By DayakDaily Team
KUCHING, May 14: Kuching Division Resident is bringing earth science and heritage conservation closer to the public through a dedicated awareness and education initiative aimed at ensuring the Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark (SDUGGp) becomes more than just a title, but a shared responsibility embraced by communities and stakeholders alike.
The SDUGGp Public Education and Community Participation Working Group, chaired by the Kuching Division Resident, organised an exhibition booth on the Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark in conjunction with the 19th Sarawak State Legislative Assembly Sitting, over three days beginning today.
Held in collaboration with the Geopark Management Unit of the Sarawak Forestry Department, Sarawak Museum Department, Department of Minerals and Geoscience Malaysia, Sarawak Forest Corporation, Kuching District Office and Padawan Sub-District Office, the exhibition aims to educate and raise awareness among State Assembly Members (ADUN), civil servants, community service centres and members of the media on the significance of the geopark.
According to a statement, the initiative follows the recognition of the Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on April 27, 2026.
The recognition marked a historic milestone for Sarawak and Malaysia, making the SDUGGp the country’s fourth UNESCO Global Geopark after the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark, Kinabalu UNESCO Global Geopark and Lenggong Valley UNESCO Global Geopark.
According to the organisers, UNESCO’s recognition affirms the Sarawak Delta area’s internationally significant geological heritage, biodiversity and cultural value.
Spanning 3,112 square kilometres, the SDUGGp covers the districts of Kuching, Bau, Padawan and parts of Siburan, featuring a rich geological history, diverse ecosystems and the long-standing cultural heritage of local communities.
Among the attractions highlighted at the exhibition are ancient rock formations, karst landscapes, wetlands, wildlife habitats, and the traditions and history of communities that have existed in the region for generations.
The organisers said the UNESCO status also presents major opportunities for sustainable tourism development, education, scientific research and the enhancement of local livelihoods through direct community participation.
Visitors to the exhibition are also being introduced to ongoing conservation efforts, the importance of sustainable development, and initiatives by the Sarawak government to preserve the State’s natural and cultural treasures for future generations.
The programme is expected to strengthen collaboration among government agencies, educational institutions, local communities and stakeholders in promoting and safeguarding the Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark as a globally recognised heritage destination. — DayakDaily
