On May 18, 2022, the Management Board of Lang Son Geopark collaborated with the Management Board of the UNESCO Global Geopark of Oki Islands, Japan, to organize an online exchange between high school students from the geopark areas of both sides.

            At the event hosted by Lang Son Province, Ms. Pham Thi Huong, Deputy Head of the Management Board of Lang Son Geopark, chaired the session, with the participation of members of the Management Board, local leaders, English teachers, and students from high schools in the districts of Binh Gia, Chi Lang, Huu Lung, Van Quan, and the Assistance Team for the Development of Lang Son Geopark in the districts of Bac Son, Binh Gia, Chi Lang, Huu Lung, and Van Quan. From Japan, Ms. Katrina Killinger, from the Management Board of the UNESCO Global Geopark of Oki Islands, along with teachers and students from Oki High School, attended. During the session, students from Chi Lang, Huu Lung, Van Quan, and Binh Gia districts introduced Lang Son Geopark in English, highlighting its natural characteristics, geographical location, famous tourist attractions, cultural heritage, geological heritage, and typical local fauna. Students from Oki High School, Japan, presented the UNESCO Global Geopark of Oki Islands, sharing their experiences in promoting geoparks on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

Online exchange between students from the Lang Son Geopark area and students from the UNESCO Global Geopark of Oki Islands, Japan 

            Students from both sides actively discussed what they were learning about geoparks at school (in class, geopark projects...) and what they want to do research regarding geoparks. The question and answer session was lively, open, and friendly, covering topics such as daily life, school, traditional food or culture, geoparks... They also shared their thoughts on the session. This international exchange activity has contributed to educating the young generation of Lang Son Province about the local area, the country, and the world, to become global citizens, future diplomats, and high-quality human resources for the province and the country. It also meets the criteria for UNESCO Global Geopark recognition: active participation of the local community and indigenous people in geopark activities, representation in geopark management structures, and involvement in geopark project development and implementation. Geoparks provide knowledge, practical experience, and management systems for the younger generation.