Geoparks are areas with geodiversity of international value and wealthy natural and human environment that aim to protect and conserve their heritage through education and geotourism development. Many geoparks worldwide exist in volcanic areas or are strongly affected by active volcanism at their vicinity,being thus prone to various geophysical induced disasters. The geoparks develop various educational, training and raising awareness activities for their inhabitants and visitors, as well as geotouristic actions focused on volcanoes. This session welcomes contributions in all previous topics as well as innovative approaches and best practices.