International Association for the Conservation of Geological Heritage

The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) is intensifying efforts to protect and promote geological heritage  through interdisciplinary research, education, and public outreach. As highlighted in a recent article published by Gaceta UNAM , these initiatives emphasize the scientific, educational, and cultural value of geological sites across Mexico. The program integrates geology, geography, biology, and social sciences to support the identification, conservation, an

Following a historic decision at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi (October 2025) , Resolution No. 124  officially recognised Key Geoheritage Areas (KGA)  as a new international mechanism within the IUCN framework. This milestone marks the successful conclusion of years of effort to ensure that geoheritage and geodiversity  are fully embedded in global nature conservation. Following a historic decision at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi (Octo

Apply now for €10,000 to promote geoscience! Funding now available to host EGU-sponsored Geoscience Day 2026 public event Apply now  for up to €10,000 funding to host a Geoscience Day public event to raise awareness of the geosciences among school students, policymakers, journalists and the wider public. Deadline for applications is  19 January 2026 .