CONNECTIONS
“Connections” is our mental health and well-being focused output. We tailor our bespoke offerings to make them appropriate for participants and we are particularly experienced in delivery for protected characteristic groups.
Under the “Connections” umbrella are our green health experiences. These are… • in person in nature mental health and emotional regulation opportunities and our… • digital access project which features "Biosphere Live" and "Scottish Treasure" our health and well-being focused XR for Good offering.
Our “Connections” (green health / ecotherapy) activities are delivered by carefully selected individuals who meet our high-quality standards and/or have been trained by us.
UNESCO GSA BIOSPHERE
The Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere Partnership is a charitable organisation working to support conservation, education, sustainable development and climate resilience in southwest Scotland’s UNESCO Biosphere. In working to support global Sustainable Development Goals the organisation offers an extensive programme of support for local businesses of all sizes and sectors. Its flagship is the Biosphere Certification Mark, a trademarked quality scheme which recognises outstanding work in making business and social enterprise good for people and nature. The Biosphere team works collaboratively with all sectors and sizes of enterprise from sole trader start-ups to companies with international reach, offering accreditations such as the award-winning Biosphere Certification Mark scheme, Sustainable Events Charter, and Biosphere Guides training course, accompanied by an annual calendar of learning and networking opportunities. Exhibit Scotland is a proud supporter of the GSA Biosphere. We have been awarded the Biosphere Certification Mark accreditation and are an official Biosphere Guide.
Digital Access: Scottish Treasure & "Biosphere Live"
Scottish Treasure "Moments" Adventure is our Signature XR product. It is a Virtual Reality based nature connection offering. We offer an adventure guide service, where we come to you and also oportunities to aquire use licenses.
"Biosphere Live" has become a companion to our Scottish Treasure "Moments" VR Adventure, as part of our digital access to green and blue health offering.
Biosphere Live exists as presenter led environmental education and nature connection content, broadcast live on social media platforms. While showcasing the wildife and landscapes these broadcasts also offer opportunities for businesses, communities and individuals within the GSA Biosphere to promote their work to a growing UK, international and increasingly local audience.