about the Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility: https://oceandecade.org/capacity-development-facility/ #OceanDecade #CapacityDevelopment yt:video:SSO98uAP8UQ SSO98uAP8UQ UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-10T10:33:56+00:00 2025-11-10T10:37:22+00:00 Coastal Ocean Environment School in Western Indian Ocean-Bipasha Sookun's testimonial "This training has shaped me into a capable and confident young scientist. It's like one pool of experts and brains working together towards the sustainability of the ocean!" Bipasha Sookun, a research assistant at the University of Mauritius, attended the first-ever Coastal Ocean Environment School in Western Indian Ocean (COES-WIO) in September in Mombasa, Kenya. From fieldwork, laboratory analysis, data interpretation, and presentations, COES-WIO delivered a hands-on learning experience in ocean science. Happening in the framework of the #OceanDecade and hosted by the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), Pwani University and Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) with support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Government of Flanders, University of Michigan, Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association and ECOP Africa, this 7-day training provided 75 early-career ocean professionals from across the Western Indian Ocean region with an opportunity to hone their practical skills while connecting with experts and building networks with fellow ocean scientists.  The Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility and the OceanTeacher Global Academy provided additional support to enable early-career ocean professionals, or #ECOPs, to attend this training, with a focus on ecological survey techniques and data management.  In this video, Bipasha tells us what she gained from this training, and how she will take her learnings with her back to her research community in Mauritius. Learn more about the Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility: https://oceandecade.org/capacity-development-facility/ #OceanDecade #CapacityDevelopment yt:video:Vb2I9y27RJk Vb2I9y27RJk UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-10T10:28:49+00:00 2025-11-10T10:37:55+00:00 Coastal Ocean Environment School in Western Indian Ocean: Veronique Nomenjanahary's testimonial In September, the first-ever Coastal Ocean Environment School in Western Indian Ocean (COES-WIO), took place in Mombasa, Kenya! 🇰🇪 Happening in the framework of the #OceanDecade and hosted by the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), Pwani University and Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) with support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Government of Flanders, University of Michigan, Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association and ECOP Africa, this 7-day training provided 75 early-career ocean professionals from across the Western Indian Ocean region with an opportunity to hone their practical skills while connecting with experts and building networks with fellow ocean scientists. From fieldwork, laboratory analysis, data interpretation, and presentations, COES-WIO delivered a hands-on learning experience in ocean science through several workstreams: ✅ Small-scale fisheries and post-harvest losses, and mariculture potential in the region ✅ Climate change, with a focus on beach erosion and coastal processes ✅ Physical and chemical oceanography ✅ Marine plastics and pollution ✅ Ecological survey techniques and data management The Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility and the OceanTeacher Global Academy provided additional support to enable early-career ocean professionals, or #ECOPs, to attend this training, with a focus on ecological survey techniques and data management. Hear more from Veronique Nomenjanahary, a researcher from the University of Reunion, who was supported by the Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility to attend this training. Learn more about the Ocean Decade Capacity Development Facility: https://oceandecade.org/capacity-development-facility/ #OceanDecade #CapacityDevelopment yt:video:5_i8NP4yjwg 5_i8NP4yjwg UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-10T09:48:41+00:00 2025-11-10T09:48:42+00:00 أصوات من معرض "أبنية تتكلم": التأمل في تجاربنا مع التراث من منظور جديد​ شارك مهندسون معماريون وأمناء متاحف ورواة من أكثر من خمسين موقعاً من مواقع اليونسكو للتراث العالمي الممتدة من العلا إلى إسبانيا ومن لبنان والأردن إلى السويد، في معرض «أبنية تتكلم: استخدام فن العمارة في تحسين تجربة الزوار في مواقع اليونسكو» الذي تنظمه اليونسكو والهيئة الملكية لمحافظة العلا في مكتب اليونسكو في البندقية (إيطاليا) كفعالية جانبية للمعرض الدولي للعمارة في بينالي البندقية2025.​ يستمر المعرض حتى 23 تشرين الثاني/نوفمبر حيث يستكشف دور العمارة التي تتجاوز حدود الشكل والوظيفة، لتغدو جسراً ممدوداً بين الثقافات، ومساراً نحو الاستدامة، وحواراً حيّاً متواصلاً بين الماضي والحاضر.​ شاهدوا هذا الفيديو الذي يشرح فيه مشاركون، جاؤوا من العالم أجمع، قدرة الفضاء المعماري على سرد حكايات لا يمحوها الزمن.​ للمزيد: https://www.unesco.org/ar/alula/deepsurfaces?hub=158596 ​ yt:video:LrPwBeSl84g LrPwBeSl84g UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-10T09:43:01+00:00 2025-11-10T09:43:01+00:00 Voices from the Deep Surfaces exhibition: Rethinking how we experience heritage From AlUla to Spain, Lebanon and Jordan to Sweden architects, curators and storytellers from over 50 UNESCO World Heritage sites joined “Deep Surfaces: Architecture to Enhance the Visitor Experience of UNESCO Sites”, a collateral event of the Biennale Architettura 2025, presented by UNESCO and the Royal Commission for AlUla at the UNESCO Office in Venice, Italy.​ Open until the 23 November, the exhibition explores how architecture goes beyond form and function, becoming a bridge between cultures, a pathway to sustainability and a living dialogue between past and present.​ Watch our video to get a glimpse of how participants from around the world explain how space itself can tell stories that time cannot erase.​ Learn more: https://www.unesco.org/en/alula/deepsurfaces?hub=158596 yt:video:uMRLs-vPqnM uMRLs-vPqnM UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T15:25:30+00:00 2025-11-07T15:49:07+00:00 2025 Laureate: Wazee wa Mazingira | Safeguarding Cultural Landscapes through Indigenous Leadership Laureate 2025 https://whc.unesco.org/en/culturallandscapesprize/ yt:video:tlC_vtBKYR0 tlC_vtBKYR0 UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T13:49:43+00:00 2025-11-07T14:07:26+00:00 Viñales, forging new paths for global geoparks in Small Island Developing States In the second episode of the UNESCO Earth Network Podcast series, we journey to Viñales, Cuba—a region of striking geological beauty and vibrant cultural identity—where local communities are envisioning a future as part of the UNESCO Global Geopark Network. If successful, Viñales could become the first such site in a Small Island Developing State, setting a precedent for how multiple UNESCO designations can work in harmony to protect heritage and foster sustainable development. Our guests include Helga Chulepin, a member of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Council, and Carlos Merizalde from the National Geoparks Committee, who share insights from a mission to the region. They reflect on the unique potential of Viñales to serve as a model of resilience and innovation in the face of challenges such as climate change and economic vulnerability. Throughout the episode, the voices of experts and community leaders reveal the deep sense of identity and connection that defines Viñales. From local education efforts to strong community involvement, the region demonstrates how geological heritage can inspire both pride and responsibility. Tune in as we explore how the story of Viñales is helping to redefine the possibilities for UNESCO Global Geoparks in island and coastal regions, where nature and culture are inseparable, and community plays a leading role. An episode hosted by Katharine Lovatt and produced by Ilse Campos and Emmanuel Rudowski. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. yt:video:G2uXfwMKFV4 G2uXfwMKFV4 UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T13:49:42+00:00 2025-11-07T14:09:41+00:00 From potential to preservation: Tanzania’s road to global geopark recognition In this first episode of the UNESCO Earth Network Podcast, we journey to Tanzania, home to the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro and the Arusha-Meru National Parks. As they reflect on whether to join the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network, we explore how global geoparks can contribute to the conservation of geological heritage and promote sustainable development in local communities. We first hear form volunteer expert Professor Asfawossen Asrat, a geologist and geochemical petrologist from Ethiopia. As he leads a technical mission to assess the region’s potential as a UNESCO Global Geopark, he shares insights on key challenges facing the African continent—such as the need for comprehensive geoheritage inventories and greater awareness of the international value of local geological features. We also hear from local conservation officers who reflect on how the mission has reshaped their understanding of geology’s role in the region’s cultural and historical identity. The emerging concept of geotourism is presented as a path to economic diversification, heritage protection, and inclusive community engagement. Through the lens of Kilimanjaro, this episode highlights how UNESCO Global Geoparks can serve as models for integrated territorial management, fostering environmental education, intercultural dialogue, and resilience among communities living in and around these exceptional sites. Tune in to discover how science, culture, and international cooperation come together to protect the Earth we all call home. An episode hosted by Katharine Lovatt and produced by Ilse Campos and Emmanuel Rudowski. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. yt:video:n-pRCAFuxxI n-pRCAFuxxI UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T13:49:16+00:00 2025-11-07T14:09:15+00:00 Engaging stakeholders for successful Biosphere Reserve governance in the Balkans In this episode, we head to the Balkans to explore how inclusive governance practices are shaping the future of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. We focus on two sites: the Central Balkan Biosphere Reserve in Bulgaria and the Vjosa Valley in Albania, an aspiring UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Both of these landscapes are showcasing how participatory governance can not only protect nature but also empower local communities. We hear from two experts in the field: Petr Čupa, a Biosphere Reserve Manager from the Czech Republic, and Anna Kovbasniuk, an expert on youth engagement and nature conservation from Ukraine. They discuss the pivotal role of stakeholder—local communities, youth, scientists, and government bodies—in ensuring the success of Biosphere Reserves and driving innovative conservation efforts. Tune in to learn how participatory governance is paving the way for a sustainable future in the Balkans and beyond. An episode hosted by Katharine Lovatt and produced by Ilse Campos and Emmanuel Rudowski.   Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. yt:video:mseIEwu_q0Y mseIEwu_q0Y UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T13:48:55+00:00 2025-11-07T14:08:36+00:00 Madagascar, the path to biosphere reserve status In this episode, we travel to Madagascar, where efforts are underway to designate several areas as UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. These sites aim to blend ecological conservation with local community development, offering a model for sustainable practices in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions. We hear from volunteer expert Djafarou Ali Tiomoko, Director of Pendjari National Park, and Hélène Le Brun from the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme. Djafarou shares his experiences from a recent mission to Madagascar, where he and his colleagues worked closely with local stakeholders to navigate the complex process of becoming part of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves. Hélène explains the importance of Biosphere Reserves and how they serve as models for balancing conservation with sustainable development. This episode also takes us to the heart of Madagascar’s conservation efforts, exploring how local communities, science, and policy are coming together to protect the island’s incredible biodiversity while promoting long-term sustainability. Tune in to discover how Madagascar’s journey to becoming a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve can inspire global solutions to environmental challenges. An episode hosted by Katharine Lovatt and produced by Ilse Campos and Emmanuel Rudowski.   Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. yt:video:x4TRLKTGPtg x4TRLKTGPtg UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T13:47:52+00:00 2025-11-07T14:08:26+00:00 The role of living heritage practices in sustaining the Asante Traditional Buildings in Ghana In this final episode of the Earth Network Podcast series, we travel to Ghana to learn how cultural heritage can support environmental conservation—and vice versa. We explore the Asante Traditional Buildings in Kumasi, Ghana, a UNESCO World Heritage site that embodies the rich cultural legacy of the Asante people. These sacred structures not only showcase exceptional craftsmanship but also reflect the deep spiritual connection between the people and their natural surroundings. We discuss how these buildings are maintained, the role biodiversity plays in their preservation, and the challenges posed by climate change. Joining us are two distinguished experts: Elizabeth Matilda, a heritage management expert from Ghana, and Dr. Olga Laiza Kupika, a climate and natural resources specialist from Botswana. Together, they share how communities are building resilience, integrating traditional knowledge with innovative solutions, and ensuring the sustainability of these remarkable cultural treasures. Tune in for a powerful exploration of heritage preservation, community resilience, and the future of the Asante Traditional Buildings. An episode hosted by Katharine Lovatt and produced by Ilse Campos and Emmanuel Rudowski. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. yt:video:NqK90G6vBxY NqK90G6vBxY UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-07T11:51:29+00:00 2025-11-07T11:54:56+00:00 The Guardians of Kanchanjunga Meet the true guardians of the Kanchanjunga Conservation Area — the local communities. This documentary reveals how indigenous knowledge forms the cornerstone of conservation in one of the Himalayas’ most fragile landscapes. Discover the remarkable synergy between tradition and innovation, as communities combine age-old wisdom with modern tools like trail cameras and GPS to monitor and protect their biodiversity in the face of climate change. Through this story, UNESCO highlights how empowering community-led action delivers the most sustainable and effective solutions — directly from the people who know their land and its rhythms best. yt:video:5EmXrUWvTl4 5EmXrUWvTl4 UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-06T11:48:11+00:00 2025-11-06T11:52:53+00:00 Speech of Audrey Azoulay during the Tribute Ceremony yt:video:GR_qNwJAaVE GR_qNwJAaVE UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-05T16:15:09+00:00 2025-11-05T16:15:09+00:00 World Soil Day On the occasion of the World Soil Day 2024, the UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe celebrates healthy soils that support biodiversity, food systems and human-nature interactions in UNESCO designated sites. Through the EU-funded SOILSCAPE project, UNESCO, together with 19 partners, is helping local communities to connect with their soil by harnessing the power of art, creativity, culture and science. More information about the project: https://unes.co/idbbl7 Visit UNESCO’s Field Office in Venice page: https://www.unesco.org/en/fieldoffice/venice yt:video:6O1uKjNqPDo 6O1uKjNqPDo UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A UNESCO https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkD7gm3Am3M3k156lk46t3A 2025-11-04T16:10:04+00:00 2025-11-04T16:46:03+00:00 Arab Latinos: An Opportunity to Revitalize Solidarity and Social Justice embracing all types of know Geraldo de Campos, Scientific Coordinator of the Expert Group of Arab Latinos!, Director of the International Relations Department at the Federal University of Sergipe, Brazil, Jury member of the Sharjah Prize Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.