UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man has appointed a new board to support to promote sustainability and protect the island’s heritage.
The Isle of Man was designated the world’s only whole-nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2016.
It was designated for its commitment to balancing the needs of people, nature and the economy.
The board will help shape the reserve’s long-term vision and steer progress as the island conducts its 10-year periodic review, for submission to UNESCO in 2026.
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Chaired by Jason Bissell, the new voluntary board brings together expertise from, business, education, the third sector, younger people, and government.
Board members and their domains:
- Dominic Wall – Audit and Assurance
- Malcolm Couch – Strategic Governance
- Mariella Craig and Rachel Smith – Youth Advocacy
- Gail Corrin – Research and Innovation
- Sarah Mercer – Partnerships
- Breesha Maddrell – Cultural Engagement
- Joff Whitten – Social Advocacy
- Graham Makepeace-Warne – Nature Conservation
- Mark Emmington – Business
- Nigel Cheesley – Business
- Andrew Stewart – Economic Policy
- Victoria Corkhill – Environment and Policy
- Graham Kinrade – Education
Jason Bissell, chair, said: “The Biosphere is a powerful unifying platform for change.
“By convening a diverse and dynamic board, we aim to integrate sustainability into the fabric of everything we do — from economic growth to education, policy, and community life.”
The board will meet for the first time later this month.
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