How can natural areas become truly inclusive spaces, where diversity is embraced and accessibility is a right, not an afterthought?

In this webinar, held during ISTO International Week, KOAN Consulting will present (in English) the key results of the Erasmus+ DIANA project — Developing Inclusive and Accessible Natural Areas. The project explores how natural heritage can be transformed into a welcoming resource for all visitors, regardless of physical, sensory, or cognitive abilities.

With a transnational partnership involving Spain, Italy, and North Macedonia, DIANA has produced a Compendium of Best Practices, an Accessible and Inclusive Tourism in Nature Areas Training Toolkit, and has piloted inclusive training sessions in Italy and North Macedonia. These resources help shift the narrative from limitations to opportunities for inclusion.

Through co-creation with local communities and innovative interpretive strategies, the project showcases how responsibility, accessibility, and sociability can intersect to create nature-based tourism experiences that are truly inclusive and socially enriching.

This session is especially relevant for tourism professionals, public authorities, NGOs, and destination managers committed to building more inclusive and socially responsible tourism models.

Date: 19 June 2025

Time: 5:00 pm (CET time)

Participation link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84210417810?pwd=o5h0V2ZJ4lxPY4PxsMfFYhUM90GlQB.1

Further information: https://dianaerasmus.eu/