Have you been listening to PodParks and wondering how World Urban Parks actually came about?
As WUP celebrates its tenth birthday, we’re taking you behind the scenes to uncover the story of how a global parks movement was born, and where it might go next.
In this special episode, host Maria Burnett speaks with two people who were there from the beginning: Jayne Miller and Tim Geyer. From international collaboration to a shared belief in the value of public space, they reflect on how World Urban Parks grew from an idea into a global network that connects and empowers park leaders around the world.
✨ Highlights include:
- How WUP started, and what nearly stopped it
- The importance of building a global voice for urban parks
- What ten years of leadership, collaboration and community have taught us
- A look ahead to the future of World Urban Parks
👤 Featured Guest
Jayne Miller – Immediate Past Chair of the World Urban Parks Board
🔗 Jayne Miller | LinkedIn
Tim Geyer – Chair of the World Urban Parks Board
🔗Tim Geyer | LinkedIn
About PodParks
PodParks is the official podcast of World Urban Parks. Hosted by Maria Burnett, each episode shares real stories and bold ideas from the people making parks, public space, and urban nature more inclusive, innovative, and essential.
🎙️ Meet the PodParks Team
Maria Burnett | Luis Romahn | Vitoria Martín | Vladimir Yañez| Cynthia Hernández | Boris Solis
Learn more about World Urban Parks
World Urban Parks is the global network for urban park professionals, advocates, and city leaders working to shape greener, healthier, and more inclusive cities.
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