As we bring this period to a close, it’s a perfect moment to look back on an incredible year of growth, collaboration, and shared passion for urban parks and open spaces.
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In Memory of Alan Smith: Honoring a Legacy in World Urban Parks
At World Urban Parks (WUP), we mourn the loss of Alan Smith, a pivotal figure in the history of the International Federation of Park and Recreation Administration (IFPRA) and a foundational force behind what is now known as World Urban Parks.
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Board Vacancies & Nominations – 2024
The Board of Directors is seeking nominations for 11 vacant positions. The nomination period will open on June 22nd and close on July 22nd, 2024. All nominations must be submitted by the closing date
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Istanbul to host international symposium on urban green spaces
Athena Fuarcılık A.Ş., organiser of the Landscape Istanbul Fair 2023 (LIF 2023), has announced that this year’s event will play host to the World Urban Parks (WUP) International Symposium.
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Board Vacancies & Nominations
The World Urban Parks Annual General Meeting will be taking place this coming August 2023. A number of open positions are available to the Board of Directors for a term.
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Congress – Sustainable Places: People and Habitats
The next edition will be from October 22-26, 2023 the host city will be Adelaide, Australia, a Joint event with Parks & Leisure Australia and supported by Green Adelaide.
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In Memoriam – Dr. Kathy MacKinnon
Our colleagues at IUCN gave us the sad news that Kathy MacKinnon has passed away, her colleagues at her organization dedicated the following words to her.
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World Urban Parks Awards
World Urban Parks encourages and recognizes significant contributions made by individuals to the urban parks, open space, and recreation sector with these prestigious international awards.
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Presidio tunnel tops is now open!
Presidio Tunnel Tops, a new attraction in the Presidio, a national park site in San Francisco. It’s free to all and open every day is easy for everyone to enjoy.
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Results of the Call for Proposals – WUP Congress 2022
27 proposals from 35 cities and 22 countries were selected, with representatives from all over the world to attend the WUP Congress in person. Check the results here!