Field Survey on Sustainable Development and Disaster Risk Reduction

The field survey was attended by representatives from the Department of Culture, Science, and Information of Nguyen Binh District, as well as the District Department of Agriculture and Environment. Participants also included trainees representing the People’s Committees, Party Cell Secretaries, and Village Heads from the communes of Ca Thanh, The Duc, Yen Lac, Tinh Tuc, and Vu Nong (Nguyen Binh District). Notably, the program featured the participation and expert guidance of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trần Tân Văn, Member of the Advisory Board of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network in the Asia-Pacific region and former Director General of the Vietnam Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources.

During the field survey, experts and participants conducted direct assessments of the environmental, topographical, and geological conditions in areas identified as having a high risk of geological hazards.
According to preliminary evaluations, the surveyed area features steep mountainous terrain with circular structural patterns. The bedrock in the region has undergone significant weathering over time, transforming into a soft clay layer that poses a risk of landslides, particularly during heavy rainfall.
The survey team observed several warning signs of potential landslides, such as tilted trees with exposed roots caused by soil movement, as well as unusual surface runoff and seepage from slopes following rain.

These on-site findings serve as an important foundation for developing early warning systems and proposing preventive measures to minimize the impact of geological hazards, thereby helping to ensure the safety of local communities living in the area.

The field survey program was implemented to raise community awareness about the negative impacts of climate change, geological hazards, and natural disasters.It also aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and effectively respond to emergency situations that may arise in their localities. In particular, the activity focused on supporting grassroots-level officials in high-risk areas, thereby enhancing their capacity for disaster risk management and contributing to the protection of lives and property in the community.

Besides, The program also emphasized the proactive role and responsibility of local communities in identifying risks, protecting their living environment, and preserving and promoting the heritage values of the Geopark.
This contributes to the development of the Non Nuoc Cao Bang UNESCO Global Geopark in line with sustainable development goals and climate change adaptation, aiming for a harmonious balance between heritage conservation and improving the livelihoods of local residents.