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Forest ecosystem services for human health. Research & practice from Southern Europe
Banner background photo credits: Francesco Meneguzzo, CNR-IBE, Lago Santo Parmense, Appennino Tosco-Emiliano, Italy
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- 3.12.2024
- 10:30 – 11:45 CET
- Registration is free, but required here
About this webinar
Forest bathing is an increasingly popular activity in many Protected Areas. Courses for Protected Area staff to accompany people in such experiences are gaining popularity all over Europe. Science confirms that nature is a great tool to boost well-being and prevent ill-health. But what research is behind it? What protocols are underpinning the nature immersion sessions? And how does forest bathing differ from similar practices such as forest therapy or the wild ways well approach embedded in HPHPe?
In this webinar, we are sharing the stories and contributions of two public bodies – the government of Catalonia and the Italian National Research Council, Institute of Bioeconomy. Our speakers will share their expertise and explain the genesis and development of research and practical actions on the ground (incl. testing protocols) to improve the health and well-being of the population through forest ecosystem services in protected areas and elsewhere.
During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to submit questions prior to the event. We will do our best to address these inquiries during the session, and you can also ask questions in the chat during the webinar. If we are unable to answer any questions, we will provide a document with the responses after the event.
The event will be moderated by Peter Rawcliffe, Chair of the Healthy Parks Healthy People Commission
Agenda
SETTING THE SCENE
Welcome and introduction to the webinar
Peter Rawcliffe, NatureScot and Chair of the Healthy Parks Healthy People Commission of EUROPARC Federation
CASE STUDIES
The Health & Nature Program of the General Directorate of Environmental Policies and the Natural Environment of Catalonia. Health and therapeutic itineraries
Pilar Vendrell Sales, Government of Catalonia
Evidence Building and Support for Forest Healing Services in Italy
Francesco Meneguzzo and Federica Zabini, Institute of Bioeconomy of the National Research Council of Italy
CONCLUSIONS
Q&A, wrap-up and closing remarks
Peter Rawcliffe, NatureScot and Chair of the Healthy Parks Healthy People Commission of EUROPARC Federation
