World Urban Parks

🌐 NEXT WEBINAR Koninklijke Vereniging Stadswerk Nederland warmly invites you to join us for an inspiring webinar: "Creating a National Park for All at the Golden Gate" with Michael Boland, FASLA 📅 Tuesday, December 10 🕖 19:00 - 20:00 (CET) This webinar will explore the community-driven vision behind a transformative 6-hectare park 🌿 spanning the freeway approach to the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Discover how the historic Presidio is being reimagined into a national park site that is inclusive and welcoming to all. 🎟️ FREE Register here! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGPZua9V

Thank You, Jayne Miller World Urban Parks expresses heartfelt gratitude to Jayne Miller for her six years of exceptional leadership as Chair of the Board. Her unwavering commitment and transformational leadership have guided the organization through challenges, including the pandemic, paving the way for a stronger future. As she transitions to Past Chair, we are fortunate she will remain on the Board for another year, continuing to provide invaluable guidance. Welcome to Our New Chair - Tim Geyer We are thrilled to announce Tim Geyer as our new Chair of the Board. With over 45 years of experience in local government in Australia, Tim brings expertise in urban landscapes, sports facilities, heritage preservation, and more. A Certified International Parks Professional, he has held key roles within World Urban Parks, including Co-Chair of the Asia Pacific Region and Advocacy Committee for Older Adults in Parks. Tim is committed to driving innovation, influencing policy, and enhancing global engagement with urban parks. New Deputy Chair - Mark Bowater Mark Bowater joins as Deputy Chair, bringing extensive experience in parks, recreation, and sustainability. A leader in local government and active member of Recreation Aotearoa, Mark is passionate about urban livability and mentoring future professionals. Recognized with prestigious industry awards, Mark’s expertise and dedication will play a key role in shaping the future of World Urban Parks.

🌍🌱 Join the Conversation on Climate Resilience! 🌱🌍 Discover powerful insights with experts from the US, France, Mexico, and New Zealand as they tackle the urban heat island effect 🌆 and share innovative strategies to cool our cities through urban parks! Don’t miss out! 📅 November 20 ⏰ 2pm EST Link: https://buff.ly/3YJJPdu

As we wrap up Day 2 of the WUP Symposium, we reflect on an incredible journey of learning and exchange. 🌍 Today, we had the privilege of hearing from experts across Europe, who shared groundbreaking projects, innovative strategies, best practices, and sustainable solutions that are shaping the future of urban landscapes. 🌿 The Landscape Istanbul Fair was the perfect setting for this year’s symposium, providing a truly innovative space for collaboration and thought leadership. A special thank you to all our speakers for their valuable contributions, and to everyone who has joined us in making these discussions possible! A heartfelt thank you to the organizing committee for putting together such a magnificent event, to Landscape Istanbul Fair for hosting us, and to the team of Athena Trade Fairs Inc. for their flawless operations and logistics. 👏 At WUP, we strongly believe in the importance of creating spaces for dialogue about urban parks, green spaces, and public spaces. Let’s keep the conversation going! 🌱✨ #WUPsymposium #UrbanParks #GreenSpaces #PublicSpaces #LandscapeArchitecture #IstanbulLandscapeFair #Sustainability #Networking #GlobalProfessionals Luis Romahn Mustafa Gültekin Gökgül Andrew Furness Tim Geyer Kevin Halpenny Carl McClean Gabino Carballo Maarten Loeffen Stefania Romano Vitoria Martin Delgado SOIGNON Jacques

We are thrilled and proud to share photos from the WUP Symposium at the Landscape Istanbul Fair 🌿📸. We have had wonderful opportunities to connect, learn, and experience many memorable moments 🌍✨.

Yesterday, November 13, marked the first day of the WUP Symposium at the Landscape Istanbul Fair hosted by Athena Trade Fairs Inc. We had the privilege of hearing from inspiring speakers from across Europe. 🌍✨ The Istanbul Landscape Fair is an excellent opportunity to connect with top industry suppliers and network with passionate professionals. 🤝🌿 A big thank you to the organizing committee for their hard work in making this event possible! We at WUP remain committed to fostering partnerships with organizations around the world, working together to build better, more sustainable urban spaces. 🌱💡 Mustafa Gültekin Gökgül Andrew Furness Luis Romahn Vitoria Martin Delgado Tim Geyer Kevin Halpenny Maarten Loeffen Gabino Carballo Carl McClean SOIGNON Jacques Stefania Romano

Join World Urban Parks for a Free Webinar on Asia-Pacific’s Best Practices in Park Management! Explore innovative approaches to managing urban and peri-urban parks with experts from Greater Sydney Parklands and Singapore’s National Parks Board. Dive into strategies for urban greening, climate resilience, community engagement, and sustainable funding across the region. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 20 November 2024 🕒 Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Singapore time | 1 p.m.–2 p.m. AEST Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders! Join the webinar here: https://buff.ly/3YTEVfg

Get ready for the World Urban Parks Symposium in Istanbul! 🌍 From November 13-16, 2024, global leaders and experts in park planning, design, and management will come together to share their insights. Don’t miss inspiring sessions with speakers like Tim Geyer, Priyanka Ranatunga, and Jacques Soignon. 🎟️ Seize this opportunity to explore strategies for building healthier, more resilient cities. Reserve your spot and join the conversation on the future of urban spaces. 🔗 For more information and registration, visit the official event page: https://buff.ly/4hosob7

🌍🌱 Join the Conversation on Climate Resilience! 🌱🌍 Discover powerful insights with experts from the US, France, Mexico, and New Zealand as they tackle the urban heat island effect 🌆 and share innovative strategies to cool our cities through urban parks! Don’t miss out! 📅 November 20 ⏰ 2pm EST Link: https://buff.ly/3YJJPdu

Join World Urban Parks for a Free Webinar on Asia-Pacific’s Best Practices in Park Management! Explore innovative approaches to managing urban and peri-urban parks with experts from Greater Sydney Parklands and Singapore’s National Parks Board. Dive into strategies for urban greening, climate resilience, community engagement, and sustainable funding across the region. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 20 November 2024 🕒 Time: 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Singapore time | 1 p.m.–2 p.m. AEST Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders! Join the webinar here: https://buff.ly/3YTEVfg