Relating social inclusion and environmental issues in botanic gardens

Vergou, Asimina; Willison, J. H. M.

doi:10.1080/13504622.2014.984161

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“…Botanical gardens are making efforts to grow and improve these education programs and to engage groups that have been previously underserved by their environmental education programs (Dodd & Jones, 2010; Suárez‐López & Eugenio, 2018). These efforts include, for example, engaging such audiences in projects related to climate change, biodiversity conservation, edible gardening, enhancing food security, and sharing personal stories about the value of trees to local communities (Vergou & Willison, 2013, 2016).…”

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“…It is increasingly recognized that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical for climate change science, engagement, and action (Patz et al ., 2005; Fischer, 2009; Mason & Rigg, 2019). Botanical gardens are situated to engage with underserved audiences – including children, low‐income groups, and racial and ethnic minorities – in meaningful discussions and actions (including science) related to climate change that are relevant to these communities (Vergou & Willison, 2016). Some gardens, such as the Chicago Botanic Garden, have long‐running and successful programs addressing climate change by working with existing community groups and leaders (Hatchett et al ., 2015; http://www.connectcca.org/).…”

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The growing and vital role of botanical gardens in climate change research

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Botanical gardens make unique contributions to climate change research, conservation, and public engagement. They host unique resources, including diverse collections of plant species growing in natural conditions, historical records, and expert staff, and attract large numbers of visitors and volunteers. Networks of botanical gardens spanning biomes and continents can expand the value of these resources. Over the past decade, research at botanical gardens has advanced our understanding of climate change impacts on plant phenology, physiology, anatomy, and conservation. For example, researchers have utilized botanical garden networks to assess anatomical and functional traits associated with phenological responses to climate change. New methods have enhanced the pace and impact of this research, including phylogenetic and comparative methods, and online databases of herbarium specimens and photographs that allow studies to expand geographically, temporally, and taxonomically in scope. Botanical gardens have grown their community and citizen science programs, informing the public about climate change and monitoring plants more intensively than is possible with garden staff alone. Despite these advances, botanical gardens are still underutilized in climate change research. To address this, we review recent progress and describe promising future directions for research and public engagement at botanical gardens.

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The growing and vital role of botanical gardens in climate change research

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“…Studies of national parks and botanic gardens have explored issues in planning and management [30,31], conservation and diversity of plant species [32,33], establishment of organizational identity [34], the gardens' role in social integration [35], education for protection of the environment and ecosystems [34], the potential of sustainable, ecological tourism at the gardens [36], and so forth. However, there has been little study into the establishment of a detailed direction for the garden space; to establish such a direction and establish a better place, an examination of the perceptions and needs of residents and outside visitors could suggest what can be done [37].…”

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Perspectives on the Direction of the Suncheon Bay National Garden from Local Residents and Non-Local Visitors

2017

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As Korea's first national garden, the Suncheon Bay National Garden is a major tourist attraction and a space of enjoyment for visitors. However, in 2016 its sudden establishment necessitates many discussions and measures, and requires that it seek direction based on current perceptions for its continued use in the future. This study begins a search for that direction by examining perspectives of local residents and non-local visitors on the relationships between visitors' purposes, spatial needs, and required features. The research methodology included a survey administered to Suncheon residents and tourists on these factors. Results were analyzed by multiple correlation analysis and networking between the variables, and differences between Suncheon residents and non-local visitors were deduced; relationships among the factors were also verified. Both locals and visitors saw a need to emphasize garden experiences and education. The study also presents items that differ by respondent group. This study provides information that can be referred to when implementing management and plans for other national gardens.

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“…BG provision involves a variety of facilities and services, including a range of community and education programmes to enhance visitor experiences. However visitors are mostly made up of older, white, wealthy, educated, middle-class visitors (Dodd and Jones, 2010;Ward, Parker and Shackleton, 2010;Wassenberg, Goldenberg and Soule, 2015;Vergou and Willison, 2016). There are many BGs that are not a destination for many individuals or groups, and many do not visit BGs, perceiving them as elite and exclusive (Vergou and Willison, 2016).…”

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“…Williams et al (2015) highlight the value and importance of BGs as catalysts to positively influence visitors' environmental attitudes. Arts, health, well-being (Dodd and Jones, 2010;Vergou and Willison, 2016) and education are clearly significant aspects of BGs (Brown and Williams, 2009;Moscardo and Ballantyne, 2008;Moskwa and Crilley, 2012;Catahan, 2018). Vergou and Willison (2016) highlight the need for BGs to evolve, to redefine their purpose to meet new challenges and expand on roles, responsibilities and opportunities to diversify; especially with regard to BG value and importance linked to local communities, social inclusion, health and well-being, and environmental issues.…”

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The view, brew and loo: perceptions of botanic gardens?

Catahan

Woodruffe-Burton

2019

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Purpose-This is an exploratory and qualitative study to consider approaches to capture, analyse and monitor perceptions from big data, to inform and contribute to place management research and practice of Botanic Gardens (BGs). This research aims to address the ongoing significant threat to BGs due to funding being cut and the need to inform and develop sustainable revenue streams for their survival. Design/methodology/approach-Guiding research questions and objectives for this study were: 'What are the perceived strengths and areas for development for 2 BGs, via a Leximancer' Automatic Content Analysis (ACA) of TripAdvisor online reviews; and do they match BGs purpose of scientific research, conservation, display and education?' A content analysis of 582 online reviews from 2007 to 2017 follows qualitative methodology techniques utilising a combination of manual and automatic text analysis (Leximancer text mining software). These approaches enabled a comparison of online TripAdvisor reviews with Likert-type or rating scale items of 1 to 5 star. Findings-Insights revealed the use of Leximancer and TripAdvisor (or similar innovations) as tools for potential place management, place marketing communications and monitoring purposes. Predominant perceptions extracted from reviews are not concerned with documented collections of living plants for the purposes of scientific discovery, conservation, display and education. Reviews clearly focus more upon aesthetics, facilities and services, which support previous studies. Overall reviews highlighted positive sentiments toward the BGs. Research limitations/implications-Limitations link to limited data across 2 BGs, synthesis and meaning of complex perceptions, matters of subjectivity, and time needed to interpret information. Implications enable insights into BG 'place' gleaned from big data in the form of User Generated Content (UGC) and electronic Word-Of-Mouth (eWOM) using Leximancer; viewed as a measure alongside management action plans. Future studies could strengthen debate and action regarding the use of Leximancer, and also public perception of BGs' core functions, importance and value. The research supports potential to monitor and transform perceptions, values and beliefs. Outcomes could eventually inform policy and generate a much needed shift in funds and resources for BGs by highlighting their relevance and value to society. Originality/value-An empirical and methodological contribution via peer reviewed studies of visitor perceptions via online reviews of Britain's BGs 'place' and 'space' analysed with Leximancer have never been published. This study critically explores potential visitor and place management needs of BGs. Managers can make better use of big data from social media platforms/digital channels, using a novel type of data analytical software like Leximancer for strategic planning; with more informed approaches to place management, innovation and development. A key contribution of this study is this ACA methodological approach for place management.

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Relating social inclusion and environmental issues in botanic gardens

Cited by 17 publications

References 20 publications

The growing and vital role of botanical gardens in climate change research

The growing and vital role of botanical gardens in climate change research

Perspectives on the Direction of the Suncheon Bay National Garden from Local Residents and Non-Local Visitors

The view, brew and loo: perceptions of botanic gardens?

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