Representation of geodiversity in the context of tourism activity for sustainable development: A study in the Seridó UNESCO Global Geopark

Abstract

The discussion about sustainability based on the Sustainable Development Goals - SDGs of the 2030 Agenda is still incipient when it comes to the abiotic resources of the earth. In this sense, considering that the pursuit of such SDGs prevails as a global objective for a better planet for present and future generations, elements and practices related to geodiversity, as well as geoparks, emerge as a relevant factor for achieving the 2030 agenda. This study aimed to understand the representation of geodiversity in the Seridó Geopark context of tourist activity for sustainable development, from the perspective of local workers. It is a qualitative case study of exploratory character, and data collection was carried out through interviews conducted via Google Meet, using a semi-structured script with local workers from the Seridó Geopark territory, with content analysis technique for data treatment. As results, it is understood that the relationship between the geodiversity of the Seridó Geopark and the tourist activity present in the geopark territory are in line with the contribution to the objectives and targets of the SDGs of the 2030 Agenda through the participation of the community, which is stimulated to entrepreneurship, bringing economic and local growth.